Awaiting the arrival of a rare gem. Stetson Stratoliner with a Xmas themed box. Seller claims its color gray with very light mint green tones. The price was no option as I would consider this the 'Holy Grail' of Strats (only one I own!).
A recent acquisition and my contribution to the 'Homburg Nation' thread. This piece's back story is that it belonged to the owner of the Indy 500. It is said he brought back car racing after WW II in 1945. His signature: "Anton 'Tony' Hulman, Jr." (1901-1977). The felt is like clay and is simply...
Thanks Brent! I appreciate the kind gesture! I learn a bunch from you and the fellow hatters! If my noggin was smaller I'd prolly have too many more! :) Since I cannot afford to collect vintage cars, vintage hats are the next sweet addictions! :D
Finally! A 40s Whippet in a rare size that fits my noggin! Am I stoked? Oh yeah! It has been steamed, shaped and refreshed...The brim is 2 3/4 on this piece. As an aside, I have read where brim sizes vary between 2 1/2 and 2 3/4.
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