That is a fine hat Peach, I'm reminded of a Stetson Whippet, but maybe that is just the trim.
My Beaver Brand impression is like this. Ring, ring. "Hello, Beaver Brand! Can I help you? What model? And what size? Very good, thank you."
Bada bing. I'll be here all week, and do other impressions on request.
This hat is still firm, almost stiff. The brim snaps down, with an audible sound when you put it on. I actually left the feather in this one, I don't usually do that.
I'm hesitant to even write this, but here goes. We have a Campaign Hat Corps, a Sunbody Association, an Art Fawcett Hall of Fame, The Green Machine, The Borsalino Brotherhood, and the Optimo South Side Mobsters. Without being TOO out of line, what do you call Beaver Brand Hat wearers in a politically correct fashion?
Ooh! Ooh! I know! We'll call it "Show Us Your Bea...", uh, mmm, -=ahem=-..... never mind....
I've had this one for about six years now. Bought it in a little shop in Virginia City, NV. Still enjoy wearing it.
Cheers!
Dan