Side-by-side comparison of Supremacy Silver by Afnan and Explorer by Montblanc
Afnan
Montblanc
| Attribute | Supremacy Silver | Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Afnan | Montblanc |
| Year | 2013 | 2019 |
| Rating | 4.06 | 4.24 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Total Notes | 12 | 9 |
34 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
3.5
/10
While the r/fragrance community appreciates Supremacy Silver's scent profile as a solid Aventus clone, it is widely criticized for severe longevity and projection issues that make it impractical for daily wear. Multiple users report it fading to skin scent within an hour despite good application and skin chemistry with other fragrances, with quality concerns varying by batch and manufacturing origin.
79 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.2
/10
The r/fragrance community views Montblanc Explorer as a solid, affordable alternative that shares the fresh citrus DNA of Aventus but is distinctly different, particularly in the drydown. While praised for value, consistency, and wearability, it's criticized for being overly linear and ambroxan-heavy compared to Aventus's complexity, making it a good standalone fragrance rather than a true clone.