The Idiot's Guide to Shell Cordovan Shoe Care

* Thanks to @Shellvedge for stopping by! I'm the cordovan idiot in the title, of course, not him lol * My trip to see how Horween makes cordovan https://stridewise.com/horween-shell-cordovan/ * Shellvedge addresses 8 myths about cordovan: https://youtu.be/jPSyo1Lus9k Shell cordovan is a mythic material that entrances shoe nerds around the world but since it's pretty much always $700+ to get cordovan footwear, I've never really worn it much. But after picking up some color 8 Alden wingtips on eBay for my sister's wedding, I thought it was time to get an idea as to how to care for the stuff. This is by no means an ultimate, all-your-questions-answered guide, but a starter kit to help you on your way. 00:00 Who's Shellvege? 00:48 What is Cordovan? 01:24 Why is Cordovan so expensive 02:21 How to store cordovan shoes 03:00 Can cordovan get wet? 03:25 How often to brush cordovan 03:44 How often condition cordovan 05:04 How do you condition cordovan 06:22 Deer bone and cordovan care 07:17 Ebony wood and cordovan care 08:30 Does cordovan shine itself? 09:42 Do you polish cordovan? 10:20 Wrapping up