So, what to make of shell cordovan, a leather that falls into neither camp but is easily identified by its lustrous appearance and premium price tag? “It’s beautiful, first of all,” he says ...

It’s the only part that becomes genuine cordovan leather. The rest of the hide is called a ”horse front” and is used in jackets, belts or wallets. Co-owner Skip Horween, who holds a degree ...

For example, shell cordovan comes from the rear end is extremely strong and has a smooth texture. The Shinki Hikaku leather used for the Schott P642H Race Jacket comes from the horse’s front end. The ...

Often called shell cordovan, this leather is made from the “shell,“ a membrane on the part of the horse that goes over the fence last. For some reason, this is where the most nonporous leather ...

Nomad recently launched the Shell Cordovan Strap in black and silver. The band sells for $149.95, which appears to be expensive for a third party band. However, Apple's leather bands start at $149 ...