Took the band off my Snowy River and ended up putting it on my Campdraft. Really like the look of it. I like the thin ribbon, but something about the Snowy River band and the more polite hat gives it a nice personality. Just thought I would share. The Campdrafts have always been so versatile for me.
Took the band off my Snowy River and ended up putting it on my Campdraft. Really like the look of it. I like the thin ribbon, but something about the Snowy River band and the more polite hat gives it a nice personality. Just thought I would share. The Campdrafts have always been so versatile for me.
I'm still on the fence about it, so don't hold your breath.
I suppose I'll have to see what the finances look like when they're restocked in my size in March.I like it. I've been looking for a leather or horsehair band for my Taupe Fawn Campdraft, but haven't quite found one yet that said, "You can't live without me."
When I received my Silverbelly Campdraft I wasn't sure the color was right for me either. It took a little time, but it's now the one I reach for when I can't decide which hat to wear. As for the brim width, once you get used to it you'll probably appreciate the protection it offers from sun and rain (and snow, if you encounter that in your part of the U.K.).
lol I'll take that heat, my friend! :yo:
The only drawback to Silverbelly that I can think of is that the lighter color tends to show dirt and such more than darker colors, so keeping it "pristine" might require a little more attention and care if that's your goal. Otherwise, I find it to be a rather versatile color that goes pretty well with almost any wardrobe. Nice to hear you're happy with it!
That happened with both of my Campdrafts; they were slightly loose when I got them, and after the expected "shrink to fit" period they were a little too snug for my tastes. If that happens to you, you can get a Hat Jack and use it to stretch them out again.
You're a natural! Great bash, and the hat really suits you! :eusa_clap
Thanks 1Mach1, RJR & Al. I really like it. I'm not too bothered about trying to keep it clean, I don't mind a bit of patina!
I think I may have to get a hat jack though - other than a few cheap wool hats this is my first decent hat - from what I read on here I think I may be a long-oval, I've got a gap by my temples and can feel a bit of pressure on the forehead. Does anyone have any tips on how to shape it to long-oval, or should I just wear it and let it 'conform'?
Anyway, a few pics below. And my first attempt at a bash!
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Thanks 1Mach1, RJR & Al. I really like it. I'm not too bothered about trying to keep it clean, I don't mind a bit of patina!
I think I may have to get a hat jack though - other than a few cheap wool hats this is my first decent hat - from what I read on here I think I may be a long-oval, I've got a gap by my temples and can feel a bit of pressure on the forehead. Does anyone have any tips on how to shape it to long-oval, or should I just wear it and let it 'conform'?
Anyway, a few pics below. And my first attempt at a bash!
