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The Conversion Corral
Terry, looking good! Call me about the thin ribbon. I have some options for you. -
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Western, anyone?
Thx guys. It's just the hat Terry, not me ;-) It is hard to photograph João, but I think the color came across fairly well in the first photo. I'll post another unique colored western tomorrow. -
Western, anyone?
Howdy, howdy, and "bump." I don't think I've posted this one yet, a rare Bailey Premier (8x) baby blue gambler. Oh, the painting in the background is a personal favorite purchased on sight, called "Warrior Energy" by artist Elise Zentner. -
Photos of hatters tools
Yes, I think so. With care, you should be able to stretch most 6 7/8 hats at least one size without damaging the sweat. Good luck, and easy as you go! -
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Photos of hatters tools
Thanks Oliver, but only as your condition allows. You and your family will stay in my prayers. -
Photos of hatters tools
Seen on eBay, sold quickly. Reportedly from Danbury. http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/381429068436 ANTIQUE VINTAGE BRASS HAT FORM STRETCHER Danbury Conn -
The Conversion Corral
Turned out well! The easiest way to make a telescope is to push the steamed or wetted crown down onto a flat surface then flatten the part that sticks up inside the crown from the center out with a small iron or the bottom of a drinking glass, etc. this is described in Ermatinger's book. You... -
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I can't speak to the ribbon. I've only owned one and had no ribbon issues. I believe the model is both rare and remarkable largely due to the lightness of the felt, but in my limited experience the quality of the felt itself does not measure up to higher end hats. -
Photos of hatters tools
Oliver, when and if your condition allows, would you be willing to post photos of your hatter's brim planes? I have been researching these but the photos I've found are severely lacking in detail. They seem to be a very rare item indeed. -
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Photos of hatters tools
Esther, you are referring to the tub/container, I believe? -
Photos of hatters tools
Oliver, I'm very sorry to hear that but am glad you are out. I hope that you don't live in a dusty or smoky environment (like California's North Valley). It's probably a good idea for all of us to use a HEPA mask when pouncing. -
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Yeah, it's a learning process. I've shared a couple of antique hat horror stories here as well. At least ribbon can be replaced, and there is still vintage ribbon available. -
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Ribbon, like felt, can discolor if it is not uniformly wetted. To avoid this, when you wet it, wet the whole thing rather than one part. I suggest a spray bottle - works well for me. -
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You might try either pouncing lightly with a very (very) fine sandpaper, or an orange hat sponge. The sponge is safer and will cut the small hairs that stick up. You will probably have to do the whole hat to get it uniform, no matter which of these approaches you take. -
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Charlie, I haven't tried it with this sort of damage, but ice cold water closes up pin holes in ribbon, and might possibly bring it back. I have had ribbon lines disfigure when ironing a bow (where one lays over another) and have steamed out the disfigurement. I would try both. John -
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The Open Road Guild
Amen! Thanks, and glad that someone gets the handle. Who woulda thunk?! -
The Open Road Guild
Rick, That's a great Sovereign OR. Here's one I've posted in other threads as a Stetson 25 without noting the OR designation. True grey, it came open crowned in the original box. -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
The researcher there is our very own Brad Bowers, and his work is top notch!
