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  1. carter

    Post New Hats Here!

    TOO MANY! I wish people who want hats would post on a Hat Wanted thread in the Classifieds. Maybe then I could get rid of some hats and find the cat! ;) :)
  2. carter

    OPINION: Did Hats Direct Cheapen the Fed?

    Ron at HatsDirect has stated previously that Akubra is using blocks from the past for the Federation IV line. HATCO is a representative oof HATCO, an Akubra competitor. I very much appreciate the fact that he does not choose to bash the competition. ;) :) Frankly, I'm confused that anyone...
  3. carter

    Do you think there could be a second Great Depression?

    Who can we depend on? I appreciate the sentiment. I'd broaden it a bit to: ....A new-found appreciation for friends, family. and things of lasting value.
  4. carter

    Do you think there could be a second Great Depression?

    My investment manager does. We had a long discussion last week regarding hard goods that should hold their value over the long run. Vintage firearms, fishing tackle, and bullion were among the investment items we discussed. A new frugality certainly seems to be in order.
  5. carter

    OPINION: Did Hats Direct Cheapen the Fed?

    Irwalton, Excellent initial post. Welcome aboard. It's always nice to welcome a new member from OZ! As an Akubra afficianado, you should be able to shed light on some of our questions and, hopefully, keep us abreast of developments and trends down under.
  6. carter

    NEWS BOY CAPS

    I LIKE IT Big Man, That cap looks excellent on you. Think of it as another aspect of your personality and style. :)
  7. carter

    What is it about the Campdraft?

    Photographic Evidence Ohhhh.... Is this to be our Christmas surprise from JTL? I can't wait to see the "photographic evidence". It's bound to be an education in pictures! :)
  8. carter

    Hats at Barneys New York.

    lol lol lol
  9. carter

    Post New Hats Here!

    Rob, A smart fella usually (note I did not type "always") takes his wife's advice. Wise decision. THat Campdraft will look great when it dries out. I like the Fed IV as well but, compared to the Campdraft, it looks small on you. I think you're a fella who can wear the dickens out of a hat with...
  10. carter

    Akubra Overload

    gtd & Bob, Thanks for supporting the Campdraft in Grey. Do we have other folks who have placed orders with HatsDirect? Who's committed? Who's on the fence?
  11. carter

    Ribbonless? new project in the works

    Interesting project. I'd put a ribbon on it. Let's see it when you get it back from Worth & Worth.
  12. carter

    What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

    Looks Just Fine to Me! fats, If by too big you mean too tall, I respectfully disagree. Based on this photo, I'd say the Bailey looks pretty danged good. Actually, very good. Heck, it looks GREAT!
  13. carter

    OPINION: Did Hats Direct Cheapen the Fed?

    :whip: lol lol lol :whip:
  14. carter

    CampDraft sz 58 for sale

    she really likes me in the hat Good Decision. ;) :)
  15. carter

    Where to find Akubras in Chicago?

    FYI - US Akubra distribution The official Akubra website lists David Morgan Hats in Bothell, Washington as their sole US Distributor. * http://www.davidmorgan.com/ *The official Akubra website is notorious for not being updated regularly. This is what they have posted as of 12-09-2008.
  16. carter

    In appreciation

    It's All Worthwhile. :D :D :D
  17. carter

    The Joys of JURY DUTY!

    Federal Witness Protection Program ?
  18. carter

    What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

    Great Lids, Gentlemen! Slim, You are rockin' that wide-brim! Lookin' GOOD! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap
  19. carter

    THE BEST OF 2008

    SWEET ! Great Mallory, Douglas! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap Gene, I LOVE that Blue Borso! You guys are bringing some serious heat!
  20. carter

    What is it about the Campdraft?

    rrog, There is a lot of information regarding the Campdraft here: http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?p=693867#post693867 Among the responses from Ron at HatsDirect (found on that thread) is the assertion that the Akubra Campdraft is exactly the same hat that Akubra made as the...

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