Hat Cleaning Repair & Restoration: Where?

[coble]

www.blacksheephatworks.com (i trust in his work, he's a talent to be reckoned with, check his website and he actually shows a photo of a hat he restored, and its awesome.) Bob is located in washington state

www.limpiacreekhats.com (i've met the lady who makes the hats and restores them as well and seen her work, the shop is 15 minutes from my house, she just does amazing work.) Houston, Texas

 

[Eric P]

Dave at DbarJ in Las Vegas, Nevada does good work. http://dbarjhats.net/

 

[Splitcoil]

I'd add Alexander Conley in Seattle to the list, with a caveat:
http://www.halcyon.com/hatter/about.html

He did remarkable work on a couple hats of mine that other people had screwed up, and he's reasonable. I wouldn't ask him to bind a brim usually, and he himself will warn you ahead of time that his method for doing bindings is not orthodox and may not look right on some hats (though it's bulletproof and I love it on the one hat I had him do).

I don't know if he's accustomed to doing business by mail, but drop him a line and talk and I imagine he'd do it. He's also just great fun to talk to.

 

[Tango Yankee]

Just FYI: I don't know if it's changed recently, but as I understand it Art generally limits his hat repair services to those who are existing customers of his to minimize the impact on his hat making business. If he's made a hat for you in the past, you're an existing customer.

I'm sure he'll correct me if I'm wrong and it's possible he makes exceptions, but that's the policy as I understand it.

Cheers,
Tom

 

[RBH]

Just FYI: I don't know if it's changed recently, but as I understand it Art generally limits his hat repair services to those who are existing customers of his to minimize the impact on his hat making business. If he's made a hat for you in the past, you're an existing customer.

I'm sure he'll correct me if I'm wrong and it's possible he makes exceptions, but that's the policy as I understand it.

Cheers,
Tom

I believe you are correct TY.

 

[J. M. Stovall]

I picked up at WWII wool officer's cap not too long ago at an antique store that didn't realize what they had. It's in great shape except for the sweat is missing. Does anyone have experience getting a hat like this worked on? I was thinking of sending it to Optimo but maybe they are not the best choice for this.

 

[gtdean48]

I picked up at WWII wool officer's cap not too long ago at an antique store that didn't realize what they had. It's in great shape except for the sweat is missing. Does anyone have experience getting a hat like this worked on? I was thinking of sending it to Optimo but maybe they are not the best choice for this.

There was a guy here recently that did WW2 crusher caps...

 

[Fletch]

Hamline Cleaners in St. Paul, MN claims to be the only hat restorer in a 5-state area. a) is that true? and b) are they any good?

 

[DougC]

Paris Hatters in San Antonio, Texas can repair westerns and fedoras. Rick is the man when it comes to cleaning hats and putting on new ribbons and bindings.

http://www.parishatters.com

 

[UnclePete]

Hi All,
Can anyone recommend someone to do restoration on a couple of hats
in the New England region.
Thanks, Uncle Pete

 

[hatsRme]

Boston, Salmagundi or New Haven, DelMonicos. Or are you more in the Lubec, Maine part of New England?

 

[hatsRme]

Hi All,
Can anyone recommend someone to do restoration on a couple of hats
in the New England region.
Thanks, Uncle Pete

Hey, Uncle Pete! I forgot to welcome you, sir.

I can’t think of anybody in Lubec.

 

[UnclePete]

Hey, Uncle Pete! I forgot to welcome you, sir.

I can’t think of anybody in Lubec.

North Central MA.........Thanks!

 

[Weatherman]

I just found a 70s era Borsalino at a flea market. The felt is in great condition but the sweat band has light mold. Whats the best way to clean this hat?

 

[deadlyhandsome]

I just found a 70s era Borsalino at a flea market. The felt is in great condition but the sweat band has light mold. Whats the best way to clean this hat?

Maybe alcohol? It should kill the mold and it shouldn’t hurt the leather as long as it hasn’t rotted. I prefer denatured ethanol over rubbing (isopropyl). I’d make a few applications and be sure to work it into the leather. The alcohol will strip some of the natural oils from the leather so be sure to condition it with a quality leather conditioner after you’re done and all the alcohol has evaporated. Also be aware there is a possibility that the alcohol solvent and the mechanical rubbing could discolor the leather.


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[Weatherman]

Thanks. Isn't there someone on this forum that cleans and reconditions hats?

 

[Frunobulax]

Thanks. Isn't there someone on this forum that cleans and reconditions hats?

Several of the custom makers will perform this service. I'd recommend Scott (member @bond), who can be reached through Fine Vintage Fedoras on Etsy.

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[deadlyhandsome]

Thanks. Isn't there someone on this forum that cleans and reconditions hats?

Most hatters offer that service. I send most of my work to VS or to a local shop.

https://vscustomhats.com/services/




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[belfastboy]

Several of the custom makers will perform this service. I'd recommend Scott (member @bond), who can be reached through Fine Vintage Fedoras on Etsy.

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I second this post. Your hat will be in good hands

 

[Weatherman]

Several of the custom makers will perform this service. I'd recommend Scott (member @bond), who can be reached through Fine Vintage Fedoras on Etsy.

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Thanks, I've been in touch with Scott!