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[Mighty44]

Hello—

Question about filling moth divots. I’ve read posts from years ago about using 3M spray adhesive. Could white glue work—put a small drop in the divot and add some sandings on top and pat it in? I realize it will never be perfect but it seems like this might be an improvement. Any guidance appreciated.

Thanks

David

 

[deadlyhandsome]

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Collection of various news clips and segments including Ask the Governor and In Session.

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Look like he gave up on custom hats, or I’m just missing it? I’ve bought a couple used hats with this store’s name.

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[Matt_SFL]

Definitely had a 60s stingy brim vibe. Red’s hats were what inspired me to start wearing real hats.

As Bill said…. Originally Red was wearing current production off the rack Borsalino. At some point Jon Penman was contracted to make customs for the show.

Red was also the one who inspired me, He’s totally dapper in everything he wears and it sucks that a lot of people don’t wear nice hats anymore

 

[belfastboy]

Hello—

Question about filling moth divots. I’ve read posts from years ago about using 3M spray adhesive. Could white glue work—put a small drop in the divot and add some sandings on top and pat it in? I realize it will never be perfect but it seems like this might be an improvement. Any guidance appreciated.

Thanks

David

I have tried multiple methods/types of glue. I have settled on using a light spray glue from Michaels designed for crafting. I spray it on a piece of cardboard not directly to the hat. The trick is to use very very little glue. Using a sharp pointed toothpick apply a little of the glue into the hole spreading it around as best as you can...but use very little...then tamp in the felt scrapings. Most of the scrapings will not stick. Apply a little more glue using the toothpick...sticking the pointy end with the small amount of glue into the felt scrapings, tamp and add more scrapings, then more glue. It is a painstaking process. If you use too much glue you will end up with a mound of hardened & darkened felt. It is much easier to hide moth nibbles in dark felt. In light coloured felts it will still show....just less so.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Hat nomenclature is an inexact science. A 2 3/8" is in no man's land. Def not a stingy, bordering on a Fedora, but more in Trilby territory. But if you want to start an argument broach this subject. Also the pure 60's hats had a fair bit of taper to the crown and they were also lower. The entire profile of the hat was demure.

A 2 3/8” brim looks quite wide when it’s in a size 6 3/4, but decidedly less so in a size 7 3/4. If the hat has a classic profile I think the 2 3/8” brim makes for a very smart dress fedora. It gives a taut pulled together look when dressed up. There’s a lot that goes into getting the look right, and sometimes I can’t articulate the reasons but I’m know it when I see it and I know it when I don’t see it. The wider brims just look less formal to me and I like them for that reason. At my larger hat size, I think a 2 5/8 to 2 3/4 inch brim looks about the same as say Stefan wearing a 2 1/4 to 2 3/8 inch brim. I have several fedoras with 3” or wider brims too.

 

[Mighty44]

I have tried multiple methods/types of glue. I have settled on using a light spray glue from Michaels designed for crafting. I spray it on a piece of cardboard not directly to the hat. The trick is to use very very little glue. Using a sharp pointed toothpick apply a little of the glue into the hole spreading it around as best as you can...but use very little...then tamp in the felt scrapings. Most of the scrapings will not stick. Apply a little more glue using the toothpick...sticking the pointy end with the small amount of glue into the felt scrapings, tamp and add more scrapings, then more glue. It is a painstaking process. If you use too much glue you will end up with a mound of hardened & darkened felt. It is much easier to hide moth nibbles in dark felt. In light coloured felts it will still show....just less so.

Thank you, Robert—much appreciated!

 

[carouselvic]

One Of Napoleon's Famous Hats Was Just Discovered With His DNA On It — And It's Going Up For Auction

The hat was previously thought to be a part of a costume for an early 20th-century theatrical production.

allthatsinteresting.com

 

[carouselvic]

Look like he gave up on custom hats, or I’m just missing it? I’ve bought a couple used hats with this store’s name.

Concierge Services

We specialize in specializing a hat to your dream specifications. When you can find a hat that is "just right" we can help. We've helped celebrities create their signature style with our custom hat modifications. And we are here to help you too!

www.hatmanjacks.com

I can tell you that Jack gives a custom hat to the winner of the National Flat Pick Guitar championship. Jack is a vendor at the Walnut Valley Festival, from what I see he does a right good amount of business there.

 

[Rmccamey]

Years since I was there, but loved every minute.

I can tell you that Jack gives a custom hat to the winner of the National Flat Pick Guitar championship. Jack is a vendor at the Walnut Valley Festival, from what I see he does a right good amount of business there.

 

[carouselvic]

I started in 89 and have not missed one yet…

 

[DanielKrs]

Hallo, I am not sure wherer I should keep or return this trilby. Daniel

 

[belfastboy]

Hallo, I am not sure wherer I should keep or return this trilby. Daniel

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It depends. How do you feel about wearing? Does it feel right, look right to you? I prefer to wear my hats further down onto my head with just 1 finger gap (or less) between the brim bottom and the top of my ear. To me this hat sits too high on your forehead. Unless you love the look of the stingy brim I think the hat looks too skimpy on you and you could easily wear something with a larger profile crown and wider brim and I think the proportions would look great on you.

 

[Zombie_61]

Hallo, I am not sure wherer I should keep or return this trilby. Daniel

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It depends. How do you feel about wearing? Does it feel right, look right to you? I prefer to wear my hats further down onto my head with just 1 finger gap (or less) between the brim bottom and the top of my ear. To me this hat sits too high on your forehead. Unless you love the look of the stingy brim I think the hat looks too skimpy on you and you could easily wear something with a larger profile crown and wider brim and I think the proportions would look great on you.

I can't disagree with anything belfastboy wrote here, except for "To me this hat sits too high on your forehead," because I don't think so. In recent years I've become a fan of the Stingy Brim and wear them that way myself regularly. I have no idea whether or not my hats look "right" on me, but I like them and that's ultimately what really matters. I think that hat works well on you--lower on your forehead for a slightly "dressier" look paired with a sports jacket and maybe a tie, or pushed back for more casual (which, actually, would also work with a sports coat and tie). It's versatile! But if you're like me and don't like it, it won't get worn no matter what we say.

That being said, the question now becomes, "Do YOU like the hat?" If not, why not? It might be easier to reassure you if we knew specifically what your "objections" are. And...uhh...just in case you decide it's not "right" for you and want to sell it, what size is it?

 

[belfastboy]

I can't disagree with anything belfastboy wrote here, except for "To me this hat sits too high on your forehead," because I don't think so. In recent years I've become a fan of the Stingy Brim and wear them that way myself regularly. I have no idea whether or not my hats look "right" on me, but I like them and that's ultimately what really matters. I think that hat works well on you--lower on your forehead for a slightly "dressier" look paired with a sports jacket and maybe a tie, or pushed back for more casual (which, actually, would also work with a sports coat and tie). It's versatile! But if you're like me and don't like it, it won't get worn no matter what we say.

That being said, the question now becomes, "Do YOU like the hat?" If not, why not? It might be easier to reassure you if we knew specifically what your "objections" are. And...uhh...just in case you decide it's not "right" for you and want to sell it, what size is it?

Our responses show the limitations of asking others for style advice....ask 6 people and you risk getting at least 6 differing responses. So it really does come down to our common response:

How do you feel about wearing it? and Do you like the hat?

 

[Zombie_61]

Our responses show the limitations of asking others for style advice....ask 6 people and you risk getting at least 6 differing responses. So it really does come down to our common response:

How do you feel about wearing it? and Do you like the hat?

Absolutely. And many of us asked those same questions early on, and got pretty much the same responses.

 

[johnnycanuck]

Hallo, I am not sure wherer I should keep or return this trilby. Daniel

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Do you like the style? What look are you going for? I think it gives a nice modern Mod look. Almost has a hint of a Pork Pie style.
Johnny

 

[DanielKrs]

Thanks!

I think, the hat is quite beautiful. However, it should be wider for me.

When I wear the heat it feels as whether it lies on top of my head. My head should penetrate the hat.
I will return the hat to the dealer.

The hat is a Kastori duke in XL. I have been looking for a black trilby in XXL and I will order a Stetson Elkader.

The Elkader will be deeper on my head. Hence, the visible part of my face will be smaller and the ratio between the visible face and the head will be better. The total size of face and hat migth be a bit smaller.

I will post some photos with the Elkader.

Best regards, Daniel

 

[enofile]

I am probably in the wrong place, but I have a question. Where can I find a list of custom hatters members of the Lounge recommend? Thank you.

 

[The Shoe]

I am probably in the wrong place, but I have a question. Where can I find a list of custom hatters members of the Lounge recommend? Thank you.

Not sure about a list, but Gannon, Hornskov, Northwest Hats, Wolfbrae get regular mentions. There’re plenty more that slip my mind as it’s past bedtime here & my brain’s not working.

 

[enofile]

Not sure about a list, but Gannon, Hornskov, Northwest Hats, Wolfbrae get regular mentions. There’re plenty more that slip my mind as it’s past bedtime here & my brain’s not working.

Thank you. It's early morning in Seattle.