Samshield Frac Louis Matt - Men's Competition Jacket

Try the jacket on over the competition shirt you actually ride in. A shirt with a firm collar or a heavier fabric takes up room, and in XS and S you feel that sooner than in a larger size. Always close the jacket when you judge the fit, and have someone check the shoulder line from behind.

For care, follow the care label sewn into the jacket: the manufacturer calls the jacket machine washable, but gives no wash temperature for this model. Hang the jacket open after riding instead of leaving it folded in your bag, and the matt fabric will keep its look longest. It pairs naturally with a competition shirt and white or light-coloured breeches from our range.

This version is meant for the male rider in size XS (Men 44) or S (Men 46) who is looking for a black show jacket for dressage or show jumping, and who values comfort and freedom of movement as much as appearance. You choose it when you want an understated, matt jacket that works at any show.

If you ride in a larger size, or would rather have a colour other than black, look at the other Louis Matt versions in our range: we carry that model in wider sizes and in other shades as well. If you specifically want a jacket whose manufacturer confirms compatibility with an airbag vest, another model from our range is the better choice.

You wear the Frac Louis Matt at dressage and show jumping competitions. Fasten it with the buttons; the stretchy fabric gives in your shoulders and arms when you take up the contact or come forward over a fence. Combine it with a show shirt and white or light breeches.

The fabric is crease-resistant and machine washable, but no washing temperature is given: follow the care label in the jacket. After riding, hang the jacket up open rather than leaving it folded in your bag, so the matt fabric stays looking good.

How does this show jacket fit?
The jacket has a lightly tailored, streamlined cut that follows the body line without pinching, and otherwise follows the men's size stated: XS corresponds to men 44, S to men 46. If you are unsure between two sizes, get in touch before you order.

Can I wear this jacket over a body protector or airbag vest?
The manufacturer gives no information about that for this model. If you want to wear the jacket over a body protector or airbag vest, contact us first.

What does Frac mean at Samshield?
Frac is the name Samshield gives to this version of the Louis Matt, the tailcoat. The product information describes it as a show jacket for both dressage and show jumping.

Which colour is this version available in?
This page concerns the black version only.

Does this jacket exist in other sizes or colours?
Our standard version is the black tailcoat in XS and S, as listed under the technical specifications. A different size or colour we order in for you on request.

How do you care for this jacket?
The fabric is crease-resistant and machine washable. Because no wash temperature is given for this model, follow the care label in the jacket.

May I wear this jacket at a competition?
The rules on colour and cut of competition dress differ by discipline, by federation and by year. Check the rules of your discipline and federation before you enter.

• Black tailcoat (frac) from the Samshield Louis Matt line for male riders
• Available in XS (Men 44) and S (Men 46)
• Technical fabric: lightweight, stretchy, breathable and quick-drying
• Matt finish with elegant buttons and refined Samshield logos
• Lightly tailored men's cut with freedom of movement in shoulders and arms
• Suitable for dressage and show jumping
• Crease-resistant and machine washable, follow the care label for the temperature