Why is Shell Cordovan Leather So Expensive?

[@matthewblainey4254]

Preston has an excellent outfit in this video, arguably one of the best casual ones I've ever seen on this channel

[@jessebechtold2973]

I do wish they’d start to cover more Smart Casual specifically. Far more applicable for many aspiring gents out there.

[@thiirane4279]

With all due to respect, but in this video he looks like a beggar, even though it’s meant to present some sort of casual vibe, it looks untidy. I have nothing against anyone from G’sG, to make it clear.

[@kcistercian]

My father always wore cordovan oxfords from Barrie Ltd., now sadly out of business. They lasted forever. Since he bought a new pair every year, he had quite a collection of them. The newest pair he wore for dress, older ones for less formal occasions, and the oldest pair (waterproofed) for snow shoveling.

[@isaacwakefield5915]

The facial hair looks incredible on you. Makes you look very adult. Highly recommend keeping it

[@MoonfaceMartin88]

I agree. Preston doesn't only have a bit of a baby face (which is a good thing, at least it will be in a decade or three) but he also looks a bit too "slick" clean-shaven.

[@Chinosandbrouges]

Are you suggesting he looked like a child before ? Keep your comments about people’s personal appearance to yourself.

[@the_9ent]

🤣😂👌

[@herbertsmagon5777]

no it doesnt, please shave or just have stubble. this is awful

[@oliverdelica2289]

I'd say alternate between styles

[@davidedmonds6427]

I purchased a pair of Allen Edmonds MacNeils in Shell Cordovan in Black from Ebay, VERY GENTLY USED and I LOVE THEM!!!

[@cccycling5835]

I just bought some McAllisters in Cordovan on Poshmark and they look and feel in better condition than the pictures shown. Totally worth buying Cordovan used online!

[@kamranhussain5906]

Firstly I would like say the videos you have made helped so much for my spoken for suit. The in-depth videos and the history lessons are amazing keep up the great work. loving the facial hair Preston

[@ChrisHodges87]

This was incredibly helpful. I had been deliberating on whether to by a pair of Cordovan Loafers from Allen Edmonds. They are about $600 and I wondered why. This explains is. I will also now fully expect to have to break them in over a much longer time period. Thank you for making this video.

[@jackmacewen]

I've got two pairs of Royal Imperials, both longwing bluchers, that I absolutely love. Both look new and both were goodwill finds within a month of each other.

[@c.w.9615]

I'm glad this video didi not extend past 24 minutes, otherwise Preston's voice might have become horse. I was courting a pair of Alden loafers made of cordovan. They were incredibly satisfying to see and touch. I'm in-between sizes, so I didn't buy them. I hope someday to own a pair of Cordovan shoes.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Glad to see others getting involved with the Preston puns! ;)

[@jec1ny]

I am experiencing a sudden flashback. It's 1975 and I am watching TV where Ricardo Montalban is pitching the brand new Chrysler Cordoba, a personal luxury car whose interior is even available in "fine Corinthian Leather."

[@guylewis7418]

My mom would swoon when she saw those commercials! “He’s so good looking!”

[@Rob-cv3vh]

Excellent video, thank you. Looking good Preston! I have 2 pairs of special order Crockett & Jones Oxfords in black Cordovan, a wholecut and a cap toe. Easy to look after and because they’re made on a last that’s perfect for me they haven’t rippled either. I had them made from Cordovan predominately for our inclement British weather, they excel on the days I need my trench and brolly.

[@joeguzman3558]

I can't believe I went thru the entire video - I just love learning about cordovan leather, I have 3 Allen Edmonds cordovan leather and I love them.

[@catblob]

Really liking this change in appearance, Preston. Great hair, glasses, beard combo!

[@Nathan_Wright]

I knew those sneakers in your community post had to be cordovan. The shine of them were clear as day. I love cordovan shoes and boots and have a couple pairs of different styles to break up the monotony of my calf leather shoes and boots. I would like to someday get some exotic skins like croc or alligator or hippo.

[@Reziac]

The beard is suitably professorial, and harmonizes nicely with the shoes. :)

[@teliyanus]

This stubble beard really suits you Preston. I wouldnt mind you keeping it.

[@Dominicreviews]

Agreed! Looks great on him. Now if he got a different hairstyle instead of that boyish one, even better. But hey we all start somewhere

[@mryoda17]

I thought the same thing! Commented that in the homewear video. Would look really great when allowed to grow fuller and kept at under a cm!

[@markjonz]

Great video Preston! I just bought cordovan loafers from Crockett and Jones in dark brown. The colour is deep and rich with many brown tones. Also the ripples instead of the creases are an attractive less formal look. I would recommend loafers or plain toe shoes to best show off the ripples. It seems a shame to use cordovan on trainers but it’s nice to hear about Crown - I’ll check them out. Thanks

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Love the humor in the videos. 😆

[@MrShinobi797]

I DIG the stubble Preston 👌🏽

[@samiam5557]

It's the fine corinthian leather, like in a Chrysler Cordoba.

[@sidneycastillocardenas1868]

I have a pair of cordovan boots in color 8, and a wingtip in cognac, both from Carmina. I love the luster they have and the shades of color they have against the light. The only thing is that in summer weather they can be quite hot and bulky for walking. I still have to get a pair of unlined cordovan, maybe that should do the trick.

[@careavis]

Love the video the very informative and very funny as well with all of the 🐎 jokes.

[@kamilj.1907]

You have become my favourite member of a gentleman's gazette team :) Love your sense of humor :) PS: Great video but that's sort of given since it's Gentleman's Gazette :)

[@davidhunternyc1]

Those Crown Northampton sneakers made from Cordovan leather look outstanding but also very uncomfortable, no matter how long the break in. Many videos are made about Crown Northampton sneakers. All focus on construction and craftsmanship but none focus on long term wear and comfortability. Please make a video about the wearability of your Crown Northampton sneakers. Thank you.

[@cbrogers4614]

That’s a bummer! I was considering them and doing a little more research. I hope that doesn’t go for the other options.

[@Freco1967]

Love the beard, Preston. Looks fantastic!

[@jamesgray2955]

I like the new look Preston!

[@CoolChevere]

I have two pairs of cordovan footwear. A pair of brogue boots by Allen Edmonds (like the ones Raphael wears) and a pair of monk strap shoes by Meermin. Both in Cordovan color. They’re great items and love wearing them in the winter months since they’re hard wearing. I’m going to look at picking up a pair of Indy Boots by Alden this winter.

[@watchfan210]

Great video! 👏👍 Are you getting sole replacements for your tennis shoes? Of course, the sole‘s rubber is not going to last as long as the cordovan leather.

[@gentlemansgazette]

As the shoes are still relatively new, I don't think a resole is on the cards just yet - but a good idea for a future video!

[@itsmeGeorgina]

This channel is high end content Thorough and good quality info 🙂

[@cccycling5835]

Whenever I wear Cordovan or Cashmere I get compliments I never fail to mention where Cordovan and Cashmere come from 😅 great party conversation

[@williamkazak469]

A great video. Lots of information. Thank you.

[@karanshetty7584]

Can you guys please review crown northHampton , i have ordered a few pairs with them recently . Can’t wait for them to get here

[@danielwo106]

That would be great!

[@cbrogers4614]

How’d you like them? I’ve been considering them.

[@jessebechtold2973]

All I could think about during this was that Preston was weary sneakers! 🤯

[@inregionecaecorum]

Cordwainer was an old fashioned term for leather worker, it derives from Cordovan leather, just as another old fashioned term currier, derives from French cuir.

[@mariellen8346]

Preston looks so cuuuuute!!

[@alexanderssonst]

Preston rocking that beard

[@MuhammadAli-qh8tg]

Im looking forward to Prestons beard growing into something the DiCaprio style from Django unchained.

[@metamaster6535]

POV: Watching Gentleman's Gazette in a Grey T-Shirt and Sweats at 10 in the morning

[@rao2398]

Cotton t shirt and cotton shorts.

[@metamaster6535]

@@rao2398 Haha thats usual for me too

[@themoderndandy713]

Black satin pajamas in my bed with red satin sheets.

[@rao2398]

@@themoderndandy713 holy . Silk?

[@themoderndandy713]

@@rao2398 Nah, polyester. It's still extremely comfortable, though. I'll take satin polyester over natural fibers like cotton for my pajamas any day.

[@claytonberg721]

Shell doesn't go well with formal styles? //me with 5 pairs of cap toe oxfords in horween shell...

[@YacDiesel]

Carmina (which, in my opinion, is currently the reigning King of Cordovan) is exceptional when it comes to tanning Cordovan in various shades of color (among which are green - the color of the pair of Cordovan Wholecuts I purchased from them - and blue).

[@spbynum]

Carmina doesn’t have anything to do with the production or coloring of the Shell Cordovan material itself. They source it through Horween Leather Co. like most other shoe companies. Alden tends to get first pick but Carmina may be up there too.

[@somerandomperson8282]

I think you are confused because Carmina does not tan anything, they receive the shell fully processed and ready for turning into shoes.

[@YacDiesel]

@@somerandomperson8282 Ah ok. Thank you for clarifying.

[@agreetodisagree7059]

Sir, this fit is clean. Keep the facial hair too. I recently started watching this channel to get informed about shoes and this style of dressing.

[@pacco205]

WOW, One of the few things I didn't know. Great video!

[@SMF2r0cky6]

can we please have a leather treatment video if possible, my current shoes have a glaring crease that makes me afraid to invest in new shoes

[@MrCbrehaut]

I have the Allen Edmonds Dalton boots and driving with them can be dangerous because they are very stiff. That said they are amazing and have a shine and color that is unmatched.

[@iainsanders4775]

Of course Indian maidens chewed buckskin to make it soft for clothes - presumably incl. moccasins. Did this produce a superior leather, & is is matchable today?

[@mrhamzariaz]

Raphael can you make a suit collection video?

[@Morsoth]

Loving the facial hair! You look great, and awesome video!

[@matt818]

Great look Preston, from head to cordovan toe.

[@ThomasFranz100]

I find my Alden Cordovans very comfortable also due to the cork footbed which adjusts to the feet of its individual owner.

[@Joe-pb3bm]

Rocking that beard!

[@AtaMarKat]

Spanish? Horse related? Shiny? I must acquire a pair of Marlborough Boots made of this!

[@tobyix1569]

It's incredible how much a bit of facial hair can change a guy, and in this case it does wonders for your look . Maybe it was big time to loosen up a bit and start playing on a cooler note? IDK, not quite sure why it works but it definitely does for you.

[@SPNKr16]

He looks like a stereotypical anglo jazz cat of the 40s-50s. Not a good look.

[@Zakariah1971]

Excellent presentation

[@MPGeterdone]

I have to give you kudos the facial hair aka beard is definitely an A+!!

[@mharmaansheikh6388]

Hey Preston the facial hair look very good on you👍

[@LatimusChadimus]

Cordovan, corduroy, cardigan; sounds like a fun outfit to described to those curious

[@LatimusChadimus]

That is hilarious that I said all of that before you got to your outfit

[@vickymay9222]

Great playoff beard!!! Cheers from SpoCanada.

[@theaussiewhinger]

Great video by 'mirror universe' Preston. 👍

[@johngreening463]

This has to be Preston’s funniest video yet.

[@michaelthompson5875]

Gotta say, Preston really dragged out the "horse's a**" joke. Oh, and George Costanza disagrees with one of your facts. Its "Moops", not "Moors."

[@bnwo]

Some Cordovan boots would look nice on date night.

[@rao2398]

But you should be attractive enough to get a date? If yes then go ahead!

[@hardcoredoom5892]

@@rao2398Well she looks like the hottie from Saved By The Bell. She good. She good.

[@anantsinghdhaliwal4595]

Wonderful

[@peterxyz3541]

Cordovan leather tab for archery

[@dangaines405]

Great video! Very informative and enjoyable! Thanks!

[@deanzion23]

lol you cracked me up when you looked down at the sheet and then said the horses a$$

[@MikeB071]

Very interesting video. Definitely a horse of a different color...

[@Will67267]

It’s the best!

[@TechnoLawyer]

The facial hair is a good look, Preston. I suggest keeping it.

[@madgoldfish4144]

Did Preston just grow his beard in a week?

[@tetrixdog]

Preston looks strange in this video ... ... almost human. Now he passes the Turing test.

[@zerominuseleven]

LOL

[@AggiePhil]

You didn’t tell us where they get all these horse hides in the first place. I’m curious about that. Are horses harvested as livestock animals in the US?

[@HaargusMcFargus]

More often than not, no. Horse is eaten in Canada however so the hides tanned by Horween can come from Canada, Japan or Italy for example. Lots of other shell tanneries in Italy or Japan too like Maryam in Italy or Shinki in Japan

[@micahbush5397]

Some hides come from work horses that have outlived their usefulness, others come from the management of feral mustangs. Other countries raise horses for their meat (especially the steppe countries of Asia), so I imagine a lot of the hides come from that.

[@lisbetsoda4874]

I do not approve of horse breeding for either meat or hides. Sorry.

[@themoderndandy713]

@@lisbetsoda4874 Agreed. Being a bit into equestrianism, I've come to appreciate horses for the highly-intelligent, compassionate animals they are. I wouldn't wear a puppy fur coat, and I wouldn't wear horse hide shoes. I'll stick to cow leather and thrifted furs.

[@bryankc9644]

@@lisbetsoda4874 cool story.

[@robertschneider2189]

What is up with those white laces? I thought this was a channel that promotes good taste.

[@kenneth7826]

Good video....

[@martincrook1984]

I own these sneakers….. love them 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@stevenjm12]

What brand?

[@martincrook1984]

@@stevenjm12 Crown Northampton

[@rocketman3770]

@@martincrook1984 how are they holding up now?

[@17teacmrocks]

mine came with a bunch of cuts and indentation marks. poor QC

[@deepblue007]

The stubble looks really good on Preston

[@coziii.1829]

Awesome 😎

[@navdeep0664]

Perfect

[@waya64]

Preston, I’m digging the facial hair! 👍🏻

[@Milkshakist]

We’ll based on the thumbnail… they’re made with plastic toy horses? Not a lot of those around to make shoes out of ya kno…

[@doraymi7963]

Preston could steal anyone's girl with thick stubble like that!

[@julianshepherd2038]

Lol

[@JasonP6339]

Dude! No more clean shaving for you! Even a little bit of facial hair makes you look much more mature and I believe really suits your face. Keep it up! And although I'm probably biased because I think every dude should have a beard if they can grow one, I honestly think you would look even cooler with a short/medium length beard. Us skinny white dudes with long faces always look better with a beard.

[@manuelgonzalezgonzalez2848]

Buenas tardes,por favor traducirlo al espańol .Un saludo

[@globetrotter5800]

Sick info... I'll pass on this one

[@FedeMOfficial]

Preston, you look good with that wisp of a beard! At the same time younger and more mature. You should consider keeping it :)

[@the_9ent]

I think a wallet, belt, or bag would be more suitable for this type of leather.

[@RacksonRacksonRibss]

Upwards of $500? Honestly upwards of $1K in a lot of cases

[@1k1ngst0n]

love the new facial hair!

[@vitod7425]

Oooh… I see Preston’s evil twin brother has made an appearance. Handing out beatings around the office probably. Facial hair looks great on you!

[@Atrabilaire31]

Hey everyone, what brands would you recommend for a cordovan dress boot?

[@bryankc9644]

Look on ebay for your size in cordovan boots. I buy allen edmonds exclusively used but found a gently used pair of johnston and murphy optima cordovan oxfords for 40 bucks

[@teenoso4069]

Rugged Presto, you are a walking embodiment of buy British :)

[@adullahalyammahi2791]

Like N °195 from Dubai 🙋❤

[@Quan1993]

Stingray leather

[@chrizm.1604]

If they sent you the sneakers for free; and you show them in many parts of the video isn’t that paid advertising (sponsorship)?

[@rpow6861]

if you didn't pay for the shoes then the video is very much sponsored.

[@aramondehasashi3324]

Calf leather, gator leather and now horse leather. Can't wait for the next animal leather video lol.

[@aramondehasashi3324]

@@TheSultan1470 😲

[@hardcoredoom5892]

Earthworm leather…

[@herbertsmagon5777]

Too many jokes, its like a bad episode of Family Guy

[@Fush1234]

Much better with a beard. 🥂

[@hansyboy.]

Hi ho! Kermit the Frog here!

[@naxalhim]

@22.07 Dear Preston...Leather sneakers with rubber soles just look horrible. It just defeats the purpose of a semiformal look. If you are looking for a semiformal look with shoes with leather top, you are better off with leather soles and if you are going to reason "comfort" as a excuse for that eye-sore soles then Dainite soles on leather uppers look more elegant. If you are sent these shoes to you how can you guarantee "no bias"?!!!. If these were good enough they would have been popular already by now, but they are not! Contrary to your theme of your attempt to advertise a British brand the look and feel of this sneaker is anything but it. Plus the glossy sheen on this leather tends to make it look cheap bookbinder "leather" despite its longevity . This is why calf leather looks much better for shoes and boots. There is no debate about its durability but the Rexine leather type or Bookbinder type sheen just defeats the argument for the premium price. This would have been your unbiased conclusion if this shoe was not given to you. Such is the impact of bias.

[@210195111]

Like you look .