I tried to wear that one out a few times and even with ample padding there would be times where I would turn my head one way and the hat wouldnt turn with me. I was very happy to see one in my actual size pop up.
Came to me as a two pack of old bowlers this was the one I was really interested in but unfortunately for me it ended up being 3 sizes too large for me.
Vented Stetson Bowler 7 3/8 $35 shipped
Great overall condition, does have a couple of dents in the crown that could be eased back into...
Went for this one at the last second. I love me a blue hat, and i've been looking for a replacement ever since I parted ways with a similar but far too big stratoliner in an identical robins egg blue.
My stitch work needs improvement but i've done it for several hats with great success in terms of making a hat wearable with the original sweat.
You have to make it a bit more visible on the sweatband in terms of anchoring the stitch, but its a minor concession to make to be able to not have to...
Thank you very kindly gents, this one really was a holy grail hat for me.
Scott, it measured at just about 7 3/8 inches tall. Definitely the tallest crown in my collection.
F. Jean Fcant du Chapeaux
38 Rue Temple, Paris
Dont know too much about the company, it's french made. I did find reference to the company in the trade exposition listing dating to 1867. Amazing condition for the age, the sweatband could even be easily re-attached its still very pliable...
Thank you very kindly! Just the sellers very brief info. This one will actually be shipping from a city only an hour or two away from so it should arrive before the end of the week. I'll post more pictures when it arrives in the next couple days.
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