Akubra Overload

[Goose.]

That's funny Goose! You know you can't wear food on your head. I'll try and get some more pics. I think the crown might be a little taller and have less taper than the 'Sydney'.

Well now I am more confused :eusa_doh: The Squatter pic that Tone posted doesn't exhibit as much taper as the other pics.

Chuck! Post those pics!!! Please Who needs food when one can support the Australian economy and get a lid that will stay with ya longer than a Big Mac?

 

[Chuck Bobuck]

Squatter Stuff

I put the Squatter back into an open crown. I was going to show how little taper it had, but I see plenty of taper...

I gave it a dry rebash. A center dent with slight indents. This doesn't look like the Squatter in the photo that Tone posted. That one belongs to FDM (Fatdutchman), who isn't fat at all BTW. My recollection is that FDM's Squatter was a little big for him to begin with. Might want to search that. The crown on his Squatter is bulbous. Mine has taper, like most others I've seen...

Here it is on. The center dent shows taper from side to side looking at it from the front. Looking a tad tall, I want to avoid the dunce-cap look, so I'll work on that later.

From the side. Some taper, but I can live with that...

Finally, Goose...here's a comparison shot with the Fed. Sorry about the quality, I'm no 3F...

I could use a little nap now.

 

[CRH]

I put the Squatter back into an open crown. I was going to show how little taper it had, but I see plenty of taper...
...

I could use a little nap now.

Taper shmaper! Excellent comparison and contrast photos, Chuck. I could use a nap too but I have to mow the front lawn first!

Then I reckon I'll have to take the dog out and check on the hatch [angel].

 

[Chuck Bobuck]

Taper shmaper! Excellent comparison and contrast photos, Chuck. I could use a nap too but I have to mow the front lawn first!

Then I reckon I'll have to take the dog out and check on the hatch [angel].

Thanks CRH, I mowed front and back last night! Of course that's urban lawns.

 

[jimmy the lid]

Chuck --

I'm sure I'm not telling you anything you don't already know -- but a diamond crease is often effective at lessening any perception of taper on the crown.

That being said -- I think the hat looks great. (You may want to consider lengthening the side dents just a tad). Honestly, I think that a very slight degree of taper on a crown is a fantastic look. Taper isn't always a 4-letter word (or 5-letter word for that matter...).

Cheers,
JtL

 

[Chuck Bobuck]

Chuck --

I'm sure I'm not telling you anything you don't already know -- but a diamond crease is often effective at lessening any perception of taper on the crown.

That being said -- I think the hat looks great. (You may want to consider lengthening the side dents just a tad). Honestly, I think that a very slight degree of taper on a crown is a fantastic look. Taper isn't always a 4-letter word (or 5-letter word for that matter...).

Cheers,
JtL

Jimmy, I appreciate you weighing in and the kind words. I thought a diamond could be too low, but after rebashing I have more height, so I'm going to play around and see what I come up with. I don't mind the taper so much either. Just after a good balance between the brim, crown and my head.

Cheers, CB

 

[CRH]

Chuck --

I'm sure I'm not telling you anything you don't already know -- but a diamond crease is often effective at lessening any perception of taper on the crown

This is a game of millimeters with The Squatter. It's a traditional hat and this is it's essence (5 1/4 in. tall).

How many movies have you seen with young boys and old men, and every age in between wearing a hat like this with varying or missing bow and crease variations?

It is this tradition that enamors me with The Squatter.

 

[Chuck Bobuck]

This is a game of millimeters with The Squatter. It's a traditional hat and this is it's essence (5 1/4 in. tall).

How many movies have you seen with young boys and old men, and every age in between wearing a hat like this with varying or missing bow and crease variations?

It is this tradition that enamors me with The Squatter.

You have a valid point CRH, but every time I see a photo of an open crown Squatter, this is the image that pops into my head...

Kim Darby from True Grit. I know...I need help!

 

[CRH]

You have a valid point CRH, but every time I see a photo of an open crown Squatter, this is the image that pops into my head...

Kim Darby from True Grit. I know...I need help!

Why the producers of this film would ever let you of all people, Mr. Cogburn, wear such a fresh look'n hat is beyond me.

 

[Goose.]

Goose, if you want a green one I'd suggest the Bluegrass Green Camp Draft, it's a lovely deep shade of green. The thin ribbon might give you some variety too.

Well Billyspew...the EA site showed a 3 month wait for the Bluegrass
But I thought about what your post and the variety may be a plus. So, I am thinking my July lid will be a Camp Draft...probably Silver Belly. Funny (odd) how the only reason I have not picked one up yet is that thin ribbon. When I get one (not "if"), and that throws me off too much, maybe I'll replace it with a wider ribbon.

I put the Squatter back into an open crown. I was going to show how little taper it had, but I see plenty of taper...

Finally, Goose...here's a comparison shot with the Fed. Sorry about the quality, I'm no 3F...
...
I could use a little nap now.

You deserve a nap and a cool beverage Chuck. I am so very appreciative of the pics you took. And, while no one can top Triple F's pics (amazing, huh?), your pics are perfect and sealed the deal.

Chuck --
...
That being said -- I think the hat looks great. ...
Taper isn't always a 4-letter word (or 5-letter word for that matter...).

Cheers,
JtL

What's a little five letter word like "taper" amongst buddies?
Squatter Willow Green ordered about 10 minutes ago.

Thanks to all!

 

[CRH]

...What's a little five letter word like "taper" amongst buddies?
Squatter Willow Green ordered about 10 minutes ago.

Thanks to all!

:eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[Tone]

Chuck --

I'm sure I'm not telling you anything you don't already know -- but a diamond crease is often effective at lessening any perception of taper on the crown.

That being said -- I think the hat looks great. (You may want to consider lengthening the side dents just a tad). Honestly, I think that a very slight degree of taper on a crown is a fantastic look. Taper isn't always a 4-letter word (or 5-letter word for that matter...).

Cheers,
JtL

100% Agreed! Thanks for the pics, Chuck. I was expecting some sort of witch's hat the way people were describing the Squatter's "taper"; but those pics look pretty ideal actually. Seems like it's become a habit to lean too far in the "straight" department that something like the Squatter's block is somehow taboo. Looks just about exactly what I expected. Thank you for confirming that there really isn't anything to worry about.

The Squatter will do nicely!

 

[Chuck Bobuck]

You deserve a nap and a cool beverage Chuck. I am so very appreciative of the pics you took. And, while no one can top Triple F's pics (amazing, huh?), your pics are perfect and sealed the deal.
What's a little five letter word like "taper" amongst buddies?
Squatter Willow Green ordered about 10 minutes ago.

Thanks to all!

Must...fight...urge...to...sleep. Post...pics of new...bash... lol

Congrats on the decision. I bashed this earlier. My standard bash hybrid diamond/wrinkle tail.

And with a swoop-di-doop on the brim...

How's that for Squatter minutiae? I just have to lay my head down for a minuteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeevenbmghbbbbbbbbbbb

 

[Chuck Bobuck]

Squatter and Fed IV comparison photos

Here are some more photos comparing the Squatter to the Fed IV. First from the front...

From the side...

From the top...

 

[CRH]

Here are some more photos comparing the Squatter to the Fed IV. First from the front...

Every family has weird cousins but I don't have a Fed so I wouldn't know .

More great comparison and contrast photos!

 

[CRH]

The Squatter Specs

Here is my tardy post concerning Hatsdirect's response to the Squatter specs inquiry:

"The Akubra Squatter that we have in stock is made from Imperial quality felt and comes lined."

There you have it.

 

[CRH]

A request from Goose

Goose, could you post a photo of your Squatter, after it arrives with a simple center dent - no front or side dents. I think this would be a great look for a Squatter and we haven't seen one yet .

 

[Goose.]

Goose, could you post a photo of your Squatter, after it arrives with a simple center dent - no front or side dents. I think this would be a great look for a Squatter and we haven't seen one yet .

Sure, CRH. I will give it a go. Not certain it will be up to par for you guys...only center dent I've done is my Homburg (comes open crown). But I will post pics of my effort.

 

[cybergentleman]

akubra felt stiff?

Hi all, I am new to the forum and actively considering the akubra fed- its a nice looking hat. I like the stove pipe design. I am really confused though. i have read posts here and elsewhere from people saying that the akubra felt is stiff. And that the christy's adventurer is a better hat, both felt quality wise and looks in general. Yet, i have read a lot of bad press on here about them (Christys) as an akubra thread, figured this would be a great place to get some comparison info on the two.

sorry to distract from the pro-akubra rally at the moment

 

[jazzncocktails]

Hi all, I am new to the forum and actively considering the akubra fed- its a nice looking hat. I like the stove pipe design. I am really confused though. i have read posts here and elsewhere from people saying that the akubra felt is stiff. And that the christy's adventurer is a better hat, both felt quality wise and looks in general. Yet, i have read a lot of bad press on here about them (Christys) as an akubra thread, figured this would be a great place to get some comparison info on the two.

sorry to distract from the pro-akubra rally at the moment

I wouldn't call the felt of the Akubras that I have stiff at all. Sure, the Fed IV standard needed a little loosening up when I first got it, but once I'd settled on a bash, it was quite easy to work with. And the Campdraft is even better, in my opinion--it bashed smoothly with no stiffness right out of the box. Since I've had my hands on my Silverbelly Campdraft, my Fed IV has gotten very little head time. Unfortunately, I've never tried an Adventurer, so can't help there.
Steve