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German & Austrian Hutmachers

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Charlie, Frunobulax, Thanks! I have no idea why they are wrapped in paper (looks old) with old photographs (some portraits). I am trying to get information on their background. I believe they come from the same source as the previous plates. So far the 3 hat companies (JHS, BB, AP) of Neutitschein / Nový Jičín have been represented (maybe others) and the hat makers union in Prague.
 
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Josef Pichler & Söhne, Graz, Feb. 26, 1910

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Is there a traditional place to fix a feather on a Geman hat?
Just moved this from the general hat topic but can't get rid there, so posted here. Anyone want to help me?

Hi all, I have just bought a couple of feathers fixed in small silver cones similar to those worn in German style hats.
My question is, is there a traditional way to affix these feathers? To which side of the hat and are these particular to Austrian/ German Tyrol styles. I have a large brimmed fedora I wish to attach the feather to.
Thanks, J.
 
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Is there a traditional place to fix a feather on a Geman hat?
Just moved this from the general hat topic but can't get rid there, so posted here. Anyone want to help me?

Hi all, I have just bought a couple of feathers fixed in small silver cones similar to those worn in German style hats.
My question is, is there a traditional way to affix these feathers? To which side of the hat and are these particular to Austrian/ German Tyrol styles. I have a large brimmed fedora I wish to attach the feather to.
Thanks, J.
Normally it would be at the rear of the bow or rope loop / knot. I would have to see the hat and the feather. Take look at this.

Serious Hutschmuck, Austria early 1900s.

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Trenchfriend mentioned a Schützenhut which incorporates a rooster feather. Here is a fantastic high end example from around 1900.

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Wow is right, Steve! Just an amazing lid and feathers. He should be a Lounge member!

Trenchfriend that typewriter looks eerily like an enigma machine from that angle. Cool piece of history, sir!
 

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Not yet bought a proper German hat yet but I have fedora styles at the moment and would like to adorn these.
Next year I hope to visit the Black Forrest, Bavarian Alps and purchase a genuine Tyrol hat. The lower photograph is excellent. Thanks for posting.
 
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J. Hückel´s Söhne, Seiden Zylinder with original case probably 1930s. This one came from a source in the Czech Republic. I really like that JHS used a silk ribbon / bow vs a cloth band which is more typical. Also that the original case survived especially since it's paper based.

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Thanks! The silk needs some cleaning in spots from dust but other than that it's in near mint condition. I saw you posted a Trachten Velour hat made in West Germany for Disney in the WHAYWT thread. Did you post details here? I might be able to tell what hat company made it.
 

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