Mike, Bob and myself were brainstorming about the idea and we wanted to know if it could be done (the hide is heavy and likes to fall down on top of the head). Was more for aesthetics than anything else. I think it turned out nicely.
Specs:
5 3/4" crown on a 52 block for a size 6 7/8
2 3/8" brim
2 1/4" vintage ribbon
Early 20th century gold foil initials
Stingray hide crown liner
Draw string chord at the back of the sweat to hang the hat
Vintage stick pin
Vintage wind trolley with button (taken from an early boater)...
Here is a candidate for genuine "Bison" felt back in the 20's:
http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?54314-Black-Sheep-Hat-Works&p=1800040&viewfull=1#post1800040
I purchased this beautiful vintage balibuntal hood in its original bamboo tube from Rick Blaine in March. The plan was to use a traditional Optimo crown block and hope for a 2 3/8" brim with my size 7 noggin. Upon sending it to Optimo I was informed by Graham that the hood would block out much...
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