The texture of aged Horween Cordovan A year and a half old L-shaped zi – munekawa

The texture of aged Horween Cordovan A year and a half old L-shaped zipper wallet Cram

March 22, 2024

Cram is an L-shaped zipper wallet made from Horween shell cordovan.

The color is burgundy (No. 8). Munekawa staff have been using it for about a year and a half .

The leather has also aged considerably.

In today's blog, we will introduce how cordovan leather changes and how to care for it.

" I want to try using cordovan, but I wonder how it will change over time? "

" I don't know how to take care of it... "

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Characteristics of Horween Cordovan

Horween is a tannery (leather tanning manufacturer) based in Illinois, USA.

Shell cordovan is particularly famous, with its smooth and unique texture attracting enthusiasts all over the world.

One of the characteristics of Horween Cordovan is that it contains a lot of oil .

Due to the nature of the material, cordovan leather fibers may feel fuzzy and rough to the touch.

However, Horween cordovan is made by allowing oil to soak into the leather over a long period of time, so it is less rough and has a unique "moist" feel when you hold it in your hand.

Compare unused and aged products

If you compare one that has been used for a year and a half with one that has never been used, you can see a clear difference.

The colors are more vivid and the texture has changed from matte to smooth.

With use, the wax on the surface of the cordovan will gradually come off, revealing a natural luster.

The one on the right has been used for a year and a half.

There will be some small scratches, but these add to the leather's unique character.

The staff member who uses this wallet usually carries the Cram in his bag, but sometimes puts it in his pants pocket as well.

The way Cram ages will show different characteristics depending on how you carry it, whether you carry it in your pocket or bag, which is something unique to Cram's compact size and portability.

By the way, the biggest enemy of cordovan is said to be getting wet .

Please be careful not to get it too wet as this may cause it to lose its shape or develop blisters.

It's not good to get it wet with sweat, so if you sweat a lot, we recommend keeping it in your bag .

How to care for your cordovan

Horween shell cordovan naturally contains a lot of oil, so when you first start using it, simply wipe it gently with a soft cloth.

Munekawa staff also use " Columbus Premium Series Cordovan Cream ."

Cordovan is sensitive to water, so a care cream with low moisture content is best.

It is a little difficult to spread, but take a small amount in your hand, spread it thinly, and gently wipe it off with a dry cloth.

Then you will gradually notice a natural shine.

It is colorless, so it can be used on any color of leather, and it is easy to use because it has no odor.

The more you use it, the more attractive it becomes

The glossy texture of cordovan leather gives it a unique appeal.

The more you use it, the more the luster and color will change, making it an item that is truly yours.

Leather products require careful care and avoid getting wet, so they may not be as roughly usable as other materials, but the joy of using them comes from using them carefully.