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Wow! That's really quite a lovely early bowler. I'm a size 7 too ;) -
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Well there was a wide ribbon hat in the late 30's in the "air light" line of felts that was also called the Open Road. But the classic thin ribbon model which everyone knows as the OR should have binding. -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
We'll let you slide with a warning, Terry. ;) Sweet campdrafts, gents. Just goes to show the versatility of that hat. -
Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest
Nice one Tommy! I'm pretty sure that I got good prices on my Borso Torino and Dobbs Gay Prince because the seller photos were so bad. -
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Stetson Surplus
The new hemp Stratoliner is sized S-M-L, which is a bit annoying, but I wouldn't do so far to say Stetson has fallen. They've been steadily picking themselves up this year as far as I'm concerned. Very pleased with my Premiere Stratoliner. Have yet to get my hands on the new excellent quality... -
Stetson Surplus
I like what you've done with the ribbon. Hard to beat those vintage Milans too. -
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I like the runabout myself. Hats in the Belfry has them on sale, fyi: http://www.hatsinthebelfry.com/product/stetson-runabout-0522.html -
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Life wisdom from Star Trek DS9's Odo: "Being an outsider isn't so bad. It gives one a unique perspective. It's a pity you've forgotten that." -
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As a general rule, I find it unwise to make judgements based on second-hand statements. But it's all relative. The folks on StyleForum are "out of place," to you, no? -
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Shrinkage and tapering of the crown. The worst modern offenders seems to be Christy's hats, which aren't particularly dense, and it was speculated that they were dry blocked. Although Hatco/Stetson has cleaned up their act as of late, there was a period of time where they used powder dye in... -
I Rather Like How This Hat Looks. Where Might One Find a New Hat Like This?
It's in the Fall 2015 line, most of which hasn't hit retailers yet, but it's on page 6 of the catalog: http://www.hat-co.com/perch//resources/fall-2015-stetson-dress-2.pd The Dobbs Game Bird was also a similar looking hat from the time period in certain iterations. -
I Rather Like How This Hat Looks. Where Might One Find a New Hat Like This?
Stetson is actually doing a Gun Club reissue for the 150th, but it's the 60's long hair version. -
Best Crushable Hats
I'm really interested in the Stetson Runabout, and Runabout Pro..although someone here mentioned that they didn't like water? I can live with it not being a rain hat, the main thing that's keeping me away is the S-M-L sizing. -
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Best Crushable Hats
Fur felts? I've got a vintage Resistol which is nicely done, kitten finish too. -
Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest
That's an excellent deal for a Strat of that age/condition/size. Congrats! -
Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
+1 on the welted edge. -
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Memphis Musical Fedora
Of course, then again, this is pretty darn close: http://jj-hat-center.myshopify.com/collections/clearance/products/the-milan-center-crease-by-biltmore-in-black Brim is a bit wider, but I reckon that's the best match for you. I'd advise you not to mash the front crease like that however.
