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  1. jlee562

    an idea I've been tossing around ... your thoughts?

    Moon, you'd be FAR better suited for the task than any of the folks I've seen on youtube trying to talk hats.
  2. jlee562

    What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

    Stefan, the Hückel gets my vote! I'm cheating, because this was yesterday, but Terry's OR nudged me. Out and about at the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass fest in Golden Gate Park. 3x OR, late 40's-early 50's, embroidered last drop liner.
  3. jlee562

    Hat Wearing pre-1960 vs. 2017

    I'm somewhat versed in the CalExit campaign and I'm totally lost on the point. IMHO, the rise of "fast fashion" and the steady growth of post war consumerism are also factors in hat wearing. A quality fur felt hat, is a relatively expensive item, and seemingly regarded more as an accessory...
  4. jlee562

    What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

    Pardon my "oh, the self timer is about to go off" facial expression. Stetson Fortune and Glory, slight Hollywood brim dip after some months of handling. Hands down the nicest Hatco Stetson that I own.
  5. jlee562

    Optimo south side mobsters

    New colors are up on the site now. Predictably, the one I really want is Gunsmoke, in the 1000 range, which is really more than I can personally justify for a hat....or at least that's what I keep telling myself for now.
  7. jlee562

    Ask a question, get an answer

    FEPSA also uses wild furs, at least as far as the felt they produce for Optimo goes.
  8. jlee562

    STETSON STAPLE STYLES with prices c. 1920's

    Amazing!
  9. jlee562

    Ask a question, get an answer

    I think don't buy any hat that's actually made of leather, but, you know, different strokes.
  10. jlee562

    Ask a question, get an answer

    So the maker is Lagomarsino, which is apparently an Argetine brand. Although it doesn't appear in their online catalog unfortunately: https://www.lagomarsino1891.com/catalogo-sombreros
  11. jlee562

    Ask a question, get an answer

    I'll check the maker's name when I get home...they had to have been doing some good amount of volume, because this one has an embossment on the sweat for my local hat store (which is no longer in business, I bought this one during their closing sale).
  13. jlee562

    " The Great British Hat Makers "

    I believe that would qualify as a Lord's Hat.
  14. jlee562

    Playboys on Parade!

    I've also been enjoying my unlined Playboy, ca. 50's. It's a good hat for this change in seasons. I don't understand why Hatco never really resurrected this hat in a proper fashion. I assume it's a trademark issue?
  15. jlee562

    DEATHS ; Notable Passings; The Thread to Pay Last Respects

    Man, Bobby Heenan was a comedic genius in his own right, and it's a shame that his talent wasn't widely recognized outside the wrestling industry.
  16. jlee562

    Optimo south side mobsters

    For as much as I said I wasn't gonna pay for another new Optimo, I'm anxiously awaiting the 2018 colors. :p
  17. jlee562

    What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

    50's Playboy, maybe not the appropriate headwear for the chair? :cool:
  19. jlee562

    Looking for hat information?

    Since you mentioned the Stratoliner earlier, also check out the Stetson Open Road, almost identical styling, but not as in demand as a coveted vintage Stratoliner. Older Open Roads are all over eBay, as are a multitude of look-a-likes. Also, if you go the eBay route, I would also suggest...
  20. jlee562

    Looking for hat information?

    Caveats abound to blanket statements about vintage items, but generally speaking the quality of the felt was higher back then. Prior to say, the late 50's early 60's, most hats were sold "open crown," that is, they looked like a dome when you got them, unshaped. The haberdasher and wearer...
  21. jlee562

    Looking for hat information?

    In defense of "off the rack" hats... We're all kind of hat snobs here. My comment about the "rough" finish on Akubras? Most folks won't notice a difference, unless they themselves are a serious hat wearer. I've got a Premiere Stratoliner from Stetson. Nice hat. Not the Cadillac of hats...
  22. jlee562

    Looking for hat information?

    If you buy a Stetson, I would highly recommend doing so through a reputable hat shop such as JJ Hat Center, Delmonico Hatters, Bencraft Hatters, Meyer The Hatter, etc. Hatco quality is hit or miss. With Stetson, you're paying more for the brand name than anything else. Akubras are well made...
  23. jlee562

    Ask a question, get an answer

    Well, I wouldn't buy the cheap one, because from the online photos the quality of the felt looks not great. Nor would I spend that much money for a rabbit felt version of a Strat, pin or no pin. If you insist on throwing money at Stetson for having the Stetson name (which, believe me, I've...
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