How do you clean cordovan shells?

Shell Cordovan Care

1. Clean with a soft, damp cloth, allow to dry completely away from heat and moving air.
2. Brush, vigorously, for several minutes using a horsehair brush.
3. Every 10 – 15 wearings, apply a light haze of neutral Creme Cordovan or Venetian Cream sparingly.

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In this way, is shell cordovan water resistant?

Shell cordovan is exceptionally durable. The pores are so dense on the hindquarters of a horse that they are not visible to the naked eye. The hide is naturally resistant to water (though not impervious) as well as stretching. Instead of creasing, shell cordovan ripples.

Moreover, can you use saddle soap on shell cordovan?

Here is a list of things NOT to do to care for Shell Cordovan Shoes: Do Not clean using saddle soap or cleaner containing petroleum distillates or cleaning fluids.To clean, all that is required is to wipe them with a cloth dampened slightly with water. … Do Not use heat to dry wet Shell Cordovan leather.