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Hat Conversions and Refurbs by John Galt
Damn it, man, I'm a HAT doctor, not a fictional character! -
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Thanks HS. It's good to be back. That's a beauty of a machine! Nice hat too! -
parbuntal straw hats
You scored! One of the great straw hat bodies. I like them better than the best Panamas I've owned. Very light weight and strong. Quite rare to find an old one. They are quite desirable, so research before you have it re-blocked or sell it. Tesoro's was a store in the Philippines, which is... -
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Hats! Seriously, it could be used for a cowboy hat, or a woman's summer hat or derby hat. At size 7 3/8, and with a 5 inch brim, I'll guess that his particular flange was probably used to make Tom Mix hats back in the day. If it was size 8, I'd guess it was used for to make hats for Dan... -
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Western, anyone?
Reminds me of Christopher Walken on Saturday Night Live. More Brim!!! http://youtu.be/1UXHiPWrZxg -
Western, anyone?
Thanks TJ, I guess it's about time I come to my senses, I've been out riding fences for so long. -
Western, anyone?
Here's one of my favorites, which I just posted in WHAYWT, a suede Bailey U-Rollit. I bought it on eBay thinking it was misdescribed. I didn't like it until I put the snakeskin band on, but now it's one of my favorites. Makes me feel like wrestling gators. -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
Wearing an old leather Bailey U-Rollit today with an add-on snakeskin hat band from TopHatters. I thought it was too much at first, but it's become one of my favorite westerns. I think this is only the second time you've been forced to see my ugly mug. -
Hat Conversions and Refurbs by John Galt
That's nice to say, TJ, but honestly, that ribbon work is all you. You've got a knack, my friend. -
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Hat Conversions and Refurbs by John Galt
Blackthorne, I actually made the hat box from a very old cheese box. I sanded & stained it, put a new bottom on it, sealed it with silicone to keep moths out, and put the false bottom in for the same reason. I am glad you like it - it was a labor of love, and should keep your hat safe for many... -
Hat Conversions and Refurbs by John Galt
Yes, 5 3/4 crown height and 2 3/4 brim. -
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Incidentally, I just read Tonyb's post about the gold foil initial machines, and believe the one I just posted is the very same item he mentioned. -
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Bummer, TJ! I looked long and hard, and found this on eBay a couple of months back. I couldn't really afford it, and had to buy other crap in a lot to get it, but it is a gem. -
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Here's a hat tool for Joao, and it's in his size. -
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Oliver, this is my favorite hat tool, I think, after way too many teapot adventures. My big teapot is always on the stovetop and seems to get greasy from being there. Can't guess how many times I've cursed it after getting grease on a hat I was steaming. Old steamer: -
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Catching up on this thread. Following HumanShoes' post, here's a hat/coat rack I made by laminating a 4x4 post with sanded (unsealed) cedar fence boards. The bottom is mounted on a yard umbrella stand. I used a hole saw and a bolt to do that bit. If I do this again, I'll use blocks instead... -
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It was not a very useful design, unfortunately. I have some other ideas though, and when I finally get caught up on back orders, I will have a go at them. -
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Really sorry to hear that Oliver. You've always been a gentleman and a good friend to this forum and this thread. I hope you get well soon and get back to doing what you are passionate about. I will be praying for you. Best wishes, always! John -
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And something I have only seen a few times before, but find useful, flanging springs. A blocking cord (second photo) is more readily available and often used instead. I've used parachute cord with a little paraffin, but a real blocking cord is pre-waxed and stiffer to start, and as a...
