By storybook.oak • April 6, 2024"I can’t say enough about this Minerva leather. It was a bit stiff to start, but it settled in fairly quickly and has been comfortable throughout the 6 months.
The clicking on these was clearly exceptional, because the break on both pairs is similarly consistent and attractive. I particularly love the combination of matching rolls and creases on the vamps.
The color of the leather darkened with wear, perhaps due to a combination of sunlight and water. I noticed that they almost have a watercolor-like quality of spots and layers, especially across the toes. I look forward to seeing the color continue to evolve and deepen in the future.
Care was very simple. I would wipe them down and brush them after each wear. During the 6 months, I conditioned them once with Skidmore’s and a couple other times with Bick 4. My goal was to care for them well and keep them looking their best. Prior to taking my final photographs, I gave them a good brushing and waxed the edges with Skidmore’s beeswax...."Read the full review
