Derby, Western, Fedora...a Venerable Legend, THE Stetson 3X...BEFORE 1970!!!!

[Frunobulax]

Looks great Jim. Glad it worked out

Thanks, Joe! Excellent Bantam you recently picked up.

 

[Blare]

Thanks, Joe! Excellent Bantam you recently picked up.

Thanks Jim

 

[Guardian Enzo]

Any of you Stetson whisperers have any idea on the model of this 50s 3X “Selv-Edge”? Had it for a few years and always wondered - absolutely no model anywhere on the liner or sweat. Lovely hat - it’s kind of Whippet-y but the dimensions seem a hair more modest to my eye. Looks a bit like a Flagship too, but not quite.

 

[Frunobulax]

Of all my 3X hats, none have model names imprinted on them.

 

[Guardian Enzo]

Of all my 3X hats, none have model names imprinted on them.

Oh, is that usual with 3X? I was unaware of that, thanks.

 

[jlee562]

Oh, is that usual with 3X? I was unaware of that, thanks.

most hats don't have a model name imprinted on them.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Any of you Stetson whisperers have any idea on the model of this 50s 3X “Selv-Edge”? Had it for a few years and always wondered - absolutely no model anywhere on the liner or sweat. Lovely hat - it’s kind of Whippet-y but the dimensions seem a hair more modest to my eye. Looks a bit like a Flagship too, but not quite.

Having a model name on the sweatband or on the liner is the exception rather than the rule. For what it’s worth, I don’t see Whippet or Flagship in your photos, but I definitely see a nice hat.

 

[Frunobulax]

Oh, is that usual with 3X? I was unaware of that, thanks.

I think 3X Open Roads are the rare exception, but yeah.

 

[Bamaboots]

I think 3X Open Roads are the rare exception, but yeah.

Only ones I remember are the OR’s.

 

[carouselvic]

A few exceptions, late 40's 3X from Harry Yesness, The Don.


A 30's 3X from Visalia Stock Saddle Co., Rancheros model

 

[Hurricane Jack]

A few exceptions, late 40's 3X from Harry Yesness, The Don.


A 30's 3X from Visalia Stock Saddle Co., Rancheros model

Vic, have you ever posted up the Stetson 3X Rancheros? I did a Google but only turned up Ranchers. I'd like to see more.

 

[carouselvic]

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/rarcheros-visitadores-1951-w-graphics-by-joe-de-yong.62898/

I started a thread a while back, if the link doesn't work for you let me know

 

[deadlyhandsome]

My latest 3X is unlike any of my others. The open crown is 5 3/4” and the raw edge brim is 2 3/4” wide. The felt is wonderful in a sturdy western way and I always like skinny ribbons. It is easily dry creased and has a nice hand. The liner is stitched in. Absolutely nothing hiding behind the sweatband. It was described horribly by the seller and I feared it was going to be a 6 5/8, but it fits perfectly so definitely a 7 5/8.

 

[Rmccamey]

Another great hat for your collection, Brent.

My latest 3X is unlike any of my others. The open crown is 5 3/4” and the raw edge brim is 2 3/4” wide. The felt is wonderful in a sturdy western way and I always like skinny ribbons. It is easily dry creased and has a nice hand. The liner is stitched in. Absolutely nothing hiding behind the sweatband. It was described horribly by the seller and I feared it was going to be a 6 5/8, but it fits perfectly so definitely a 7 5/8.

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[deadlyhandsome]

Another great hat for your collection, Brent.

Thanks, Randy. Not doing so well in the vintage market finding hats in my size.

 

[Blare]

My latest 3X is unlike any of my others. The open crown is 5 3/4” and the raw edge brim is 2 3/4” wide. The felt is wonderful in a sturdy western way and I always like skinny ribbons. It is easily dry creased and has a nice hand. The liner is stitched in. Absolutely nothing hiding behind the sweatband. It was described horribly by the seller and I feared it was going to be a 6 5/8, but it fits perfectly so definitely a 7 5/8.

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A fine hat indeed. Congratulations Brent!

 

[StoryPNW]

Just stumbled across this thread with the recent posts, I have picked up a couple vintage 3x's recently, very different but I really like both of them. The first is this stingy brim, which has a little longer felt to it and it feels terrific. I wish it had a little more brim though.



The second is my Open Road, I really like this hat although it seems slightly smaller even though they are both 7 1/2. Both hats are in terrific shape though and I'm very happy with my purchases.

 

[Just Daniel]

This little treasure went mostly unnoticed in the excitement over the big Clear Nutria, but what a wonderful surprise when the one detail missed in the sales pics turned out to be a Fray tag and a beaver/rainbow 3X Boss of the Plains.

It needs a little cleaning and there is one little spot there on the front of the hat, but I could not be happier.

 

[alanfgag]

This little treasure went mostly unnoticed in the excitement over the big Clear Nutria, but what a wonderful surprise when the one detail missed in the sales pics turned out to be a Fray tag and a beaver/rainbow 3X Boss of the Plains.

It needs a little cleaning and there is one little spot there on the front of the hat, but I could not be happier.

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That’s a great piece of Stetson history.

 

[Robieman]

Picked up this 3X western recently.
The 3X designation in the sweat is different than most.
Both roundels have the stars, and the liner doesn’t have plastic on it.


Has this label concerning the liner, and the reorder labels.


Anyone have an idea when this one was born?
Edit: thought I’d add the size tag and store stamp.