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

[Bob Beecher]

I would call this a VICTORY! I don't usually sell on eBay, but I got this Richman Brothers hat from another seller who advertised it as a size 8 -- my size! Of course, it turned out to be a 7-1/2. Well, I only paid $15.50 for the hat and I knew that I could turn it around for a profit. There are many more bidders attracted to a 7-1/2 than to a size 8. Also, I provided plenty of info and pix, including what the heck a "wind cord" is, etc.

My not-too-good picture from the eBay listing. The color is actually a rich, chocolate brown:

The hat sold for $127.50 to a gentleman from Albuquerque.

 

[Marshall]

Congrats Bob, that is a fantastic sale!

 

[MikePotts]

Great snag Rodkins, I was giving it serious consideration. Glad it went to a good home.

MP

 

[Rodkins]

Great snag Rodkins, I was giving it serious consideration. Glad it went to a good home.

MP

I'll let you know if it doesn't work for me

 

[MikePotts]

I'll let you know if it doesn't work for me

Get thee behind me Rodkins!

MP

 

[Jedwbpm]

I'll let you know if it doesn't work for me

I saw that hat Mike and thought of you and your wee little head.

Jeff

 

[newturnofphrase]

I would call this a VICTORY! I don't usually sell on eBay, but I got this Richman Brothers hat from another seller who advertised it as a size 8 -- my size! Of course, it turned out to be a 7-1/2. Well, I only paid $15.50 for the hat and I knew that I could turn it around for a profit. There are many more bidders attracted to a 7-1/2 than to a size 8. Also, I provided plenty of info and pix, including what the heck a "wind cord" is, etc.

My not-too-good picture from the eBay listing. The color is actually a rich, chocolate brown:

The hat sold for $127.50 to a gentleman from Albuquerque.

Size 8?? Dear god, finding vintage hats in your size must be an epic struggle... good on you for making a profit on a misrepresented item.

 

[Rodkins]

Get thee behind me Rodkins!

MP

You are definitely first in line, MP

 

[MikePotts]

You are definitely first in line, MP

'preciate the thought Mike, but the reason I didn't pull the trigger on it when I had the chance is that it is (just like the other hat) way too nice for me. I'm much happier with my old stained Marathon, new Towncraft & Richmans, a nice selection that I don't have to 'baby'.

MP

 

[Rodkins]

'preciate the thought Mike, but the reason I didn't pull the trigger on it when I had the chance is that it is (just like the other hat) way too nice for me. I'm much happier with my old stained Marathon, new Towncraft & Richmans, a nice selection that I don't have to 'baby'.

MP

10-4 . I'll keep you in mind when I decide to part with one with more "character"

 

[Rodkins]

I saw that hat Mike and thought of you and your wee little head.

Jeff

There aren't too many people out there that would call 23 inches a wee little head

 

[rlk]

Knox Tom'n' Jerry

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260899776121#ht_19433wt_1314
adjustable sweatband Patent of '53 http://ip.com/patent/US2632175
Can you guess the size or dimensions of this hat from the description?

 

[randooch]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260899776121#ht_19433wt_1314
adjustable sweatband Patent of '53 http://ip.com/patent/US2632175
Can you guess the size or dimensions of this hat from the description?

After you get through the seller's passel of contradictions, you're left with that 8 by 7.5 measurement. If that's correct, I'll guess it's a 7 1/2 Regular Oval. Looks like a nice score!

 

[Jedwbpm]

Well you know how us 7 5/8 guys are. Happy Turkey Day Mike.

Jeff

 

[newturnofphrase]

This phenomenal stovepipe arrived today. Looks to be 19th century, probably 1860-1870s. Crown is 6 7/8" tall, and it has brown silk plush on the tip, with black around the pipe and the brim, all of it perfect with no rubbing. A few dents here and there, but totally repairable. Size 7 1/4. See the toppers thread for more pics of this and the great bucket it came with. Definitely a treasure. Given all these awesome qualities, it went for a song.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/19059808654...NX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_500wt_1179

Edit: http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?36577-Toppers-Unite&p=1355112&viewfull=1#post1355112

 

[Lefty]

This is, by leaps and bounds, the coolest cap I've ever seen.

 

[alanfgag]

Agree and am still weeping a bit over losing it... My bid was eaten by the 3G network and never made it in.

 

[AXL DEMOCRACY]

I am not sure if this is the right thread for this, but a couple of years ago I bought a Royal Deluxe Stetson on eBay. It is a size 7 and in very good shape. I don't ever wear it because I realized I liked it more in the photos than in person; just my personal style and taste - I don't like the ribbon and the brim is shaped as a bowler (upwards?). Anyway, I think I paid about $50 for it and am going to re-sell it on eBay. Is $50 a good starting price when selling it? I am not looking to rip off anyone on eBay especially that I think (?) I have been very fortunate with the hats I have won on there so far.
I know photos would help, but the hat is vintage and in great condition; no moth bites. The only downside is the inside lining has a few stains in it; looks like coffee splashes.

 

[Garrett]

Thanks to Josh for the heads-up on this one:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/260896855197?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

 

[zetwal]

Is $50 a good starting price when selling it? I am not looking to rip off anyone on eBay especially that I think (?) I have been very fortunate with the hats I have won on there so far.

In my opinion, the best strategy for selling on eBay is to list your item with a very low opening bid and let people to bid up to the selling point. Good luck with the sale.