Reviews of 1903
by J Peterman

Not exactly what I was expecting given the reviews. This has a raw, undoubtedly sexy feel to it, though not much above a drugstore staple. I wish it seemed that all the layers were made with quality ingredients. I wish it didn't come off as somewhat cheap. To be fair, I need to give this a few wearings, get a few opinions, and reserve final judgment until I have more experience with this frag.

Distinctive. Classy. Those two words sum up 1903. This will forever remind me of Italy. I ordered it off the J Peterman website for my trip to Italy and it was the perfect choice. This smells like something you'd imagine a rugged pioneer or adventurer such as Teddy Roosevelt could have worn in a top coat and tails at a ball. Very British or Early American. It has a strong mossy, almost pine scent blended with other rich elements. It is a very masculine and powerful scent but remains very classy. Think Sean Connery as James Bond in Dr. No. It seems to have strong mossy and pine elements and leather and frankensence are present as well. I'd have to say I've never smelled another cologne like it and it is well worth the price. I like the spray bottle better than the more expensive bottle because it travels better and is easier to apply. I highly doubt the whole story of Peterman finding the cologne in a case he bought that hadn't been opened in a hundred years because of the whole glamorized catalog description thing he has going on but its very worthy to have in your collection. A little goes a long way with this cologne and it has unbelievable staying power. One night in Venice, I put it on in the afternoon and even after a night of drinking in the local bars, I smelled it the next morning when I woke up. And I am sure she did too before she left. Which is probably why she was there in the first place.