Excuse my lack of knowledge, but what is it that makes an Akubra so durable? Is it some treatment of the felt or would any 100% beaver felt hat hold up as well?
Suitedcboy: You've hit the nail on the head. Unfortunately Stetson's quality seems to have dropped off and Akubra is my only choice (I guess I could go custom).
Everyone else: Thanks for all the information; the Bushman, though not silver belly, seems like the way to go.
Thanks,
Walloon
Everyone,
Thanks for the very informative replies. With regards to the Campdraft, will it be easy to shape the brim and bash it into the Tycoon crease favored by President Reagan?
Hi all,
After lurking around for some time I finally decided to pony up and make an account. I was partially motivated because I plan on traveling in the next few years to many locations. I was speaking about this trip with a friend who suggested that I downplay my "american-ness" while...
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