Champ Diplomat

[thunderw21]

Too nice not to show off.

It's a 1940s Champ "Diplomat" in "light Ecru", absolutely perfect condition. Size 6 7/8", it's a tad small (though it fits me more like a 7") but after some time on the stretcher it now fits my 7 1/8" head. It's an unusual pinkish-tan/salmon color with a chocolate-brown ribbon and tan edging on the brim. And the felt is nice and soft.

I do love this hat, it's now my favorite. Reminds me of a Art creation with the fantastic color, nice contrasting ribbon and fantastic condition. Looks new. I found it hanging with a bunch of vintage lady's hats. Here's the kicker: $4. My jaw dropped!

Enough chit-chat, now for pics.

The bash as I found it.

This pic shows the true color.

It's perfect for tilting on my head.

 

[AlanC]

Good grief! What's up with the Dinerman-esque finds tonight?

That's a stunning hat. :eusa_clap

 

[jimmy the lid]

Absolutely fantastic! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

Cheers,
JtL

 

[ideaguy]

WOW :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[Abyss]

Oi! You sure showed me up! :eusa_doh: lol

Nice hat!

 

[thunderw21]

Oi! You sure showed me up! :eusa_doh: lol

Nice hat!

For a first vintage fedora, your Knox shows up all others!

Cheers!

 

[Abyss]

For a first vintage fedora, your Knox shows up all others!

Cheers!

I wish I could find something that is both witty and humble to respond to this, but I'll instead just say that you are too kind lol

 

[Stoney]

Great looking hat

You can't beat a pristine vintage hat, yet in a color like this one it's a real treat.

 

[indycop]

$4!! That is a great looking hat, I really like the binding on it!:eusa_clap

 

[animator]

Fantastic

 

[thunderw21]

Thanks for the nice comments, guys!

The funny thing is I was going to pass by the antique shop where I got it because "they never have anything good there". You never know where they are going to turn up.

 

[Abyss]

Thanks for the nice comments, guys!

The funny thing is I was going to pass by the antique shop where I got it because "they never have anything good there". You never know where they are going to turn up.

Just my sentiment! lol The moral of our two hats: Always check the vintage stores when you don't think they'll have anything. Always.