How Horween makes Shell Cordovan

[mulceber]

Not 100% related to jackets, but since we're all so interested in vegetable tanning, I thought this video where Arnold "Skip" Horween walks us through his company's process would be of interest to the folks here.

 

[WBOONE]

Very interesting, thanks

 

[Chandler]

I started to watch the video, but the focus seems to be on Cordovan -- should I keep watching even if I don't care about Cordovan?

My first experience with Horween Chromexcel was with the Aldens I just got and I'm impressed (even if I have to return the boots). And my first choice for leather with Good Wear will be Horween, so I'm interested in their work, just not necessarily Cordovan -- no matter what the fanboys want to tell me.

 

[mulceber]

Fair - I thought it would offer some insight into the tanning process. YMMV.