Long Hair Brushed Finish

[Verno]

There shouldn't be an issue with asking this question. I do have an example and is neither from Optimo nor Black Sheep. This example is from a hatter who has sadly passed away so can't really ask him directly.
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I recognize those hats! They belonged to the late Alex Conley III.
An amazing gentleman. Great pleasure meeting Alex and having him make me a hat. I had hoped to have him make me a long hair fedora.

 

[Redfokker]

How about a Mike Miller long hair finish? Went on a trek this morning to pick up the Aubergine Meluse Rabbit 1920s Style. Got the inspiration from a Downton Abby image and Mike took it from there. More in the appropriate threads soon.

 

[belfastboy]

How about a Mike Miller long hair finish? Went on a trek this morning to pick up the Aubergine Meluse Rabbit 1920s Style. Got the inspiration from a Downton Abby image and Mike took it from there. More in the appropriate threads soon. View attachment 345309 View attachment 345310

Mike is a master of taking a photo and creating a brilliant real world replication.

 

[Redfokker]

Mike is a master of taking a photo and creating a brilliant real world replication.

Yes, he has done a few for me. Based on period photographs, he replicated some iconic hats from history.

 

[belfastboy]

Yes, he has done a few for me. Based on period photographs, he replicated some iconic hats from history.

Yes, and a few for me as well....never disappoints.