Royall Muske

My first experience with Royall Muske is with the older formulation, before the Clarecastle Group changed it (sometime in the 90's from what I've read). I hadn't tried a musk forward fragrance in a long while. It's one of those notes that feels so 1970's. But where Royall Muske goes so right is that it is such a soft, warm, CLEAN, and semi-sweet fragrance. It has a pronounced sillage when liberally applied and it will envelop a car cabin, but it's not edgy or biting. As others have said, there's not much else to detect aside from musk. I do pick up some spicy qualities, but the musk prevails. There is a powdery soapy quality, giving a kind of "barbershop" quality, but it's pleasant to me. I can pick up a "baby powder" note in this version, but its slight and not something I'd deliberately notice unless looking for it. After sampling Royall Muske for another day, I have to say that I'm just loving this. A friend of mine who enjoys fragrances applied some to her wrist, took it in, and beamed a big smile "Where did you get this??" Need I say more? ;-) 9.3/10. _______________________________________________________ Btw, I've obtained the current formulation of Muske. Upon an initial whiff of the bottle, my impression is that they didn't change anything. But once applied, it felt weaker and more alcoholic. I figured it was reformulated. However, after some time I discovered that the fragrance "settled" once enough air was in the bottle (about 1/5th depleted). It smells pretty much the same as the vintage bottle I have. The real test was opening up a vintage bottle that had never seen air, and I had the same impression as from the new one. So... it appears Muske is safe from reformulation at the present time.

This is a jewel among many, unique to all, a real musk fragrance. It's very strong though, too strong for me to bear but I got used to it and adore it now, it is a cologne and therefore will not hold up as deep as a toilette or perfume but it's stronger that a splash. It smells extremely masculine, dripping and oozing sexuality, male charisma, charm and desire. It's clean, warm, sweet and strong, I can smell it after the next day. It's weak on longevity but at the price for size, one can spray again if needed. Loved the unique presentation, the box, the little plastic seal, the signature, it's all nice. It smells like a well-groomed man, who has a nice clean haircut, a handsome rugged man with facial hair, he is a sexy beast yet a gentleman. I keep telling myself inside, this smells so good. I think I will always own a bottle of this, always, it's essential, a must-have. It's great for layering with other fragrances, perhaps those that are floral or sweet, this can be a wonderful layer, a base. This cologne is like the heavenly embrace of a handsome prince of a man, a perfect, ideal man, he is strong, charming, sophisticated, and sexual, he is passionate. Musk lovers, this is a necessary fragrance in your list, a delightful musk that i both addictive and romantic. This musk is warm, a bit spicy, I do not recommend it for very hot weather or inside of a hot car. This cologne is pure male sexuality, male essence, male elegance, male energy, male passion, it's orgasmic. I think it has some rum and some form of spice mixed into the musk.

This cologne is like your favourite, faded pair of Levis. Like worn-in boots that have shaped to your feet over the years. Like a cup of hot coffee on the snowiest, most fridgid day of the year. Like a car seat that has been perfectly shaped to fit your body. It's a warm, soft, powdery, semi-sweet musk, with none of the animalistic notes that can make musk accords polarazing. It would be hard for me to believe this could be offensive to anyone unless you overspray, or they don't like fragrance in general. It's also slightly soapy, which gives it a clean & fresh feeling to the nose. Amazing to put on after a shower. I can pick out some light bay-rum, even though it isn't listed as an accord. This is a very natural smelling cologne which definitley won't choke anybody out, and will radiate off your skin, giving you a pleasing scent bubble to anyone that enters your close proximity. Be aware that it only comes in EDC concentration, and becomes a skin scent within 2-4 hours. I typically do 3-5 sprays, but you could probably get away with more if you choose. The 2oz and 8oz are rub on lotions/aftershaves, so if you want the sprayer you will need to select the 4oz size, just thought I should mention. Out of my rather modest collection of about 20 parfumes, this is the only one I can say I truly love and will absolutely have a bottle of this on me at all times. One of the best daily drivers ever. 10/10 to my nose.

Review: Vintage Royall Muske (Original Bermuda Formula – Thick Pewter Metal Cap) genuine deer musk I own and try tons of synthetic and real deer musks because it’s my favorite, ingredient. My only regret is not finding this earlier. I'd pay 10x what I paid for it on eBay. It’s got a touch of bitter orange, nutmeg, and a pinch of clove. But the star of the show is the musk pods used in this old formula. It makes it so warm, smooth, calming, and sexy. It has a very very slight cola vibe of my early edition Zoologist Musk Deer, and a little bit of FM Musc Ravaguer but in vintage way, and this is better than both. I can't get enough of this one and wear it frequently outdoors and to bed. Signature scent worthy. Better than nearly all of my niche musks and easily my best vintage musk. Good performance too, especially for it's concentration. Perfection. ××××××××××××××××××××××××××× Scent 100/100 Performance 70/100 ×××××××××××××××××××××××××××

I'm not usually a fan of fragrances with Musk in their names --- while musk is a wonderful note when skillfully blended, as a dominant note it too often conjures up cartoonish images of crude self-styled Lotharios with polyester shirts, gold medallions, and cheesy pickup lines. Royall Muske is a whole different animal --- and a very pleasant surprise. The musk isn't overdone, and is rounded out with a lovely blend of spices (clove, allspice, and bay leaves are what I notice most), amber and vanilla that gets progressively mellower without losing the musk note completely. The overall effect is one of subtle sensuality rather than the shouted "Hey --- smell this!" that most Musks tend to broadcast. This is a winner!