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  1. M Hatman

    French Hats and makers.

    French cardboard counter card, circa 1940 or so......
  2. M Hatman

    Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest

    I just MUST say.....I like EVERYTHING about that hat......well.....except the size....would have been off the meter if it was a 7 1/2LO or a 7 5/8!!!!;)
  3. M Hatman

    HATTERS, CLEANERS, AND DYERS!!!!!

    And now with some 6 pages and over a hundred posts....time to restate the purpose of this thread....Just in case people missed the first post and introduction to this thread. "Here is a thread dedicated to OUR (ones you collect and OWN) business cards, ads, photo's and associated ephemera of...
  4. M Hatman

    HATTERS, CLEANERS, AND DYERS!!!!!

    Looks like you made a nice score!!! Good variety!!!! Looks like some may have the matches in them? I have quite a few myself and I like them best when complete....especially with the illustrated/branded matches. PLEASE let me know if you would cut loose of that Freeport, Illinois...
  5. M Hatman

    Stetson Exposition Medals

    And this as well.......................................
  6. M Hatman

    Stetson Exposition Medals

    Realized this needs to be here too.....August 1915.
  7. M Hatman

    The STETSON WAY, Advertising and ephemera of the Golden Era

    Stetson "Sabre Edge SKYRIDER" postmarked 1956...... More on this postcard here: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/hatters-cleaners-and-dyers.99090/page-5#post-2665122
  8. M Hatman

    HATTERS, CLEANERS, AND DYERS!!!!!

    Post Marked March 5th,1956. Postcard for the Stetson Sabre Edge SKYRIDER. Hand written address with inscription as follows: "We have a beautiful selection of spring and summer suits sport coats. slacks sport and dress shirts. Hats Etc. for your inspection Please come see me. A C Halcoeuh" .
  9. M Hatman

    Show us their hats!

    I actually have a few hats I have creased like that. Gives more room in the crown for my big head. Tends to work well with tapered crowns, and those a bit shorter..... I don't like the crowns sitting on my head. I have noticed this crease more than a few times in movies of all periods and...
  10. M Hatman

    Stetson Sweat Stamps/ LOT XXXX

    Good advice, Moon also suggested a dental mirror specifically.....which DO work well. I have an early Stetson St Regis that says the same thing.......sigh and all....with perhaps a few tears of mine that fell on it (after the cursing of course).:eek::rolleyes::(:(:(:(;)
  11. M Hatman

    Post New Hats Here!

    Looks great on you!!!!! What an awesome score!!!! Congrats!!!!
  12. M Hatman

    What hat are you waiting for today?

    There are several "model" threads, and some for style and date range (like pre-40's western or dress hats). Your best bet is to look for catalog listings. I started a Stetson ephemera thread that may be of help here, best to view in gallery...
  13. M Hatman

    HATTERS, CLEANERS, AND DYERS!!!!!

    Circa 1935.....Love these matchbooks with the illustrated matches!!!
  14. M Hatman

    What hat are you waiting for today?

    Looks like you maybe scored a Kingston, a forerunner to the Open Road. I do believe I have seen them offered in Standard Quality.....GREAT SCORE!!!!!
  15. M Hatman

    What hat are you waiting for today?

    True or not....THANK YOU!!!! THAT is what I wanted to hear!!!!;):D:D:D:D:)
  16. M Hatman

    Post New Hats Here!

    Shame about the Grand Central's ribbon.....I love mine....I got lucky and both of mine had 2 1/2 brims....
  17. M Hatman

    Post New Hats Here!

    LOL:D:D:D:D
  18. M Hatman

    Post New Hats Here!

    Well there is always: First, find a mule. Second, stand behind said mule. Third, slap the mule on the ass (pun intended). You will find out about a mule kick real fast!!!:eek::rolleyes:;) Then there is always Stefans answer, as regarding hat creases.......
  19. M Hatman

    What hat are you waiting for today?

    Glad someone here got it. I have been wanting such a Portis for a long time, they were from Illinois. I had a heads up on it (from a fellow lounger) and almost purchased it...but with the Illinois Lock-down business is hurting and I have to be a responsible adult.....damb it.......I fear we may...
  20. M Hatman

    What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

    Well that is a great combo too!!!!!

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