M7 Oud Absolu is a divisive beast. Some swear it's a masterpiece, a rich, warm winter staple, perfect for the modern gentleman. Others find it lacks the oomph of the original M7, with middling performance. Try before you buy, but expect high quality.

No.710 channels YSL M7's resinous oud-and-vetiver signature over a warm amber-musk base. It's a fair likeness of that dark, vintage-leaning character, though buyers note it runs lighter on the oud's smoky depth and fades faster than the original's famous overnight staying power.