Faler.BrandHi John- I learn from a previous post of yours that Russet is the one which should be chosen for enjoying the best patina change, but I see Brown shell cordovan equally tempting from your latest pictures. My questions are
Is brown shell cordovan darker than Russet? If possible and if you have stock, could you please post pictures of both of them under sunlight placed side by side? I tried googling but could not find pictures.
Please suggest the care that should be taken up for this wallet if any(apply mink oil?)
Thank You!
KartAt the moment it is night time in Ohio so sun light photos will not be possible but I will note that all leathers even black leathers will develop patina over time. The colors that will patina more substantially are browns, tans and naturals. If patina is what you are looking for I suggest choosing the shell cordovan, russet or chestnut. The three leathers listed will show the most patina over time and be sure to age great! I hope this helps without the photos. As far as leather care goes, I suggest using a nice leather conditioner or oil. For shell cordovan and all other leathers I use Venetian shoe cream. Horween suggest this cream and I stand by it completely, I also stock and sell Venetian so maybe I am bias, Ha! Mink oil and other creams work great for vegetable tanned leathers as well. I suggest finding a product that works for you and conditioning your products occasionally, but not to much.
Thank you,
John
Thank You!