Why is Shell Cordovan Leather So Expensive?

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  • @matthewblainey4254
    @matthewblainey4254 2 роки тому +86

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

    • @FlatcapHobbit
      @FlatcapHobbit 2 роки тому +13

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

    • @thiirane4279
      @thiirane4279 2 роки тому

      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
    @kcistercian 2 роки тому +48

    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
    @isaacwakefield5915 2 роки тому +106

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

    • @MoonfaceMartin88
      @MoonfaceMartin88 2 роки тому +7

      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
      @Chinosandbrouges 2 роки тому +6

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

    • @the_9ent
      @the_9ent 2 роки тому

      🤣😂👌

    • @herbertsmagon5777
      @herbertsmagon5777 2 роки тому +7

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

    • @oliverdelica2289
      @oliverdelica2289 2 роки тому

      I'd say alternate between styles

  • @davidedmonds6427
    @davidedmonds6427 2 роки тому +5

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

    • @cccycling5835
      @cccycling5835 2 роки тому

      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!

  • @c.w.9615
    @c.w.9615 2 роки тому +12

    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
      @gentlemansgazette  2 роки тому +4

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

  • @kamranhussain5906
    @kamranhussain5906 2 роки тому +6

    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

  • @jackmacewen
    @jackmacewen 2 роки тому +11

    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.

  • @ChrisHodges87
    @ChrisHodges87 2 роки тому +8

    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.

  • @jec1ny
    @jec1ny 2 роки тому +10

    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."

    • @YakubibnEsau
      @YakubibnEsau 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @joeguzman3558
    @joeguzman3558 2 роки тому +2

    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
    @catblob 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @Reziac
    @Reziac 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @Rob-cv3vh
    @Rob-cv3vh 2 роки тому +9

    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.

  • @sidneycastillocardenas1868
    @sidneycastillocardenas1868 2 роки тому +7

    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.

  • @Nathan_Wright
    @Nathan_Wright 2 роки тому +12

    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.

  • @markjonz
    @markjonz 5 місяців тому

    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

  • @samiam5557
    @samiam5557 2 роки тому +8

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

  • @teliyanus
    @teliyanus 2 роки тому +20

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

    • @Dominicreviews
      @Dominicreviews 2 роки тому +1

      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
      @mryoda17 2 роки тому +2

      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!

  • @CoolChevere
    @CoolChevere 2 роки тому +2

    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.

  • @kamilj.1907
    @kamilj.1907 2 роки тому +3

    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 :)

  • @watchfan210
    @watchfan210 2 роки тому +4

    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
      @gentlemansgazette  2 роки тому +3

      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!

  • @MrShinobi797
    @MrShinobi797 2 роки тому +3

    I DIG the stubble Preston 👌🏽

  • @exothermal.sprocket
    @exothermal.sprocket 2 роки тому +4

    Love the humor in the videos. 😆

  • @dangaines405
    @dangaines405 2 роки тому +2

    Great video! Very informative and enjoyable! Thanks!

  • @cccycling5835
    @cccycling5835 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @karanshetty7584
    @karanshetty7584 2 роки тому +3

    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
      @danielwo106 2 роки тому

      That would be great!

    • @cbrogers4614
      @cbrogers4614 Рік тому

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

  • @careavis
    @careavis 2 роки тому +5

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

  • @inregionecaecorum
    @inregionecaecorum 2 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @jefffarmer9200
    @jefffarmer9200 2 роки тому +1

    Will there be a Crown Northampton review coming?

  • @Freco1967
    @Freco1967 2 роки тому +1

    Love the beard, Preston. Looks fantastic!

  • @philippedemontauvant5565
    @philippedemontauvant5565 Рік тому

    The stubble looks great!

  • @YacDiesel
    @YacDiesel 2 роки тому +2

    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
      @spbynum 2 роки тому +2

      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
      @somerandomperson8282 Рік тому +2

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

    • @YacDiesel
      @YacDiesel Рік тому

      @@somerandomperson8282 Ah ok. Thank you for clarifying.

  • @itsmeGeorgina
    @itsmeGeorgina 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @SMF2r0cky6
    @SMF2r0cky6 2 роки тому +4

    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

  • @FlatcapHobbit
    @FlatcapHobbit 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @MrCbrehaut
    @MrCbrehaut 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @roychefets1671
    @roychefets1671 2 роки тому +2

    quite interesting and well presented!

  • @williamkazak469
    @williamkazak469 2 роки тому +1

    A great video. Lots of information. Thank you.

  • @alexanderssonst
    @alexanderssonst 2 роки тому +2

    Preston rocking that beard

  • @peterfrancis14
    @peterfrancis14 2 роки тому

    Like the stubble Preston! Looking good!

  • @MuhammadAli-qh8tg
    @MuhammadAli-qh8tg 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @mariellen8346
    @mariellen8346 2 роки тому +1

    Preston looks so cuuuuute!!

  • @agreetodisagree7059
    @agreetodisagree7059 2 роки тому +2

    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.

  • @iainsanders4775
    @iainsanders4775 2 роки тому +1

    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?

  • @pacco205
    @pacco205 2 роки тому

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

  • @tobyix1569
    @tobyix1569 2 роки тому +2

    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.

  • @Morsoth
    @Morsoth 2 роки тому

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

  • @AtaMarKat
    @AtaMarKat 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @davidhunternyc1
    @davidhunternyc1 Рік тому +4

    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
      @cbrogers4614 Рік тому +1

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

  • @matt818
    @matt818 2 роки тому

    Great look Preston, from head to cordovan toe.

  • @michaelthompson5875
    @michaelthompson5875 2 роки тому +3

    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."

  • @Joe-pb3bm
    @Joe-pb3bm 2 роки тому

    Rocking that beard!

  • @mrhamzariaz
    @mrhamzariaz 2 роки тому +1

    Raphael can you make a suit collection video?

  • @bnwo
    @bnwo 2 роки тому +2

    Some Cordovan boots would look nice on date night.

    • @rao2398
      @rao2398 2 роки тому

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

    • @hardcoredoom5892
      @hardcoredoom5892 11 місяців тому

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

  • @mharmaansheikh6388
    @mharmaansheikh6388 2 роки тому

    Hey Preston the facial hair look very good on you👍

  • @johngreening463
    @johngreening463 2 роки тому

    This has to be Preston’s funniest video yet.

  • @Zakariah1971
    @Zakariah1971 Рік тому

    Excellent presentation

  • @MPGeterdone
    @MPGeterdone 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @jamesgray2955
    @jamesgray2955 2 роки тому +6

    I like the new look Preston!

  • @metamaster6535
    @metamaster6535 2 роки тому +13

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

    • @rao2398
      @rao2398 2 роки тому +2

      Cotton t shirt and cotton shorts.

    • @metamaster6535
      @metamaster6535 2 роки тому +2

      @@rao2398 Haha thats usual for me too

    • @themoderndandy713
      @themoderndandy713 2 роки тому +1

      Black satin pajamas in my bed with red satin sheets.

    • @rao2398
      @rao2398 2 роки тому

      @@themoderndandy713 holy . Silk?

    • @themoderndandy713
      @themoderndandy713 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @theaussiewhinger
    @theaussiewhinger 2 роки тому

    Great video by 'mirror universe' Preston. 👍

  • @vickymay9222
    @vickymay9222 2 роки тому

    Great playoff beard!!! Cheers from SpoCanada.

  • @TechnoLawyer
    @TechnoLawyer 2 роки тому

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

  • @paulrithosh84
    @paulrithosh84 2 роки тому

    Brother tell we can wear overcoat in india ? Please reply

    • @stevestevestevesteve6466
      @stevestevestevesteve6466 2 роки тому

      Pretty hot there, no? Seems pretty pointless to wear one.

    • @themoderndandy713
      @themoderndandy713 2 роки тому

      Overcoats can be worn in any country, permitting the weather is cold enough.

    • @paulrithosh84
      @paulrithosh84 2 роки тому

      Thank you guys , but I expect from gentleman's gazette

    • @paulrithosh84
      @paulrithosh84 2 роки тому

      @SPNKr Thanks you brother you are legend reply for this but I except from gentleman's gazette

  • @ThomasFranz100
    @ThomasFranz100 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @martincrook1984
    @martincrook1984 2 роки тому

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

  • @deanzion23
    @deanzion23 2 роки тому

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

  • @LatimusChadimus
    @LatimusChadimus 2 роки тому +6

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

    • @LatimusChadimus
      @LatimusChadimus 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @claytonberg721
    @claytonberg721 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @peterxyz3541
    @peterxyz3541 2 роки тому

    Cordovan leather tab for archery

  • @robertschneider2189
    @robertschneider2189 2 роки тому

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

  • @MikeB071
    @MikeB071 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @17teacmrocks
    @17teacmrocks Рік тому

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

  • @Atrabilaire31
    @Atrabilaire31 2 роки тому

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

    • @bryankc9644
      @bryankc9644 2 роки тому +1

      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

  • @Milkshakist
    @Milkshakist 2 роки тому +1

    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…

  • @KOBER4974
    @KOBER4974 2 роки тому

    Buenas tardes,por favor traducirlo al espańol .Un saludo

  • @JasonP6339
    @JasonP6339 Рік тому

    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.

  • @anantsinghdhaliwal4595
    @anantsinghdhaliwal4595 Рік тому

    Wonderful

  • @madgoldfish4144
    @madgoldfish4144 2 роки тому +7

    Did Preston just grow his beard in a week?

  • @Will67267
    @Will67267 8 місяців тому

    It’s the best!

  • @waya64
    @waya64 2 роки тому

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

  • @RacksonRacksonRibss
    @RacksonRacksonRibss Рік тому

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

  • @the_9ent
    @the_9ent 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @tetrixdog
    @tetrixdog 2 роки тому +6

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

  • @kenneth7826
    @kenneth7826 2 роки тому

    Good video....

  • @doraymi7963
    @doraymi7963 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @globetrotter5800
    @globetrotter5800 2 роки тому

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

  • @coziii.1829
    @coziii.1829 2 роки тому

    Awesome 😎

  • @FedeMOfficial
    @FedeMOfficial 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @rpow6861
    @rpow6861 2 роки тому

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

  • @ShaareiZoharDaas
    @ShaareiZoharDaas 2 роки тому

    The beard is gorgeous and suits you!

  • @navdeep0664
    @navdeep0664 2 роки тому

    Perfect

  • @vitod7425
    @vitod7425 2 роки тому

    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!

  • @teenoso4069
    @teenoso4069 2 роки тому

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

  • @deepblue007
    @deepblue007 2 роки тому

    The stubble looks really good on Preston

  • @Justthemow
    @Justthemow 2 роки тому

    I’m part moorish

  • @chrizm.1604
    @chrizm.1604 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @herbertsmagon5777
    @herbertsmagon5777 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @hansyboy.
    @hansyboy. Рік тому

    Hi ho! Kermit the Frog here!

  • @1k1ngst0n
    @1k1ngst0n 2 роки тому

    love the new facial hair!