Gentleman’s Nod Damascus No.1 (Claude Dir) 2024 + Scimitars and Spices Giveaway.

Gentleman’s Nod Damascus No.1

Gentleman’s Nod Damascus No.1 via the brand

To introduce Steven’s video of Gentleman’s Nod Damascus I asked Creative director Chris Christiansen to share his creative process-Michelyn

“Both Damascus steel and perfume development are a combination of art of science that weave and layer multiple ingredients into a unique composite. In times past, the trade, process and formulas were highly guarded secrets. Damascus steel swords were some of the finest swords ever made and renowned for their beauty, strength and sharpness. The English broadsword was no match for the smaller, lighter Damascus Scimitar. Just like owning a fine perfume in this period, owning a Damascus blade was reserved for the elite. The use of Damascus blades began to decline in the 16th century concurrently with the prevalence of gunpowder. During this same period, tobacco was first introduced in the markets of Damascus by Spanish traders.

Gentleman’s Nod Damascus No.1 was created in collaboration with Sean at Carbon shaving, who designs heirloom quality razors, at times utilizing the modern form of Damascus steel in their functional art. We created this Damascus No.1 as an homage to the art and beauty of perfumery, Damascus steel, and the renowned markets of the historic city. The colors, design, and illustrations serve to highlight the beauty and history of Damascus steel. The fragrance transports the wearer to the ancient city and its markets where the aromas of spices, dried fruits, and roses swirled through the air. 

The composition is nothing short of magical in its interplay as an ambrée both woody and spicy, wonderfully executed by master perfumer Claude Dir and bottled at 35% extrait strength.

-Chris Christiansen

 

Video Contributor Steven Gavrielatos reviews Gentleman’s Nod Damascus No.1

Top Notes: Black Pepper, Cardamom, Fig Milk; Heart Notes: Saffron, Orris, Davana, Rose de Grasse; Dry Down: Cistus,Cypriol, Tobacco, Sublimolide™, Patchouli

Bottle sent to Steven, opinions his own

Thanks to the generosity of Gentleman’s Nod, we have a 50 ml bottle of  Damascus No.1 parfum extrait for a registered ÇaFleureBon registered reader and a Redolessence subscriber USA & CANADA ONLY, (if you are not sure if you are registered click here – you must register on our site or your entry will be invalid). To be eligible please leave a comment on this site with what strikes you about BOTH CHRIS CHRISTIANSEN’S INTRODUCTION AND STEVEN’S VIDEO review of Gentleman’s Nod Damascus and where you live. Draw closes 2/2/ 2025, and the winner will be announced within a week after.

Chris Christiansen of Gentleman’s Nod is 177th in our American perfumer series, read his profile here.

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11 comments

  • Ramses Perez says:

    You had me at dry and spicy with this one. The inspiration being the usage of Damascus steel swords makes sense because of the sharpness and dryness of the scent. Cardamom and tobacco are notes I appreciate on a fragrance and they do lean a bit more masculine which ties to the inspiration behind it. A true unique and off the cuff fragrance I’d say. I’m located in the USA.

  • Shontel Bordelon says:

    Sounds fantastic!! Steven always does an awesome job describing the fragrance. I can almost smell it as he speaks, Lol…..Tobacco & Patchouli are my all time favorite dry down notes… Hope to try this soon!! From Louisiana.

  • Atefeh says:

    It’s very good for fall and winter, if I win it I will give it to my brother, this is his perfume, thank you so much for your videos, helps a lot.

  • AromaDulce73 says:

    Love the notes in this fragrance. I’m a fan of Gentlemen’s Nod. Outlaw is amazing and I hear great things about Damascus No. 1.

    Steven mentions one of my favorite notes in this fragrance, tobacco. I’ve tried a few from this brand and I know the quality it top notch.

    Would love to add this one to my collection.

  • Sybelle16 says:

    From Chris’s introduction: Gentleman’s Nod Damascus No.1 was inspired by Damascus steel and perfume development; both utilize scientific artistry in their perspective mediums–weaving and layering multiple ingredients into unique compositions. the heavily guarded secrets of Damascus sword making, meant these swords were valued and renowned for their beauty, strength and sharpness. Tapping into that history, a collaboration with Carbon Shaving, who design heirloom razors using modern Damascus steel, this scent is a homage to the history, beauty and art of both perfumery and craftsmanship of Damascus metal.

    For Steve, this is a dark, charismatic, sophisticated dry, spicy and smooth cardamom fragrance. This a perception of sweetness from the resin, though the fragrance still leans on the dry side; it has an earthy, herbal quality with a focus on a powdery orris, cardamom and cistus in the dry down. The saffron here leans more masculine and leatherier for him. The Spiciness from pepper along with a dry tobacco are the standouts–though other notes like nutmeg, that while not listed in the notes, might be present.

    This scent would be good in the Fall and especially, the colder months. He feels this scent has brute force–longevity and sustenance. This scent is a departure for the brand and is unique, beautiful and stand out amongst other cardamom tobacco fragrances, it’s perfect for a night out or if you want to impress.

    USA

  • Kelley Baysinger says:

    As always, appreciate the information shared by redolessence videos. I have purchased many items reviewed and am anxious to try this one.

  • brentm says:

    I love the use of steel for the label on the bottle, the back story for Damascus steel brings it full circle. The notes of cardamon and tobacco makes this a fragrance that would be similar to a lot of my favorite fragrances and I would love to try.