Quality of wallet as with others I’ve purchased from Ashland leather is great and I’m sure this wallet will stand the test of time. Having had a chance to compare the english tan dublin Herbie against my older shell cordovan herbie I have to say that I prefer the shell cordovan but am still very happy with my purchase of the english tan. The english tan appears to be more pliable with a waxier feel to it when compared to the stiffer shell cordovan. The english tam does appear to be slightly thinner in thickness as well. I believe the english tan will develop a more pronounced patina than the shell cordovan and sooner too however this is just a guess on my mind. Anyways hope this helps! Both are great wallets just prefer the shell cordovan if i could only buy one. :)