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[job]

Does anyone know if the Akubra country club has a different block than the rink or capricorn straw hat. I know it has a larger brim. On the Australiangear.com site it looks like it but pics can be deceiving.

 

[feltfan]

I have had nothing but great luck with only two places I've used (and have used both many times) - Texas Hatters in Lockhart, TX (http://texashatters.com) and Paris Hatters in San Antonio, TX (http://parishatters.com). Excellent work and great prices.

Wow, only one reply to my question? No one else is having hats cleaned and blocked or having sweatbands replaced
by anyone other than Optimo? When I saw this thread was "Ask a question, get an answer" I didn't know it was so
literally AN answer. Speak up, hat restoration fans.

Thanks for the answer, TPD166. Never heard of those guys. Have they worked on vintage fedoras for you?

 

[Wally in Cincy]

Wow, only one reply to my question?

I think some of the long-timers here forget to check this thread. The answers are often few and far between.

 

[FrankMc]

Short answer....no.

The hat stills needs 'jacked' a little to fit correct.

Go to Buckaroo Hatters in Covington and get Rocky to steam it and shape it to your head.

Thanks, and I've taken my hat up there and Rocky did indeed "jack" it, or as he called it "gave it a bounce". A couple of cowboys I know told me they have a red mark on their foreheads after wearing their hats, so maybe it's different with a fedora. The mark that is left doesn't last long, but I do wear it snug. I will take it back for another visit to Mike and Rocky soon, always great to visit them and walk the square.

 

[gtdean48]

Wow, only one reply to my question? No one else is having hats cleaned and blocked or having sweatbands replaced
by anyone other than Optimo? When I saw this thread was "Ask a question, get an answer" I didn't know it was so
literally AN answer. Speak up, hat restoration fans.

Thanks for the answer, TPD166. Never heard of those guys. Have they worked on vintage fedoras for you?

I've used Shorty's & Catalena Hatters as well as Optimo to good results in having hats restored.
These were for Open Roads. I don't think Catalena does non-western hats.

 

[Fulton]

I was wondering if anyone has any insight into the age and/or background of this winter hat. Thanks.

http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q739/f-fulton/P1040097_zpsd17b5ec2.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q739/f-fulton/P1040099_zpsd0e0bb9a.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q739/f-fulton/P1040098_zpse478862f.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/q739/f-fulton/P1040100_zps15914775.jpg

Note: Just edited to repair the links.

 

[Borsalino Fan]

Hello: I've just acquired this beautiful hat and wonder if someone could help me identify the brand? The inside is marked only with the name of the store. I know well the store and thought that they only sold Borsalino, but nowhere does it say Borsalino. The store no longer exists. Thanks!!

 

[The Wiser Hatter]

Hello: I've just acquired this beautiful hat and wonder if someone could help me identify the brand? The inside is marked only with the name of the store. I know well the store and thought that they only sold Borsalino, but nowhere does it say Borsalino. The store no longer exists. Thanks!!

you will need to upload pictures and then post them for anyone to know what your hat is. I can not see it thru the internet otherwise.

 

[jskeen]

any info on "Lee R. Snavely" store brand?

Picked this up off feebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/140926032055?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649 for a nice price on spec, and it turned out to be a sweetheart. Liner (sewn in, not glued), was a little stained, but that's being dry cleaned, and the felt has wonderful hand and drape. Very happy with it as a wearer once I get it stretched just a tad and the cleaned liner re-installed.

I have come up completely dry on Lee R. Snavely as a retailer, or anything for that matter. Anybody care to share some hard won knowledge? I originally assumed the hat was probably a Lee brand (any relation to the seller, I dunno?) so hoped it would not be a total dog, but was surprised by the quality. Also curious if it has an original bash, or if it's a more modern redo? Thinking of having it steamed open and a simpler center crease set, to give a little more crown height.

A couple of additional pics;

and the dreaded headshot

So, what say the cognoscenti in any case?
James

 

[alanfgag]

This is the fifth entry in a Google search from the name you provided. It was an easy win.

 

[jskeen]

I did google it first, really I did! Seriously!

Guess I should have put the . after the R
Thanks Alan
C'est la vie!

 

[alanfgag]

Not at all. It can be helpful to search Google Books and Images for old stores... ads and other periodical material will come up that are buried further back in a web search.

 

[ldbenj]

I have used "Clean A Hat" in Olive Branch, MS. Prices are much lower than Optimo, and the owner Drew Williams has done a great job on several vintage fedoras I've sent him.

Many years ago, "Baron California Hats" in Burbank, CA restored a Lock & Co. that had been stored under a heavy trunk for a long time. I couldn't believe the results - it looked brand new when they were done with it.

 

[Rick Blaine]

Mybro hats

UK hatter...wool or fur felt, anyone know?[huh]

 

[Dan the Man]

Hello everyone, Im new here and was debating where to put this question so please tell me if I should move it. I have been wanting a good western / cowboy hat for a while. I have some questions. What type felt should I get, 50X or 100X? How long does a good hat (being used) last? I would be waring this hat outside riding hoarses and such, would this affect it? I found a place called Buckaroo Hatters ( http://www.buckaroohatters.com/ ) has anyone used them or heard of them? Ive bought a couple of cheaper hats but, thers just been somthing missing. I have always liked the feel and style of the 1800s so I think this may be what I want. Sorry I have so many questions. Im just a little lost. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[RBH]

Welcome to the Lounge, Major Moore is a friend of mine and makes a great hat.
Check out this thread on some of his hats.
http://www.thefedoralounge.com/show...BONANZA!-The-Hats-that-Major-Mike-Moore-Makes

 

[hatsRme]

This is the fifth entry in a Google search from the name you provided. It was an easy win.

The photo begs the question, was Harry an ancester of Matt Deckard...

 

[gtdean48]

Hello everyone, Im new here and was debating where to put this question so please tell me if I should move it. I have been wanting a good western / cowboy hat for a while. I have some questions. What type felt should I get, 50X or 100X? How long does a good hat (being used) last? I would be waring this hat outside riding hoarses and such, would this affect it? I found a place called Buckaroo Hatters ( http://www.buckaroohatters.com/ ) has anyone used them or heard of them? Ive bought a couple of cheaper hats but, thers just been somthing missing. I have always liked the feel and style of the 1800s so I think this may be what I want. Sorry I have so many questions. Im just a little lost. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Welcome. Don't have a western/cowboy hat from Major Moore but do have my first custom fedora from him.
Forget the X's but decide if you want a beaver fur felt, beaver blend fur felt, rabbit/wild hare blend fur felt or rabbit fur felt hat body.
Taken care of properly, any of these will last you a life time then somebody else a life time.
Do some reading then ask questions to drill down on what you don't understand.
100% beaver fur felt, undyed, dress weight, bound edge

 

[Dan the Man]

That is an excellent looking hat gtdean48. So beaver or hare has the same feel, durability, comfort,and lifespan? I was under the impression that beaver lasted longer. If what your saying is true I might get the hare or the beaver, hare mix. mainly because the more I pay the more i might "baby" the hat. I have been looking for a hat that I could have for a lifetime to be my signature hat. Thats why durability and comfort is somthing I am looking for. Also thank you for the reply and help.

 

[jlee562]

All other things being equal, beaver is more resilient.