Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest

[drmaxtejeda]

Uh, you new 'round here? [emoji1]

Glad you didn't post it, as well. As it was mis-categorized under "horse memorabilia," I was counting on that keeping the interest (and hence the price) down.


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I have "Demon Hanover" in my eBay searches, and got an email about it. If I see another, I will tell you.

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[Frunobulax]

I have "Demon Hanover" in my eBay searches, and got an email about it. If I see another, I will tell you.

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Another reason I wanted it is you said you wanted one. So I wanted two so I could rub it in. [emoji41]


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[drmaxtejeda]

Another reason I wanted it is you said you wanted one. So I wanted two so I could rub it in. [emoji41]


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Hahaha. Now I have a hatter in Mexico City who can reblock a hat to my size, so watch out.



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[AbbaDatDeHat]

I thought of telling you about it, but I knew you already had one, and didn't think you wanted another. I did tell someone else, but he said he was running low on funds at that moment.
I thought of just posting a link to it, but then I remembered Brent saying that was a no-no, so I didn't. He was a small-arms instructor for 30 years, and looks even more intimidating with his new mustache...

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Wait till he retires and see what he looks like!! Ha ha
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[Redfokker]

Wait till he retires and see what he looks like!! Ha ha
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[humanshoes]

I told myself I wouldn't buy any more hats when I can damn well make them for myself, but it's just too hard to pass up a nice old, bound edge Stagecoach for less than price of dinner. I didn't take a before picture, but this one had the standard, hideous macramé hatband so you can imagine. A quick brushing, dry crease, an old Boy Scout band, and she's good to go.

 

[Frunobulax]

Hahaha. Now I have a hatter in Mexico City who can reblock a hat to my size, so watch out.



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Yeah, but in this case, my challenge is to try to make it useful to me without ruining the integrity of a rare collectible. If I can't preserve it sweatband intact, I won't keep it, and I'll find somebody it fits who can appreciate it.


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[AbbaDatDeHat]

Yeah, but in this case, my challenge is to try to make it useful to me without ruining the integrity of a rare collectible. If I can't preserve it sweatband intact, I won't keep it, and I'll find somebody it fits who can appreciate it.


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A err...what size might it be kind and wonderful Sir? If i might be so bold to inquire. Grovel grovel
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[drmaxtejeda]

Wait till he retires and see what he looks like!! Ha ha
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Gandalf with guns, instead of a staff! Fearsome!

Man, am I glad I don't think I will catch a leather jacket addiction. I've seen what they go for in the classifieds.

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[drmaxtejeda]

Yeah, but in this case, my challenge is to try to make it useful to me without ruining the integrity of a rare collectible. If I can't preserve it sweatband intact, I won't keep it, and I'll find somebody it fits who can appreciate it.


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I guess that means you wouldn't paas it on to me

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[drmaxtejeda]

A err...what size might it be kind and wonderful Sir? If i might be so bold to inquire. Grovel grovel
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I never told you about it because you said you were on the wagon, Bowen, remember?

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[AbbaDatDeHat]

Gandalf with guns, instead of a staff! Fearsome!

Man, am I glad I don't think I will catch a leather jacket addiction. I've seen what they go for in the classifieds.

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It’s all the same rabbit hole to fall into...just depends on what you wanna wear for the trip!
I choose nice hats, leather jackets, fly fishing gear, cowboy boots, thermonuclear expansion devices....etc. just regular old stuff.
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[Frunobulax]

A err...what size might it be kind and wonderful Sir? If i might be so bold to inquire. Grovel grovel
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7 1/8 is in your wheelhouse, no?

I'm really going to try to make it work, though. I have a few ideas.


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[AbbaDatDeHat]

Yes it is oh kind and wonderful benevolent soul.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Wait till he retires and see what he looks like!! Ha ha
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You know, I might give that look a try. I think I could pull it off (sans the leather jacket).


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[drmaxtejeda]

Yeah, but in this case, my challenge is to try to make it useful to me without ruining the integrity of a rare collectible. If I can't preserve it sweatband intact, I won't keep it, and I'll find somebody it fits who can appreciate it.


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Can't the sweatband be put back on after reblocking, and just add a small extension? I have a Simeon Zlateff homburg that has one like that. That way you could still keep it.

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[Frunobulax]

Can't the sweatband be put back on after reblocking, and just add a small extension? I have a Simeon Zlateff homburg that has one like that. That way you could still keep it.

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That's something I'm thinking about. This is a reeded sweat, so that's a possibility. But much will depend on the condition of the sweat. It looked to be in good shape in the pics. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.


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[Just Daniel]

I agree, resizing with an extension works well, and that hat stays on a caring head!

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Can't the sweatband be put back on after reblocking, and just add a small extension? I have a Simeon Zlateff homburg that has one like that. That way you could still keep it.

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[AbbaDatDeHat]

You know, I might give that look a try. I think I could pull it off (sans the leather jacket).


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Shit Deadly, i know what your problem is. You’re just afraid that once you touch that “Rich Corinthian Leather” it’ll be game over, 401k down the drain, Calif forever!! Ha
I def got the perfect jacket for ya!! No sweat!! Drink the kool aid man!!
You can’t get this grain and “hand” at the mall!! Lol
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[deadlyhandsome]

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Shit Deadly, i know what your problem is. You’re just afraid that once you touch that “Rich Corinthian Leather” it’ll be game over, 401k down the drain, Calif forever!! Ha
I def got the perfect jacket for ya!! No sweat!! Drink the kool aid man!!
You can’t get this grain and “hand” at the mall!! Lol
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You know... that’s not far from the truth. The last thing I need is another expensive hobby/collection and I’m scared to even open the door. “Corinthian Leather,” whatever that is, doesn’t sound cheap. I don’t need Jim Jones Bowen whispering in my ear...and I’m more of a Diet Pepsi guy anyway.

I’ll have a one room flat before I stay in California in retirement.

I will say that jacket looks nice.