Incredible finds, Daniele. A rare treat to see the other Borsalino hats and such a stroke of luck finding these in such a nice condition as well.Second gem in the middle of some overly rolled stone.
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Another creation by G.B. Borsalino fu Lazzaro.
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Bowler size 51/2 or 58 cm or 7 1/4 in the US.
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The internal measures are slightly smaller than yesterday's sister: 19.8x16.4 let's say a 58 with some small restrictions. We are in the presence of a hat for the high end society then in Italy, superb finishes and craftmanship.
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What is noticeably different is the sweatband here in dark green, almost black, so my eyes tell me but it could be just my impressions.
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The bowler hat was sold in the center of Genoa, towards the port in a street that for years was a bit difficult to cross.
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The conditions are perfect and time seems to have not affected the elegance of this hat.
The interior is wonderful and so is the rest.
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The label in the paper states that this bowler hat has no quality designation, but a model name "Ascott".
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This find was lucky and also a good experience helps to have a hat from a hundred years ago here.