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Unless you're looking at an open crown hat, the height refers to the creased height. More pedantically, there is no such thing as an "unbashed" or "uncreased" height on a hat which has a blocked in crease. -
Looking for hat information?
As somebody who wasn't really satisfied until I got my Optimo Dillinger, I definitely sympathize with you. If the Optimo piques you, I'm sure you won't regret the purchase. -
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If you don't mind spending the cash for an Optimo, you will not be disappointed in the end result, especially if you take the time for an in person visit. All their components are top notch. Their consistency of the dye colors in particular is one of Optimo's strengths, IMHO, as well as some of... -
What is this hat?
Looks like an OR to me. Compare to this pic from Hatwrks: https://www.hatwrks.com/products/stetson-royal-open-road?variant=21057130759 -
Dobbs "Gay Blade"
Mr. Bowers would be the definitive judge. Unless the pictures are deceiving me, I see a clear plastic covering over the liner. IIRC, these are more common in 60's hats, and maybe started showing up in the late 50's. Earlier hats typically would have an oilskin covering over the top part of the... -
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Dobbs "Gay Blade"
It's worth what somebody will pay for it. In all seriousness, a nice, fresh, vintage hats can net you a coupla hundred bucks if you find the right buyer. A lot of hats don't sell for that much. The size and condition of your hat are unknown to us, therefore it is impossible to give you any... -
Boss of the Plains?
Don't even get me started on the current "Boss of the Plains." http://www.stetson.com/store/boss-of-the-plains-1.html -
Boss of the Plains?
No personal experience, no. Apparently they made some hats for Hell On Wheels, a show I really enjoyed though. -
Boss of the Plains?
Last Best West advertises a 4" crown, 4" brim version. https://thelastbestwest.com/shop/cowboy-hats/dress-hats/boss-of-the-town-hat/ I picked up Knudsen's version a few months ago, which they advertise as 4 1/4" tall. It's a nice hat to have in the rotation. http://www.knudsenhats.com/bop.html -
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Well, unless the wool felt hat has been treated with something I'd keep it out of the rain. A good quality fur felt should be fine. I usually grab a western hat for rain and skip the umbrella. -
The Stetson One-Hundred "100"
Ya know, what we need is somebody who is good with a 3d printer. Making repro supports that way would be super easy. -
Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest
6 7/8 #52 block for display and working out old creases in size 7 hats... https://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-WOODEN-HAT-MOLD-MILLINERY-WOOD-HAT-FORM-FEDORA-6-6-7-8-52/282817961498 Also the only bidder on this flange for a future refurb project... -
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Every facet of Optimo's operation is top notch. Tiffani is a gem and really knows her stuff. Their felts are sourced from wild furs and processed by FEPSA in Portugal. Other makers also source from FEPSA, but Optimo gets exclusive color runs. And their colors are gorgeous. I'm currently coveting... -
Source of James Spader's hats {The Blacklist}
He puts them on Facebook -
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Christy's of London
Christy's did have a reputation for being somewhat averse to moisture (as in, would shrink if hit by rain). I own an Adventurer, which has a nice color, blockshape, and well-done finishing. The tacking stitches are fairly obvious, but on par for modern production hats. I've never dared get it... -
Looking for hat information?
Are you 7 1/4 or 7 1/2? https://unionmadegoods.com/product/levis-vintage-clothing-limited-edition-stetson-x-lvc-dakota-hat-in-silversand/ -
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Western, anyone?
That's hilarious. I didn't go to the store because I knew where it was and knew parking was going to be a mess! :D -
Adventurebilt hats status update (read if you have an outstanding order)
Lovely! Would you be willing to pass along the info for Steve's sister? I threw some money into the AB black hole around 2009 but never got a hat.
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