I don't know that there is a Collins & Fairbanks thread, so I am putting this new beauty here in the official homburg thread. :) The C&F hat company was located at 400 Washington St. in Boston, MA, so it has a different character than a typical Fifth Ave. hat of the same era. Haven't been able...
I bought this Collins & Fairbanks through eBay from another 'Lounger, Purplesage. He originally got it from miamibruno. Thanks for keeping it in great condition guys!! Steamed, brushed, and creased. Will post more pics in other threads...
It feels like I've only been gone from this thread for a few days, but WOW, I guess time flies. You guys have been showing off some incredible hats!! Eric, it's great to see your posts again! :thumb: To the newbies, welcome. :)
This is a Royal Stetson that I got from Robert about a month...
Awesome, m0nk!! The underwent brim is a treat. I just re-flanged my FPH to show the welt a little more. Glad they arrived in good order. I'm sure you were in awe when you opened the box. :thumb:
Nice work, Parker!
Alan, David, Manfred, and Jeff...
Super field shots!! I really like 1880's Town; looks like a lot of fun. This is such a great thread; lots of great stories to go with great hats. And it's nice to saddle up next to a fellow 'lounger and enjoy their travels.
Thanks so much for sharing...
I would imagine so. All hats are blocked to a particular shape, but they can be re-blocked to another, so long as the felt is of good quality and durable. A beaver felt should stretch and mold to a new block nicely. I would send it to a custom hatter and have it blocked. Parker Melvin of...
I had some maintenance done on my VW today. My shop has a red '97 Porsche 993 for sale; it belongs to my mechanic. He always has new cars that he enhances with mods and then sells.
Representing Deutschland!!
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