Where in Texas are you? If you are close by and want to drop it off, Paris Hatters in San Antonio will put a new one in for about $25.00. If you are not near San Antonio and don't mind shipping it, most of the custom hatters on the lounge will install one for you. They will do a much better job too.
I agree with Jared's explanation. I would add that if you were considering paying that much for a hat, have a custom made from one of the great custom hatters here on the lounge instead. You can get a 100% beaver hat that fits like a glove for less than $400.00 if you go the custom route.
I'd...
I can't figure out how to post a link to it with this iPad but Stetson has a new picture on their Facebook page of the inside of a new hat. The liner and light colored sweatband is beautiful! I really like what I'm seeing from Stetson these days. I hope all these new hats are a big hit for them.
I also agree with Tom. It needs something. Horse hair bands can be a nice addition and easily swapped out. Below is a link to a store on EBay that sells some very nice horse hair bands. I've bought several from them and they have all been very well made. I prefer the ones without tassels for my...
Here is their grading system. I really don't know for sure. Too me, it looks like a tighter weave than their Sub Fino.
http://www.panamahatsdirect.com/grades.htm
Here is a Panama hat from Panama Hats Direct. It has never been worn, has a 2 1/2" brim, 1 3/8" black grosgrain ribbon and a leather sweatband. It does not have a size tag but the opening measures 7 3/4" x 6 1/2". That would make it about a 7 1/8. It is way too small for me so I'm selling it. I...
Looks like all you need to do is turn the front brim down some more. You can use steam on a bound brim but my Stylemaster brim doesn't need steam. It snaps up and down very easily. In the picture you are only trying to turn down the very front of the brim. Start about mid hat and turn the front...
The Mink is a very cool color. It is a rich, dark chocolate color. The felt is very nice and soft. Only a little steam was needed to hold the crease in place.
I guess I'm going to have to order a Caribou too now that color is being made. These things could break me if they come out with too...
Gargs, that looks like a new Cattleman. Same tag and tip sticker as mine that I bought about 2 years ago. You still made a good deal. Congratulations.
Alexander, the BP looks good on you. I've never owned one of those but might have to give one a try. I'm not familiar with the fish skin band...
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