A favorite WWI era Stetson clear nutria. This hat was in excellent condition when I received it, but the wide black ribbon (not sure if original) was hanging by a thread. I removed it and added this narrow horsehair band. The Fray sweatband is remarkable... supple and strong as if it has another...
My thought was comparing your new hat with Wyldkarma's above. A decade or so later than yours but also marked Rutenio presents a much warmer neutral tone. My sense of Rutenio is of a more metallic silver gray as in your photos.
Thanks very much for your note... it is self shot taken with the new iPhone 13 pro - the normal lens, not the front facing selfie lens I believe.
And agree with your assessment. The new merino is very satisfying and easy to wear.
Thank you for the notes... much appreciated. Josh did a wonderful write-up on this company a decade ago. I think I've added four hats overall to the thread over the years - a soft hat, a derby, a boater, and another straw that may have been a woman's style. Perhaps their company mission to come...
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