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Western, anyone?
Wonder how much is in the hatband??? http://www.cowboysindians.com/Cowboys-Indians/June-2014/Open-Range-C-Is-Cave-Creek-Topper/ -
Akubra Overload
I have the Glen Grey which is between the Moonstone & the Carbon Grey in darkness. I've never bothered with Carbon Grey in any style due to comments here about it being so dark & close to black. I have Fed4, Bushmann, & Deluxe Campdraft in Moonstone. My Glen Grey Imperial Campdraft has been... -
FS: Aero 30's Half Belt Brown Front Quarter Horsehide Size 44 - $750.00
Cool. FQHH or something lighter due to the buttons?- gtdean48
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- Forum: Classifieds
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FS: Aero 30's Half Belt Brown Front Quarter Horsehide Size 44 - $750.00
What are you thinking of custom ordering Bill? If I hadn't just sent my 50's HB in for re-line & zipper replacement, I'd be all over this...my timing stinks lately...- gtdean48
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- Forum: Classifieds
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Stetson Stratoliner Milan {modern}
REALLY like the re-block to lift the crown & mid-ribbon customization Cuz. What's the block number? -
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The Stratoliner Association {Premiere}
More about the Premiere Strat here TR = http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?72165-Open-Crown-Stetsons-A-Call-(Plea)-to-Retailers!! -
Ask a question, get an answer
Another thing to try is talcum powder. Rub some it on the stain, let sit for a while then brush out. The talc will lift some of the particles out with it.... -
Ask a question, get an answer
Standard answer = depends....most of time a good rinse with distilled water will get the dirt & salt out. Cleaning the ribbon hatband is another challenge. More stubborn marks need naptha bath... -
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Not aware of a male/female hat size difference like with shoes, just the bow on the other side of the crown.... -
Akubra styles for Women
Nicole Kidman wore one is Australia but it was probably tweaked by the costumer... -
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DEATHS ; Notable Passings; The Thread to Pay Last Respects
DAMN! http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/chi-bob-hoskins-dead-20140430,0,4714108.story- gtdean48
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- Forum: The Moving Picture
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Softening an Akubra Federation IV
There was a video of somebody really working over an Akubra or a custom Indy hat...I know guys that have gotten open crowned Campdrafts & really worked them over before creasing & shaping as desired. That felt is some tough stuff.... -
Softening an Akubra Federation IV
Get a spray bottle, fill with distilled water, soak the Fed4, then work with your hands like kneading dough. Push the crown down then push it back up....roll the brim up towards the crown & then do it the other way. Put it in the shape you want & let it dry slowly preferably on your noggin . JMHO -
Re-shaping the brim on a Snowy River
You'll get some stiffness out, not all, none of mine are close to being floppy, just more pliable -
Re-shaping the brim on a Snowy River
To soften up the brim, I use a 50-50 mixture of distilled water & rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle, really soak the brim then work it with your hands. Next, I take a steam iron & handkerchief & iron it with lots of steam. The alcohol will break down some of the shellac & get the brim more... -
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Stetson Dune Western Adventure Fedora, 7 1/2 Indiana Jones NIB
At least you didn't mention "Mad Men"....:eeek:- gtdean48
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- Forum: Classifieds
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Stetson Dune Western Adventure Fedora, 7 1/2 Indiana Jones NIB
EBay is one thing but tagging Dr Jones around the Lounge with a more OR style lid is not a way to entice a buyer....- gtdean48
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- Forum: Classifieds
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Stetson Dune Western Adventure Fedora, 7 1/2 Indiana Jones NIB
Nice lid but why make the IJ reference?- gtdean48
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- Forum: Classifieds
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