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Ok, do hat-wearers have other common characteristics?
I think the answer to the original question is - there is absolutely no correlation between hat wearing and other characteristics, except 'having style.' lol One thing I've learned over the years is, it's impossible to conjure a stereotypical fedora wearer. Hats are what we all have in...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #22
- Forum: The Observation Bar
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOMBURG!
Wiki gets it close, except that the crown of a homburg is often soft, not stiff. Anyhow, I can see where the Wilhelm might cause some bad feelings, but Tutt is right. The actual 'burg is on King Eddie's head. :p Vive la Homburg!- Not-Bogart13
- Post #6
- Forum: Hats
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What to wear with a fedora....
I get called on my insistence about a collared shirt often. It's a personal hang-up of mine, and I know it. Adding a vest or overshirt to a t-shirt makes me happy, though. I do find that smaller brims make for more casual hats, especially straws. But if anyone ever thinks that an outfit is...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #24
- Forum: Hats
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Homburg Nation
A capitol suggestion my dear man! Here, here! :beer: (now I need an excuse to wear a homburg on Saturday)- Not-Bogart13
- Post #179
- Forum: Hats
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Hats in the rain, do they bleed so to speak?
Acorn... that's good. You have the two essential hats every man needs; one gray, one brown. :D Now, get yer butt over to Ebay and find you some vintage!!! (Unless you're a 7 1/2. Then, please don't. :o )- Not-Bogart13
- Post #31
- Forum: Hats
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What to wear with a fedora....
Some guys can pull of unexpected style using clothes that you would not think could look good. Style is a very individual thing. There are safe bets to get one started, but don't be afraid to experiment. Follow your personality and consider the specific hat. djgo's selection I could see...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #20
- Forum: Hats
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Hats for you: More for function or fashion?
Certainly, fashion choice plays a role in wearing hats, and all brimmed hats have function. But we all have different priorities and wear hats for different reasons. I got into hats because I liked the look, but I discovered the functionality along the way. I won't wear a hat I don't like...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #2
- Forum: Hats
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Hats in the rain, do they bleed so to speak?
So far I have had several modern Stetsons and Akubras, and I can say from my own experience that a Stetson will survive fairly well as long as it doesn't spend most of it's time in the rain. We all get caught in the unexpected downpour, and light rains. The hat won't melt. The main thing you...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #13
- Forum: Hats
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What to wear with a fedora....
I have one key suggestion for you; leather jackets. A bomber, especially. Wear that with any shirt that has a collar. Or a blazer, like tweed or even cotton. Not my favorite look, but for the younger guys it helps bridge the gap. Jeans are fine, even with non-white sneakers... or is it...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #12
- Forum: Hats
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if you don't like the Fed IV....
I have had several Fed III's but I have only seen the Fed IV's of others. I think one of the changes was to give a less dramatic curl/snap to the IV so that it could be more easily turned into an Indiana Jones hat. It does still have snap, it's just a somewhat flatter flange shape is all. I...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #22
- Forum: Hats
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Name that hat!
Well, we've discussed this elsewhere. If you recognize my mug, you know my opinion. ;) (I won't say it, though, to avoid contaminating other possible ideas).- Not-Bogart13
- Post #3
- Forum: Hats
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Airport Security
Sounds like the bag is a good solution, and easy to manage. As for the methods of security; I'd prefer the x-ray to human examinations for two reasons; 1. The human eye can miss things that the machine won't. I would feel safer knowing that a better knowledge of hats won't allow anyone to...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #4
- Forum: Hats
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Can't help it, I like how I look in a felt hat
Scotty, if only we all could be like that. "Some brow mopping on occasion" describes my hat wearing life in WINTER! lol Everybody loves to charge forth in the name of what they love... in this case hats. But a word to the wise; if you dare to wear your felt in the heat, first try it...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #8
- Forum: Hats
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Seasons for your hats
I would say that everybody is different in terms of what they can deal with. Sure, felt is worn in Australian outback and working in the desert. But it's a tool in those places on a level that the average wearer does not need. Comfort should rule your decision. You're not doing yourself...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #11
- Forum: Hats
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Dimensional brims
lol Sometimes a little bit of knowledge only serves to reveal ignorance. :eusa_doh:- Not-Bogart13
- Post #26
- Forum: Hats
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Bush Jackets
It's actually a replica of an American military jacket from the 40's or 50's (I keep forgetting which). As bush jackets go... it's a bush jacket. lol Just as functional as any other, but appealing to a slightly newer vintage taste, I guess. Mine is quite satisfactory, though I'd rather have...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #167
- Forum: The Great Outdoors
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Art Fawcett VS Hall of Fame
I like the feather! It brightens up the dark lid nicely.- Not-Bogart13
- Post #1,593
- Forum: Hats
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Quick Stick Hat Rack
I've had to do that a few times. Unless it's insanely cold and the ride is short, I get too warm. :(- Not-Bogart13
- Post #11
- Forum: Hats
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Help a guy out - what's a good Akubra?
Now that's a cool lid! Well, even though the CD is technically a country hat, I understand what you're seeing. I have a feeling that a leather hatband will make you feel more at home. In that case, the Lawson is probably an excellent choice.- Not-Bogart13
- Post #36
- Forum: Hats
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Dimensional brims
I think in terms of vintage hats, it's very uncommon. But I have seen ads from the 30's for the typical, so-called Indy cut. I have also seen a couple of actual vintage lids with this feature. So it wasn't pioneered by Indy any more than the center dent was. I think it's more about...- Not-Bogart13
- Post #20
- Forum: Hats
