A couple of lids

[Cane Rod Maker]

Good Evening,

I am new to the list and a friend of a lounge member who got me into vintage Fedora Hats. I look forward to being on the list.

I always liked a Fedora but never had one; so a couple weeks ago I bought new; a Dobbs Dayton and a Miller Amherst. The other day when I was talking to my friend, I happened to have my Dobbs on; that was when he enlightened me on vintage hats. My friend has a lot of experience in hats and a collection as well; and he has re-done quite a few for himself. He offered to jazz up the Amherst for me....I'll take him up on that and in the process learn something about fixing up a hat. I like the Amherst but I felt it needed a little something to liven it up. So with some advice and a forward of some e-bay links, I ordered some vintage Grosgrain that I think will dress up the Amherst very nicely and I look forward to seeing it transformed into something more personalized.

So armed with a little new knowledge on vintage, the very next day I got lucky, I acquired a very nice 50's Cavanaugh and will be getting a sweet looking Adams Premiere in a few days which I think may be a 40's era hat. As I get familiar with this web site I will post some pictures.

I always liked vintage things, cars, motorcycles and Bamboo Fly Rods; since I can't afford to buy a vintage cane rod, I learned to make my own from scratch.......now hats....that's something I can afford from time to time. I look forward to building a collection and who knows......I'll probably make one one of these days just like when I had the itch to carve a briar pipe; I dig making my own things.

Buying Problem...........BIG HEAD ! Size 7 3/4

If anyone could ever help me out with a nice Vintage hat my size, I appreciate the help. I look forward to hearing back from you in the forum.

Have a good one !

Tim

 

[RBH]

Welcome to the Lounge Tim!
Hope you enjoy your stay!!!

 

[Rick Blaine]

Glad to see ya'. "Abandon all hope ye' who enter here" This is one addictive hobby!

 

[ValEag]

Welcome

Tim the Cane Rod Maker - welcome to the Lounge.

I would offer up one of my hats, but I'm a teeny 7 1/2! lol

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

Teeny 7.5

We won't be streching that one......lol

 

[BobC]

Welcome to the lounge, Tim. You'll like it here. But beware lids are another pit for your money, a good one and a deep one. :eusa_doh:

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

Thanks

Bob, thanks for the welcome. I can definitly see how it could become addictive....I bought 4 this month already. Well......$$$....can't take it with you, so I might as well spend it on some occasional hats.

 

[skyvue]

If you found two vintage hats that size already, you're well ahead of me. I'm a 7 5/8, but in extra long oval, so I take 7 3/4 or higher in regular oval hats.

I'm jealous you found large vintage hats so quickly. Nice going.

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

The lids

Lucky for certain.......I'm sort of shocked my self. There was a hat on e-bay; no size mentioned......I took the time to look at the auction; when I saw what it was; well I just threw in a bid and a significant one. I scored it for about 7 dollars more than the new Dobbs I bought....it looks to be in excellent condition. I can't wait to get it. I already made up a set of feathers to go in it. Nice thing about tying flies also......I have a ton of feathers on hand so I made a very attractive feather pattern to put in the ribbon.

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

Skyvue.....there is a hat your size on e-bay now

There is a hat your size now on e-bay. Not sure of the maker; but it's a vintage felt.
Dark Navy in color. The pictures stink though.....but maybe you could get them to send you better shots. Also there is 2 yards of vintage navy/purple highlight Grosgrain on e-bay....it sure would look good on that lid.
Go get it .....:eusa_clap

 

[Mr. Paladin]

Welcome to the Lounge Tim. Folks here are very helpful and very friendly. Looking forward to seeing some pics of your hats as you get the time. Like any lounge/bar though....bring money!

 

[bolthead]

What He said......

Welcome to the Lounge Tim. Folks here are very helpful and very friendly. Looking forward to seeing some pics of your hats as you get the time. Like any lounge/bar though....bring money!

Welcome Tim, glad you finally joined, you're gonna love this place. You'll be a connoisseur in no time.

 

[Razzman]

Welcome to the Lounge Tim! It's a great place and a wealth of knowledge and friendly folks.

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

Thanks for the welcome.....

Razzman, thanks for the welcome. I just got back from Bolthead's house; he showed me how to steam and bash a hat. He turned my Dobbs Dayton into a Porkpie Bash which definitly looks well on me. And he gave my vintage Cavanagh some attitude. Its amazing what you can do to a hat. I am off to a good start. I can't wait to get my Adams next week and to see what becomes of it.

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

Thanks for the welcome....

Bob C. & Mr. Paladin,
Thanks for the welcome to the Lounge. I can tell I am going to like it here. I look forward to lots of helpful information and talking with the the fine folks who bring a wealth of knowledge to the Lounge.
Tim

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

And to the others......

I was negligent in thanking a few others that welcomed to me to the Lounge, my apologies to you. Thanks you for the welcome and I look forward to all you have to offer. Regards, Tim.

 

[bolthead]

Razzman, thanks for the welcome. I just got back from Bolthead's house; he showed me how to steam and bash a hat. He turned my Dobbs Dayton into a Porkpie Bash which definitly looks well on me. And he gave my vintage Cavanagh some attitude. Its amazing what you can do to a hat. I am off to a good start. I can't wait to get my Adams next week and to see what becomes of it.

Any word on the Adams yet? [huh]

 

[billyspew]

Any word on the Adams yet? [huh]

:arated:

 

[Cane Rod Maker]

The Adams

Good news; although The Adams is not in my hands yet, the cash is in the hands of the person handling the transaction for me. I spoke to the owner tonight and he will be getting in touch with my Third Party assistant tomorrow to make the transaction. He asked I immediately call him when I get it to let him know what I think of it and assured me I will be extreamly happy with this hat. I'm stoked.

Bolthead........you'll need to give me a hands on session and walk me through steaming, brushing and bashing the lid allowing me to do the work. I appreciate your help and vast knowledge on the subject. You do fine work ! I have the Dobbs Dayton turned Porkpie on tonight. I had a few people tell me how nice it was.

 

[bolthead]

Nice to know.....

Good news; although The Adams is not in my hands yet, the cash is in the hands of the person handling the transaction for me. I spoke to the owner tonight and he will be getting in touch with my Third Party assistant tomorrow to make the transaction. He asked I immediately call him when I get it to let him know what I think of it and assured me I will be extreamly happy with this hat. I'm stoked.

Bolthead........you'll need to give me a hands on session and walk me through steaming, brushing and bashing the lid allowing me to do the work. I appreciate your help and vast knowledge on the subject. You do fine work ! I have the Dobbs Dayton turned Porkpie on tonight. I had a few people tell me how nice it was.

Nice Lid in your avatar.....good shot. :eusa_clap