Is Cordovan Supposed to do this?

[magogian12345]

So, I thought I'd give my new cordovan loafers a little brushing. (This is my first pair of cordovan shoes). I used one of my good horsehair brushes for the job. Well, after brushing the top with only a few strokes, some weird scratches developed.

See here





Is Cordovan supposed to scratch from a mere brushing? What is going on here?

This is my first experience with cordovan, so I appreciate the help. (I'm likely just screwing it up myself).

 

[JohnnyLaw]

Try buffing them with a flannel cloth.

 

[rebel222]

Put one or two drops of water on the shoes before you buff them. Don't let it sit there... In other words buff as soon as the water hits the shoes.

 

[radicaldog]

It's normal, but then scratches will disappear after buffing. Cordovan behaves very differently from calf.

 

[magogian12345]

Okay, great. Thanks everyone. I was just worried at first.

 

[CunningSmeagol]

First rule of cordovan shoes - never worry about cordovan shoes. You could polish them with poop and sandpaper, and they'd come out pretty much okay.

 

[YoungAmerican]

Originally Posted by CunningSmeagol

First rule of cordovan shoes - never worry about cordovan shoes. You could polish them with poop and sandpaper, and they'd come out pretty much okay.

That was my problem. Forgot the sandpaper.

 

[JayJay]

Originally Posted by magogian12345

Okay, great. Thanks everyone. I was just worried at first.
I hope you enjoy your shoes. What style and brand do you have?

 

[magogian12345]

Originally Posted by JayJay

I hope you enjoy your shoes. What style and brand do you have?

These http://www.francos.com/items/item.asp?sku5=99429

 

[JayJay]

Originally Posted by magogian12345

These http://www.francos.com/items/item.asp?sku5=99429
Very nice shoes, and from a good source. Enjoy!