Maduro is the Spanish term for ripe or mature, meaning fully developed. In the cigar world, Maduro refers to a wrapper leaf, the darkest of all the numerous shades of brown. These wrappers undergo a time-consuming fermentation process with higher temperatures and moisture to produce dark colors and rich flavors. After seeing this shell color in various light, we couldn't think of a better name. This color has many layers, with an earthy, dark brown base.

One of the unique properties of Shell Cordovan is the watercolor paint-like character that allows you to see beyond the surface layer. It has a very natural appearance that can be attributed to the six-month-long vegetable tanned process.

Slight variation is expected as this article is the antithesis of a cookie-cutter article. 

• Goodyear-welt construction
• Leo last
• Horween Shell Cordovan
• Full-grain leather kip lining
• 270º flat welt with heel rand
• Polished brass eyelets
• Vegetable-tanned leather insole, welt, and midsole
  
• Cork filler with steel shank 
• Full-grain leather heel counters
• Micro stud rubber sole

Every pair crafted in our factory on Xiamen Island, China