M.C. Gannon Hat Company

[FedOregon]

This was what I was thinking about.... only a tall, blocky crown, wide ribbon, wider brim, etc....

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[Michael R.]

Remind me, Michael, what color ribbons did you go with?

Remember @KY Crusader ? He has a natural with "kangaroo" ribbon that's nice, too.

The Ribbon and Binding was Tan . I'll see if I can post a pic .

 

[Zombie_61]

If your ribbon is not going to exactly match the brim binding then the brim binding must match the hat color exactly. Just me.

I agree, so it's not just you. In fact, I'll take it a step further--the brim binding should be color matched to the felt, period. Just me.

 

[Bob Roberts]

I agree, so it's not just you. In fact, I'll take it a step further--the brim binding should be color matched to the felt, period. Just me.

LOL!!!

 

[ChicagoWayVito]

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Another option here would be to have an underwelt treatment done on the brim instead of the bound edge. I have two underwelted hats and really do like them. It does add a little bulk at the edge though. Not sure if Michael is setup for doing welted brims or not though.

 

[Redfokker]

I agree, so it's not just you. In fact, I'll take it a step further--the brim binding should be color matched to the felt, period. Just me.

+1 I went with a felt matching binding on my Navy Gannon, to give it a more formal look. My next Gannon will be all about the matching of the ribbon and a more casual, showy look.

 

[Bob Roberts]

Another option here would be to have an underwelt treatment done on the brim instead of the bound edge. I have two underwelted hats and really do like them. It does add a little bulk at the edge though. Not sure if Michael is setup for doing welted brims or not though.

I like underwelts.

 

[Bob Roberts]

+1 I went with a felt matching binding on my Navy Gannon, to give it a more formal look. My next Gannon will be all about the matching of the ribbon and a more casual, showy look.

I often like contrasts but just not 3 or 4 going on at the same time, lookin like a tossed salad.

 

[Bob Roberts]

I find this color chart helpful in choosing colors I find most aesthetically pleasing.

Hope some find it helpful.
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[FedOregon]

The Ribbon and Binding was Tan . I'll see if I can post a pic .

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I remember now. Thanks, Michael. Great hat!

 

[Zombie_61]

I often like contrasts but just not 3 or 4 going on at the same time, lookin like a tossed salad.

I like contrasts between the ribbon and the felt, but when the brim binding contrasts as well (regardless of whether or not it's color matched to the ribbon) to me it often "cheapens" the look of the hat and makes it look like a costume item that would be worn in a 1930s-50s musical. But I have rather conservative tastes in many areas, so, again, just me.

 

[Frunobulax]

Slight hijack to the thread, but I get many compliments on this hat, which is light blue, with a wine brim binding and black ribbon. I think the color combo is unique and impressive.

 

[FedOregon]

Everyone has their preferences. I love the looks of a classy Homburg, but think I look like a clown in mine (which I'm probably wearing to a funeral today).

I personally think the subtle contrast is killer cool and classy to boot, like these two from Bob Jesse @navarre of Black Sheep Hat Works. The first one with a half blind stitch on the brim binding.

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[steur]

Slight hijack to the thread, but I get many compliments on this hat, which is light blue, with a wine brim binding and black ribbon. I think the color combo is unique and impressive.

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So it is! Great look. Love that blue colour.

 

[steur]

Everyone has their preferences. I love the looks of a classy Homburg, but think I look like a clown in mine (which I'm probably wearing to a funeral today).

I personally think the subtle contrast is killer cool and classy to boot, like these two from Bob Jesse @navarre of Black Sheep Hat Works. The first one with a half blind stitch on the brim binding.

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These do look stunning. Both of them.

 

[RJR]

These do look stunning. Both of them.

+1

 

[Richard Morgan]

The Ribbon and Binding was Tan . I'll see if I can post a pic .

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That's a beauty Michael. It looks a lot like the Santa Rosa Gannon had in his "ready to wear" hats.

 

[Richard Morgan]

I just emailed Michael about ribbons. He has put on the brim binding and flanged it so it was time to make the final choice. I requested photos of both a 3/8" ribbon and a 13/16. They both look great, but I decided to stick with my original intention of doing an OR style hat and go with the 3/8. 5 1/2" open crown and 2 3/4" brim.
I'm liking the contrast between the camel felt and the char brown ribbons.
The two photos 13/16 first.

 

[FedOregon]

I love the look of the felt. That's going to turn out nicely.

 

[Richard Morgan]

I love the look of the felt. That's going to turn out nicely.

Thank you Doug, I think it will. How close are you on your natural? Should be about the same stage, no?