have a favorite leather scented A/S?

currently I'm an english leather guy, but I have been hearing about other leather scents out there. up untill now the only other one I've ever tried was an old bottle of russian leather I found as a kid/teen that my dad had laying around (as I remember he didn't really care for it). anyway as much as I like my current A/S I would really love to find something that emulates the old bottle of russian leather I found way back when, or maybe something even better, especialy since russian leather used to be my favorite untill I ran out of it and found out they don't make it anymore.

so whats your favorite?

Well then, if not English Leather it has to be Spanish Leather by Trumpers :tu. I've not tried T & H's version, so I can't comment on that.

I absolutely love the Spanish Leather from Truefitt & Hill.

Gentlemen:

I use Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather, Geo F Trumper's Spanish Leather, and Woods of Windsor, which has strong elements of the Spanish leather fragrance.

I love all three.

Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather is a doorway into heaven in its complexity and elegance. Trumper's Spanish Leather is like browsing through a British soap shop on a rainy day. Woods of Windsor is for that morning when you can't stop smiling.

I have used these three fragrances for years, and will continue to do so into the next century — if the Lord is willin' and da creek don't rise, that is.

Regards,
Obie

Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather is a doorway into heaven in its complexity and elegance. Trumper's Spanish Leather is like browsing through a British soap shop on a rainy day. Woods of Windsor is for that morning when you can't stop smiling.


Amazing language. I especially enjoy "like browsing through a British soap shop on a rainy day". Incredibly vivid.

Thank you Obie for your wonderful simile.

Maxi

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Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather is a doorway into heaven in its complexity and elegance.

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For crying out loud Obie, you're going to be responsible for me buying another version of Spanish Leather, I just know it.....:D

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For crying out loud Obie, you're going to be responsible for me buying another version of Spanish Leather, I just know it.....:D

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Hello, Ryan:

I know you'll love Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather. I don't recall ever being without it.

The fragrance carries hints of citrus tied in a bouquet of flowers and presented in a leather vase.

I have always found the scent intriguing, like a late-night knock on the door by a beautiful and mysterious Victorian lady.

Regards,
Obie

Well, I didn't know that when I started looking for an alternative to a no longer made russian leather that I would end up with an entire shopping list of things that I just have to try. To think I resisted RAD all these years only to get hit with A/S aquisition disorder. With descriptions like those I'm glad I only asked about leather scented A/S or I'd be broke by the end of the week.

I got a sample tube of Geo F Trumper Spanish Leather once with a new straight that I bought. Turned out it was my favorite out of everything else I had at the time. I should buy some more. The sample tubes are a great idea, saves wasting money on a cologne you don't like.

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I know you'll love Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather. I don't recall ever being without it.

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Obie my good friend. I have T&H's Spanish Leather cologne and I love it. I was curious, however, are you referring to their cologne, aftershave, or both? What is the difference between the Spanish Leather cologne and aftershave (as they are the same price, I imagine the aftershave might just contain less alcohol to cut down the burn)? Also, how long does the scent of the Spanish Leather aftershave stay on your skin?

Thanks,
Brent

Hello, Brent:

I have both the aftershave and the cologne. The cologne is more concentrated and its scent stronger. The alcohol content seems to be the same.

The scent does linger, becoming more subtle as time goes on, of course. I remember one Saturday I applied it after the morning shave. That evening I attended a wedding.

An old friend, a lovely young lady, gave me a hug and a smooch on the cheek. "You smell nice," she said. "He always smells nice," said dearly beloved.

Regards,
Obie

What does Spanish Leather or even Leather smell like? From what I have read, it has nothing to do with the smell of leather. Thanks for any help.

Thank you Obie. I have been working on being one of those people who "always smell nice" and have been quite successful. I always enjoy your little stories (your long ones too).

Your friend,
Brent

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What does Spanish Leather or even Leather smell like? From what I have read, it has nothing to do with the smell of leather. Thanks for any help.

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well, I can't speak to spanish leather but the two leather scented aftershaves I have tried have what I call a strong hint of actual leather smell. they don't smell exactly like leather but lemonade doesn't taste exactly like raw lemons either. as to what leather smells like it depends on the leather since they're all made differently. a black leather jacket smells different than a brown leather saddle and a new pair of leather shoes smell different than either of those. all of these smells are the smell of new leather so perhaps "leather scented" isn't as accurate as "new leather scented". most leather scented aftershaves I have come accross smell more like a soft brown leather but they all have other smells mixed in. I would say that a leather scented A/S should smell like walking into a tack shop with the scent of a local popuri filling the air and mixing with the scent of new leather.

I know this thread died out a long time ago, but it is a shining example of why browsing threads on any topic I'm interested in nets me GREAT information.
As a result, I've purchased and am now waiting for my GFT Spanish Leather to arrive.

And yes, I did send a thank-you to my friend Obie to let him know that his words carry weight long after he hits submit.

All the best

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I know this thread died out a long time ago, but it is a shining example of why browsing threads on any topic I'm interested in nets me GREAT information.
As a result, I've purchased and am now waiting for my GFT Spanish Leather to arrive.

And yes, I did send a thank-you to my friend Obie to let him know that his words carry weight long after he hits submit.
All the best

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Mark, my dear friend, thank you for the kind words. And you are very welcome. Yes, you will love Trumper's Spanish Leather. It has a strong fragrance at first, but it quickly settles down. After all these years, I still can't see being without this sweet slice of life. Enjoy it, and stay well.

As a matter of coincidence, I just happened to splash on some Trumpers Spanish Leather today myself :) Yes, I guarantee you'll like it as well.

It's been a few years since I've read this thread and I noticed at the time I still hadn't bought the Truefitt & Hill version. Well today I'm here to tell you all that Obie was indeed responsible for me buying another version of Spanish Leather with his doorway into heaven comment - it just took a couple years :rofl2: ..... and yes it is heavenly lol

Too Funny!
Obie certainly painted quite a picture with words...so much so I couldn't resist.
The price difference between the two led me to GFT, and by your example I have some time before it would be 'bad form' not to buy the T&H.
I guarantee by 2016, I'll have to T&H on my shelf as well.
Thanks Ryan for the info and commenting on a this blast from the past.
We newbies LOVE to scour these threads! The pre shaves, aftershaves and colognes portion of the site is a really great read...after we start to hit our stride with the SR.
Kudos to you Ryan as the Moderator.

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Kudos to you Ryan as the Moderator.

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Thank you for the kind words, but it really is the membership that drives the discussions and the forums themselves. I just add my two bits where I can :)

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Gentlemen:

I use Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather, Geo F Trumper's Spanish Leather, and Woods of Windsor, which has strong elements of the Spanish leather fragrance.

I love all three.

Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather is a doorway into heaven in its complexity and elegance. Trumper's Spanish Leather is like browsing through a British soap shop on a rainy day. Woods of Windsor is for that morning when you can't stop smiling.

I have used these three fragrances for years, and will continue to do so into the next century — if the Lord is willin' and da creek don't rise, that is.

Regards,
Obie

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Thank you Obie for your wonderful advice! I have and love both Trumper's Spanish Leather and Woods of Windsor. Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather arrives Thursday, March 17th, St. Patrick's Day!:)

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Thank you Obie. I have been working on being one of those people who "always smell nice" and have been quite successful. I always enjoy your little stories (your long ones too).

Your friend,
Brent

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Old thread or not,I would agree with that statement. Your a good man Obie.

Gentlemen,

Thank you for resurrecting this old thread, and thank you for the kind words.

Yes, I still use these products, although I am on my last bottle of Woods of Windsor. Unfortunately, the Woods of Windsor aftershave splash is no longer made. The aftershave balm is still available, although I have not tried it. All good stuff.

Stirling British Leather actually smells like leather. English Leather does not even come close to the leather scent from Stirling.

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Gentlemen,

Thank you for resurrecting this old thread, and thank you for the kind words.

Yes, I still use these products, although I am on my last bottle of Woods of Windsor. Unfortunately, the Woods of Windsor aftershave splash is no longer made. The aftershave balm is still available, although I have not tried it. All good stuff.

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Obie, you can still get Woods of Windsor from FragranceNet.com and from Amazon. I purchased 3 bottles of the cologne just last week. Am enjoying the fragrance! Thank you! Also ordered their deodorant from FragranceNet.com. :)

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Obie, you can still get Woods of Windsor from FragranceNet.com and from Amazon. I purchased 3 bottles of the cologne just last week. Am enjoying the fragrance! Thank you! Also ordered their deodorant from FragranceNet.com. :)

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Ironman,

Thank you for the information. I am glad you found the site to order Woods of Windsor. By Jove, like you, I just ordered three bottles of it. This is heavenly stuff, my friend, and you're a savior.

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Ironman,

Thank you for the information. I am glad you found the site to order Woods of Windsor. By Jove, like you, I just ordered three bottles of it. This is heavenly stuff, my friend, and you're a savior.

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Love it too! Also looking to try Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather which arrives this Thursday! Thank you for all your suggestions!:)

Received my Truefitt & Hill Spanish Leather today! Love it! I think that I prefer it over GFT's version.:)

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Received my Truefitt & Hill Spanish Leather today! Love it! I think that I prefer it over GFT's version.:)

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You and I both. Yes, Truefitt & Hill's Spanish Leather is far more complex than the Trumper version.