Echter Borsalino "Qualità Superiore", possibly later 1930s. The Mélange felt finish is similar to Velour Soleil so shows a high amount of gloss and is very pliable. The mix of colors from a distance look Stone Gray like. I was very lucky to find this Soft Felt back in 2021.
TONAK - Formerly Hückel "Zephyr" "Seal Velour" possibly later 1940s and shortly after J. Hückel´s Söhne / JHS was nationalized as TONAK. The "Zephyr" "Seal Velour" is still approaches the high level of JHS and was made for the American market. I found this Velour back in 2013...
Stefan, Thank you! As usual a fantastic array of Soft Felts for you this week! My strongest attraction is to the brim up Carl Blum Austrian Velour. A super example!
Tonak "Brillant" "бриллиант", possibly early to mid 1950s. The condition of the light colored Velour is excellent along with the all the components. The Velour felt is very pliable and easily dry creases. The liner is really special along with the Russified Tonak mark. This hat was made for...
J. Hückel´s Söhne / Jaques Mayer "Standard", possibly later 1920s. Gary @The Shoe asked about this hat last weekend so I told him I would wear it this week. :) This special Soft Felt was custom made for a customer of Jacques Mayer Hutfabrik, Bratislava. I was very lucky to find it back in...
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.