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The Hat From "There Will Be Blood"?
I have made two changes to my hat since it arrived and I am happy with both. I put a small bash on the rear of the crown to disrupt the sloping dome line in profile (it looks a bit more vertical now). And I also used my steaming iron to put an ever so slight dent on the right side of the hat... -
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The Hat From "There Will Be Blood"?
I came across an interview with costume designer Mark Bridges, for the film There Will Be Blood where he discussed the famous hat worn by Daniel Day Lewis. Lewis was the one who picked out the hat, not Bridges. Lewis selected three vintage hats that a local costume rental company had in stock... -
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Ask a question, get an answer
But you probably like it because you think it looks good... I guess you mean you don't care how it looks to others. Well... Sometimes I think something looks great, but then after some time passes I'm not so sure. A good example is car shows. I don't know how many times I've been impressed... -
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Flattening Brim & Stitching Sweatband?
Yes, definitely less than a centimeter in size change, although if i have the brim flanged up like the DDL hat, my perceived brim width will likely decline from what it is now. I think I'll be sending it back for modifications. Anyone can see how it differs from the DDL hat (rides higher, brim... -
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Ask a question, get an answer
Thanks. Yes, I think I'll be sending it back for modifications. Anyone can see how it differs from the DDL hat (rides higher, brim needs more flange), but I'm still hoping I'll find a designer here who will give me a yea or nay on whether or not those modifications will look better on me. At... -
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Ask a question, get an answer
Yeah, I'm not going to do it myself. It'll be no cost (except shipping) to send it back to Watson's, assuming he can do what I want. Your advice is appreciated, as always. I started another thread on this in the main section that has additional questions. -
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Flattening Brim & Stitching Sweatband?
Yes, the hat sits higher, and the brim doesn't have the same flange as the DDL hat. I like that the hat stays on my head in the wind and if I go a smidge too big, it wont'. Right now I would say that I am happy with how it feels, but I'm wondering if the overall look can be improved. I'm happy... -
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Flattening Brim & Stitching Sweatband?
So is there no fixing this? If I sent the hat back with all the attached pictures, do you think I could stretch the hat and get the brim and fit I want, or is the die already cast? -
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Flattening Brim & Stitching Sweatband?
I think Watson's missed the mark on the brim by quite a bit. I wasn't looking for an exact replica. We discussed what we were changing from the Plainview, but I didn't tell him I wanted a different brim. I still like the hat, but I wish I could see it with the right brim. And i wish it could be... -
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Flattening Brim & Stitching Sweatband?
Sorry for double-posting but I wasn’t getting any action on the “Ask a Question” thread... How do I flatten my brim? The brim of my hat is supposed to be the same the whole way around—an upward flange that isn’t higher on the side or lower in the front. The hat stretched a smidge yesterday... -
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How many custom hat shops are left?
I hear ya, but when I went to Watson's I ended up picking a color and a band that I never woudl have over the phone. I also came close to buying a second hat, and I have a good idea of what I want from that hat. I can tell what clothes will work on me and I can order them without being in the... -
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How do I stretch my hat?
After talking with the maker, this is the what I'll try. -
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How many custom hat shops are left?
You are right that the west coast is blessed with many good shops. Gannon looks especially good. But it's just too far. Looks like Tatton Baird so far... -
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How many custom hat shops are left?
I sent you a conversation message, but maybe this thread contains what I need to know. I'm ready to buy another hat. Chicago to Utah is about as far as I'm willing to fly for a two day trip. I've already spoken to Tatton Baird and so they are on my list. If you draw a line around and map... -
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How do I stretch my hat?
I am wearing the hat as I work and I have it pulled down as tight as it can go (not comfortable!). Will this stretch the hat, or will it just immediately shrink back? P.S. suitedcboy, there are no gaps anywhere. It seems to conform to my head evenly all the way around. -
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How do I stretch my hat?
I have not talked to the maker yet. I'm a little torn about whether I should have it stretched or not. I have three expensive hats. Two are off-the-shelf from Optimo in Chicago, one is a fedora the other a Panama. I would say the Panama fits best. It feels comfortable and does not leave a mark... -
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How do I stretch my hat?
I have just received shipment of a custom hat, and my only complaint is that it is a touch too tight. The store that made the hat is a two hour flight away. The only hat maker I know in Chicago won't touch hats that weren't purchased at his store. There's a western store in Chicago, and I could... -
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I always find out about sales about two years late.- jdouglasj
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To shellac or not to shellac...?
Now another question about stiff hats. What happens when they get wet? I don't worry about getting my soft Optimo wet. Shake it off and it's fine. But I notice that hat dealers sell plastic coverings to go on stop of some cowboy hats so you can wear them in the rain. I've seen cops in my time... -
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To shellac or not to shellac...?
When I watch old movies I can instantly see the difference in softness with a vintage hat. The softness doesn't make the hat feel any better in my opinion, it just looks better. Had I not asked for an asymmetrical pinch (or dents or whatever they are called), I would not be terribly pleased with...
