German & Austrian Hutmachers

[alanfgag]

Thank you both... I do enjoy wearing my hats in this form but a good fit is key. I have had others (the newer Peschel was one) where the tops of my ears are doing all the work. ;^)

 

[steur]

Thank you both... I do enjoy wearing my hats in this form but a good fit is key. I have had others (the newer Peschel was one) where the tops of my ears are doing all the work. ;^)

Hey, that's what my wife says is the only thing I use mine for!

 

[mayserwegener]

Some photographs of a recently received old Austrian velour which has passed through several Lounge member collections before arriving in mine. I am deeply grateful that none sought to enlarge the size or alter form of the hat, which fits and suits me perfectly. I've lost track of the original photos - perhaps Steve has them? Described as an Anton Peschel though all labels are gone so I can't confirm. It's original sweatband shows made in Austria, which, if Peschel, would have the manufacture date c.1914, before the move to Czechoslovakia. At least I think so.

I have owned three hats from Anton Peschel and they show a remarkable similarity despite the fifty years and much tumult that separate their felting. They feel like a fur. American longhair finishes (I have many of these) are generally more rustic. With the softness comes a challenge in that the hat does not respond well to having the brim worn down in front, as many prefer. The flange is deeply scooped, perhaps to control the soft brim when worn with an upward swoop. I am very happy to wear it in that fashion.

The sweatband and ribbon have been replaced by Art Fawcett. The work is nice and fitting. The photos of the original sweatband show an olive ribbon, which is an interesting reminder of the unusual color palette of my 1960s Peschel. I might look to explore that at some point. The crown showed a matted line around it - likely the remains of an old crease - perhaps one that looks like the illustration in the advertisement below. I have a small very stiff nylon brush (almost like wire) which, with copious amounts of steam, was very effective at lifting this matted area back to its original loft.

Steve, I am sure you have commented on this hat before, but always enjoy your insights from your continuing research into these Austrian hats.

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1960s Peschel, no longer in my possession:

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Alan, It's really fantastic! I vaguely remember this hat but I can't find it on my website. I will have go back and search. Regardless it's definitely pre WWI and probably just prior. The quality of the Velour is beyond fantastic. The Velour would have been hand wet brushed and made from the finest Hare fur available. This gives it the beautiful luster and fine hand.

 

[Steve1857]

Alan, It's really fantastic! I vaguely remember this hat but I can't find it on my website. I will have go back and search. Regardless it's definitely pre WWI and probably just prior. The quality of the Velour is beyond fantastic. The Velour would have been hand wet brushed and made from the finest Hare fur available. This gives it the beautiful luster and fine hand.

Steve, I remember it as being one of yours, but apologies if it wasn't. You post so many great hats it's hard to keep track [emoji4]

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[mayserwegener]

Steve, I remember it as being one of yours, but apologies if it wasn't. You post so many great hats it's hard to keep track [emoji4]

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Steve, No I have never had this hat but it's a beauty.

 

[splintercellsz]

Steve, I remember it as being one of yours, but apologies if it wasn't. You post so many great hats it's hard to keep track [emoji4]

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it was mine

Alan it looks wonderful being worn by you. glad to see it has arrived to a caring home

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[alanfgag]

Alan, It's really fantastic! I vaguely remember this hat but I can't find it on my website. I will have go back and search. Regardless it's definitely pre WWI and probably just prior. The quality of the Velour is beyond fantastic. The Velour would have been hand wet brushed and made from the finest Hare fur available. This gives it the beautiful luster and fine hand.

Thanks Steve. I did look for it on your site but didn't find it in the Peschel pages. Was hoping to find a label in an old photo of it...

 

[alanfgag]

it was mine

Alan it looks wonderful being worn by you. glad to see it has arrived to a caring home.

Justin, thanks! I can't find your comment on the seller's FB post... did you say that you purchased this hat from Robert (RLK)?

 

[mayserwegener]

it was mine

Alan it looks wonderful being worn by you. glad to see it has arrived to a caring home

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Justin, Did it have a paper label?

 

[mayserwegener]

Thanks Steve. I did look for it on your site but didn't find it in the Peschel pages. Was hoping to find a label in an old photo of it...

Alan, I just asked Justin about it. If it was made in Nový Jičín (Neutitschein, Austria up to WWI) than it's definitely WWI or earlier.

Update:

I found Justin's posts. There wasn't a paper label. He received it from RLK (Robert). I seem to recall this one when Robert found it.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/post-new-hats-here.28145/page-1052#post-1609281

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/german-austrian-hutmachers.32103/page-128#post-1609284

I found Robert's post. The following post is based on a A. Peschel hat Josh found. Josh's photos are missing but he sent them to me a while ago but never got around to re-posting them.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/german-austrian-hutmachers.32103/page-76#post-1376798

"Great hat. Almost bought it too. My old brown velour had a twin sweatband but no other labels so I suppose it was also a Peschel."

 

[splintercellsz]

Justin, thanks! I can't find your comment on the seller's FB post... did you say that you purchased this hat from Robert (RLK)?

I did. many years ago, 2012 time frame probably

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[alanfgag]

Alan, I just asked Justin about it. If it was made in Nový Jičín (Neutitschein, Austria up to WWI) than it's definitely WWI or earlier.

Update:

I found Justin's posts. There wasn't a paper label. He received it from RLK (Robert). I seem to recall this one when Robert found it.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/post-new-hats-here.28145/page-1052#post-1609281

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/german-austrian-hutmachers.32103/page-128#post-1609284

I found Robert's post. The following post is based on a A. Peschel hat Josh found. Josh's photos are missing but he sent them to me a while ago but never got around to re-posting them.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/german-austrian-hutmachers.32103/page-76#post-1376798

"Great hat. Almost bought it too. My old brown velour had a twin sweatband but no other labels so I suppose it was also a Peschel."

Awesome homework... thank you! It is so painful to hunt through these threads with all the photos missing.

I did. many years ago, 2012 time frame probably

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Thanks Justin!

 

[mayserwegener]

Awesome homework... thank you! It is so painful to hunt through these threads with all the photos missing.



Thanks Justin!

Alan, I forgotten about Robert finding this hat. I will post photos of Josh's A. Peschel since they are missing here and on my website.

 

[mayserwegener]

Anton Peschel Neutitschein, 56cm, probably around 1920. This fantastic Austrian Velour belonged to Josh (Joshbru3). The photos Josh originally posted are missing due the the Photobucket policy change. Josh sent these photos to me a while ago but I forgot to post them. The first series of photos are with the damaged original ribbon (the liner was also missing). The second series is with a vintage ribbon / bow that Josh installed. I believe it came from another hat from this time period.

Shown with Snapped Brim but most likely worn Brim Up.

Open Crown

There is no A. Peschel branding on the sweatband so not sure if there was anything on the liner.

This 1920 AP Velour newspaper ad that mentions $25.00 as the regular retail price + an additional war tax so this hat is from the same time period (was Austria prior to 1918).

This hat was for the American market so an external paper tag with American Size 7 was applied.

 

[mayserwegener]

Continued.

Here are the photos with the new ribbon / bow that Josh installed. He also cleaned and brushed the Velour so the flash photos showoff the extreme shine / gloss.

Open Crown

 

[Garrett]

Steve, I still own this Peschel purchased from Josh 6 years ago. One feature of note is the nap runs clockwise. The only other hat I've seen this on is my WW1 era Velour-Hutfabrik Carl Blum, Wels, Austria (Blum-Velour).

 

[mayserwegener]

Steve, I still own this Peschel purchased from Josh 6 years ago. One feature of note is the nap runs clockwise. The only other hat I've seen this on is my WW1 era Velour-Hutfabrik Carl Blum, Wels, Austria (Blum-Velour).

Garrett, Great to hear from you! I hope all is well with you. I am happy that you have this fantastic A. Peschel Neutitschein Velour. You might have told me but I had forgotten. I also forgot about the Velour nap being clockwise. I believe you are the only one with a documented Velour Hutfabrik Carl Blum. Do you still have the amazing + rare antique JHS Velour?

 

[Garrett]

Garrett, Great to hear from you! I hope all is well with you. I am happy that you have this fantastic A. Peschel Neutitschein Velour. You might have told me but I had forgotten. I also forgot about the Velour nap being clockwise. I believe you are the only one with a documented Velour Hutfabrik Carl Blum. Do you still have the amazing + rare antique JHS Velour?

 

[mayserwegener]

Garrett, Thanks! These are great new photos! This is the Crown Jewel in my opinion!

Side Note: The form of Garrett's old JHS Velour Hat is similar to Edward VII Homburg Hat and from the same time period. Museum piece!

 

[Garrett]

Steve, I've been meaning to send this hat to you for examination. Let me know if that's something you'd like to do.