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

[deadlyhandsome]

My latest 3X: a western long hair:

 

[RossRYoung]

Wow, something about those long hair Westerns!!

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Wow, something about those long hair Westerns!!

I love them too. I wasn’t sure how popular they are, but this hat sold (buy it now) on ebay with 10 minutes of my listing it. I hope the new owner likes it as much as I do.

 

[Rmccamey]

Very interesting. I always wonder why those long hairs weren't a separate model or series in the catalog.

My latest 3X: a western long hair:

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[jlee562]

Long hair western is my new grail hat!

 

[Frunobulax]

This is called getting lucky in Vegas. Stetson 3X Mode Edge, OPS-Era with an original price of $15. I picked this up on a decent BIN on eBay from a seller in Las Vegas, so I am going to jump to the conclusion that I'm the third owner (including the seller).

This is a fantastic hat, a BEAST, if I may steal a term. Great, supple 3X felt with all the accoutrements - Mode Edge, wind trolley, the works. It's a monster, too, with a 6" Open Crown and a 2 3/4" brim. I found the OPS tag while uncovering the re-order tag, as the owner had gently tucked it up behind the liner. Block 123 is interesting.

I tried to find any historical information on Christensen's Menswear on Fremont Street. As this area is now the Fremont St. Experience, all the old businesses are gone. In poking around the history, I found a reference to a Christensen's jewelers, but no menswear.

Oilskin liner tip cover.

This one's going to be a favorite.

 

[RossRYoung]

Nice! Can’t wait to see a bash and wear pics, love that store print too. Great snag

 

[jlee562]

Great score! The interplay between the felt, ribbon, and wind trolley tones is perfect.

 

[Bamaboots]

This is called getting lucky in Vegas. Stetson 3X Mode Edge, OPS-Era with an original price of $15. I picked this up on a decent BIN on eBay from a seller in Las Vegas, so I am going to jump to the conclusion that I'm the third owner (including the seller).
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This is a fantastic hat, a BEAST, if I may steal a term. Great, supple 3X felt with all the accoutrements - Mode Edge, wind trolley, the works. It's a monster, too, with a 6" Open Crown and a 2 3/4" brim. I found the OPS tag while uncovering the re-order tag, as the owner had gently tucked it up behind the liner. Block 123 is interesting.

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I tried to find any historical information on Christensen's Menswear on Fremont Street. As this area is now the Fremont St. Experience, all the old businesses are gone. In poking around the history, I found a reference to a Christensen's jewelers, but no menswear.

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Oilskin liner tip cover.

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Thid one's going to be a favorite.

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Great get, Jim. That is a great looking hat and suits you to a T.

 

[Blare]

This is called getting lucky in Vegas. Stetson 3X Mode Edge, OPS-Era with an original price of $15. I picked this up on a decent BIN on eBay from a seller in Las Vegas, so I am going to jump to the conclusion that I'm the third owner (including the seller).
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This is a fantastic hat, a BEAST, if I may steal a term. Great, supple 3X felt with all the accoutrements - Mode Edge, wind trolley, the works. It's a monster, too, with a 6" Open Crown and a 2 3/4" brim. I found the OPS tag while uncovering the re-order tag, as the owner had gently tucked it up behind the liner. Block 123 is interesting.

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I tried to find any historical information on Christensen's Menswear on Fremont Street. As this area is now the Fremont St. Experience, all the old businesses are gone. In poking around the history, I found a reference to a Christensen's jewelers, but no menswear.

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Oilskin liner tip cover.

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Thid one's going to be a favorite.

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Wow. Nice one Jim

 

[Frunobulax]

Nice! Can’t wait to see a bash and wear pics, love that store print too. Great snag

Great score! The interplay between the felt, ribbon, and wind trolley tones is perfect.

Great get, Jim. That is a great looking hat and suits you to a T.

Wow. Nice one Jim

Thank you, gentlemen! May the hat gods smile as warmly upon you.

 

[Gobi]

Got this one a few years ago. I think one of the kids caused a mark on the crown pinch. I havent tried to sand it out yet. Looks like it might be blood. Probably from a bloody nose. I since started hanging it in my music room. I replaced the sweatband when I got it. The original is around here somewhere. The liner is currently out of the hat until I get the stain taken care of.

Nice vivid colors on the back of the liner

 

[M Hatman]

My latest 3X: a western long hair:

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Holy Cow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SWEET!!!!!!!!

 

[M Hatman]

This is called getting lucky in Vegas. Stetson 3X Mode Edge, OPS-Era with an original price of $15. I picked this up on a decent BIN on eBay from a seller in Las Vegas, so I am going to jump to the conclusion that I'm the third owner (including the seller).
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This is a fantastic hat, a BEAST, if I may steal a term. Great, supple 3X felt with all the accoutrements - Mode Edge, wind trolley, the works. It's a monster, too, with a 6" Open Crown and a 2 3/4" brim. I found the OPS tag while uncovering the re-order tag, as the owner had gently tucked it up behind the liner. Block 123 is interesting.

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I tried to find any historical information on Christensen's Menswear on Fremont Street. As this area is now the Fremont St. Experience, all the old businesses are gone. In poking around the history, I found a reference to a Christensen's jewelers, but no menswear.

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Oilskin liner tip cover.

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This one's going to be a favorite.

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REALLY Nice Catch!!!!!~

 

[Frunobulax]

REALLY Nice Catch!!!!!~

Thanks, Mark You've been a little scarce recently. Hope everything is good with you.

 

[M Hatman]

Thanks, Mark You've been a little scarce recently. Hope everything is good with you.

Well......as well as everybody is with all the crap going on......
BUT, I am back and posting!!!!!
AND still finding hat stuff!!!!!
Best,
M

 

[Blare]

Well......as well as everybody is with all the crap going on......
BUT, I am back and posting!!!!!
AND still finding hat stuff!!!!!
Best,
M

 

[BobHufford]

This was on the 'Bay awhile back. Figured it should be in here ... (not mine)

 

[Frunobulax]

Another 3X, this one from a local vintage shop, Feathers. As told in another thread, I walked away from this at first, because I thought she was asking a little too much and it was a 7 1/8 (me being a 7 1/4). But then, I was overcome by the First Rule of Acquisition and decided I might be able to make a buck on the Bay with it. Trouble was, the store was closed for several days as the owner's son, who has been manning the joint lately because Mom is being Covid-cautious, had quarantined himself due to possible exposure.

During this time, the local downtown partnership sent me a complimentary gift card, which reduced the price and piqued my interest even more. The store was open when I drove by a couple of days before Christmas, so I went in and scored it. Then, I convinced myself not to sell it because, even at 7 1/8, it measures just a RCH less than a 7 1/4. Although a bit snug, it fits - it just "rides high" if you get my drift.

Enough story. This is an interesting 3X. Every other 3X I have is pretty substantial, thicker felt. This hat is more like a Playboy with a very pettable finish. Even blocked on B122, it has a PB profile. Raw edge, however, no brim stitching.

5 1/2" crown
2 5/8" raw edge brim
Self-felted thin ribbon
B122 Block
Stitched liner

Open crown

Dry crease

A couple of days ago, I found a couple of images of Neighbour's Men's Shop in Middletown, OH. Now I can't find them again for the life of me!

 

[Blare]

Another 3X, this one from a local vintage shop, Feathers. As told in another thread, I walked away from this at first, because I thought she was asking a little too much and it was a 7 1/8 (me being a 7 1/4). But then, I was overcome by the First Rule of Acquisition and decided I might be able to make a buck on the Bay with it. Trouble was, the store was closed for several days as the owner's son, who has been manning the joint lately because Mom is being Covid-cautious, had quarantined himself due to possible exposure.

During this time, the local downtown partnership sent me a complimentary gift card, which reduced the price and piqued my interest even more. The store was open when I drove by a couple of days before Christmas, so I went in and scored it. Then, I convinced myself not to sell it because, even at 7 1/8, it measures just a RCH less than a 7 1/4. Although a bit snug, it fits - it just "rides high" if you get my drift.

Enough story. This is an interesting 3X. Every other 3X I have is pretty substantial, thicker felt. This hat is more like a Playboy with a very pettable finish. Even blocked on B122, it has a PB profile. Raw edge, however, no brim stitching.

5 1/2" crown
2 5/8" raw edge brim
Self-felted thin ribbon
B122 Block
Stitched liner

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A couple of days ago, I found a couple of images of Neighbour's Men's Shop in Middletown, OH. Now I can't find them again for the life of me!

Looks great Jim. Glad it worked out