2015 Stetson Excellent Quality GREEN THIN RIBBON (Preview & Review)

[Bob Roberts]

+2. Wear it in good health.

 

[Justdog]

Quality

This showed up from DelMonico today.
I got to my studio and it was there waiting for me.


The felt is gorgeous and clearly an upgrade from my modern Premier Strat.
Which is not a knock on the Premier but more a compliment to the Excellent.

It feels identical to my Strats from the mid 50s.
Not quite as soft and pliable as my 40s Strats.... But better than anything I personally have felt from modern manufacturers ... Not including custom hatters of course.

The color here looks darker than it is in person ... But I assure you the sage green is beautiful and perfectly even throughout and finished with that wonderful contrasting ribbon.

The liner is also very sharp and was a bonus for me because I was not expecting the black interior .

I love this hat already and I have not even bashed it yet.
I did put it on open crown and the fit is absolutely perfect .




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I agree with you on the quality as I posted the 2 Pinnacles I bought, One a 150 anniversary as well.
When I first saw your post I thought, Wow where did you get a vintage unblocked Stratoliner.
Cant wait to see it blocked as well.

Great buy

 

[moontheloon]

thanks guys

I just got home from teaching in the studio all day ... looked at my passenger seat as I turned off the car in my driveway and realized that I left the Strat at the studio

I was so looking forward to steaming in a sweet bash and wearing it tomorrow ...

damn!!!! .... sometimes I'm in such a rush to get home that I would forget my head if it wasn't attached

 

[Justdog]

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/artic...oks-to-hipsters-to-move-beyond-the-cowboy-hat
Was not sure where to put this link. This is probably the reason the Stetson is getting better.

 

[Duper]

Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!! I really like the ribbon also.

+1

Beautiful!

 

[JoeyC]

thanks guys

I just got home from teaching in the studio all day ... looked at my passenger seat as I turned off the car in my driveway and realized that I left the Strat at the studio

I was so looking forward to steaming in a sweet bash and wearing it tomorrow ...

damn!!!! .... sometimes I'm in such a rush to get home that I would forget my head if it wasn't attached

You'll have plenty of time to bash and many years of wearing it, but I know the feeling of forgetfulness. I still haven't creased my sage Excellent yet and I've had it a few months now.

Wear it in good health.

 

[Frunobulax]

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/artic...oks-to-hipsters-to-move-beyond-the-cowboy-hat
Was not sure where to put this link. This is probably the reason the Stetson is getting better.

That's funny, we have an entire thread devoted to discussing how that article shows Stetson's impending decline. http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?83269-Stetson-Going-Hipster

You'll have plenty of time to bash and many years of wearing it, but I know the feeling of forgetfulness. I still haven't creased my sage Excellent yet and I've had it a few months now.

Wear it in good health.

I can't conceive...either you're really busy or have tremendous self discipline!

 

[Benzadmiral]

No but how about a Temple 7 1/4 in Light Grey. I hope this picture gives you a better idea of the color.

Jeff

My Silver Mist model from 1995 or so looks just like that (except no medallion on the bow, and no feather any longer)!

 

[Justdog]

Link

That's funny, we have an entire thread devoted to discussing how that article shows Stetson's impending decline. http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?83269-Stetson-Going-Hipster



I can't conceive...either you're really busy or have tremendous self discipline!

Thanks for the link I will read through. Wont hijack this thread as this was only in response to that Strat.

 

[John Galt]

Just read this thread and am very excited. Going to have to dig deep & support Hatco's efforts here by purchasing an excellent quality hat.

 

[JoeyC]

That's funny, we have an entire thread devoted to discussing how that article shows Stetson's impending decline. http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?83269-Stetson-Going-Hipster



I can't conceive...either you're really busy or have tremendous self discipline!

Total lack of discipline, otherwise I would not be surrounded by so many hats, I have several waiting to be creased.

 

[John Galt]

2015 Stetson Excellent Quality GREEN THIN RIBBON (Preview & Review)

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[moontheloon]

Head shots as promised

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[Short Balding Guy]

Moon; Love the pics. The show a fedora that can be worn proudly everyday! I just re-read Josh's post and report of the new Stetson Strat's. In my book his reputation proceeds him, but in this specific case his report is spot-on! When you get some time, would you comment as to how you see the hat being worn at your house? Your collection of Strat's puts you in a unique position to comment on the new Stetson Stratoliners.

Wouldn't it be interesting to get a Stetson take on this product? We would have to get a Stetson designer to comment on how the company views the product success or whether it meets market goals of being a tribute or a modern successor of the 1940-50's versions. Our, avid consumers on the Fedora Lounge, opinions aside, is the hat doing well? I need to move on from introspective world and go back to work.

Best, Eric -

 

[Joshbru3]

Moon, I am extremely glad that you like the Sage Excellent Quality Strat. When I received my prototype and wrote my review, I had hopes that the production model was every bit as good as my prototype. As with any good vintage felt, the felt on the new Sage Strat will get better with age and with more wear. I found that the more times I steamed the hat, let it get soaked with rain, creased it, etc, the felt not only softened up, but had a more clay-like touch.

My only regret.......not getting that BLACK LINER!!! That thing is gorgeous! [huh]

 

[Joshbru3]

I just re-read Josh's post and report of the new Stetson Strat's. In my book his reputation proceeds him, but in this specific case his report is spot-on!

Thank you very much, Eric. That means the world to me. There were some on the lounge who falsely accused me of conflict of interest and I'm glad that these great hats have truly spoken for themselves. Cheers!:cheers1:

 

[moontheloon]

Moon; Love the pics. The show a fedora that can be worn proudly everyday! I just re-read Josh's post and report of the new Stetson Strat's. In my book his reputation proceeds him, but in this specific case his report is spot-on! When you get some time, would you comment as to how you see the hat being worn at your house? Your collection of Strat's puts you in a unique position to comment on the new Stetson Stratoliners.

Wouldn't it be interesting to get a Stetson take on this product? We would have to get a Stetson designer to comment on how the company views the product success or whether it meets market goals of being a tribute or a modern successor of the 1940-50's versions. Our, avid consumers on the Fedora Lounge, opinions aside, is the hat doing well? I need to move on from introspective world and go back to work.

Best, Eric -

Eric ..

I would love to comment on anything you want to know about the hat ... but I'm slightly embarrassed to say that I don't understand the question

help me understand and I'd be glad to comment

much respect my friend


Josh - your assessment was extremely accurate in my opinion

I look forward to wearing it plenty and getting it nice and worn in ... I don't think it will come off my head much this autumn

 

[RBH]

Looks great Moon...what is the brim width?

 

[Justdog]

Stetson Quality refreshed

DISCLAIMER******

I have no affiliation with Stetson or its subsidiaries. This preview and review is my own observations and opinions.

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That being said.......THIS HAT WILL FOREVER CHANGE THE WAY YOU THINK OF MODERN FACTORY HATS

I could honestly go on and on about this new 2015 Stetson Excellent Quality. As many of the lounge members know, I have collected many vintage hats through the years and have had the opportunity of comparing many of them. This new Excellent Quality Stetson honestly could be confused for a vintage hat for many of the reasons I stated above. Matt Deckard and Hatco have done an EXCELLENT job in creating a hat that any "Golden Age" hat maker would be proud of. This hat is the BEST I have seen from any large Modern Hat factory and many customs as well. Before you buy another custom or before you buy another Akubra, Bailey, etc.........check out this new 2015 Stetson Excellent Quality. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!

I agree with you thanks for the detailed review.

 

[Justdog]

Perfect! And even more perfect on you!