M.C. Gannon Hat Company

[Short Balding Guy]

I am feeling guilty in instigating the brief wander away from Gannon Hats. Apologies.

Back to Gannon Hats; I have some travel time the next days to day dream about future hats. What kind of hat do I wish for? I posted a few inspirations and even looked up a couple of 4+ year old threads on the forum to check out some hats. Folks do you have any current shots of your Gannon Hats out in the wild that would continue my day dream? Share any upcoming projects and inspirations?

Here are a couple recent pics -

Holiday travel blues averted, Eric -

 

[Guardian Enzo]

Thanks. I got a sample of the Silverbelly Michael uses but it was much more in the light blue/grey vein that that, which looks more like a light tan.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Thanks. I got a sample of the Silverbelly Michael uses but it was much more in the light blue/grey vein that that, which looks more like a light tan.

That is the silver belly color! Silvermist is a bright white with gray/blue tones. The bone is...bone.

I still suggest using the Rabbit posts on the Art Fawcett thread for felt color representations. That gentleman was incredible thorough and his artistic eye is excellent. He had posted some comparative shots of the lighter toned felts (which I find harder to differentiate) that was spot on helpful. Download the photos and save them. They do come in handy.

 

[ConsiderMeMilesDavis]

I've got to ask: To go with blue suits, would you august men recommend navy blue or black cherry? I'm thinking blue or gray ribbon and binding. I'm in the cue for one myself.

Blue suit always equals brown shoes + brown hat. But that's just me...

 

[EstherWeis]

I agree, even tan can look great with blue.

 

[1mach1]

Fantastic photos and hats Eric. You have a great selection!

 

[RJR]

Fantastic photos and hats Eric. You have a great selection!

+1

 

[Chamuco]

Madrid tonight linen beret by Tardan

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[belfastboy]

I am feeling guilty in instigating the brief wander away from Gannon Hats. Apologies.

Back to Gannon Hats; I have some travel time the next days to day dream about future hats. What kind of hat do I wish for? I posted a few inspirations and even looked up a couple of 4+ year old threads on the forum to check out some hats. Folks do you have any current shots of your Gannon Hats out in the wild that would continue my day dream? Share any upcoming projects and inspirations?

Here are a couple recent pics -
I just received word from Michael that my Whiskey with a Rust bow is ready to ship. I ripped off Moon's hat as it looked so great. This will be my first Gannon after 4 NorthWest custom.

Holiday travel blues averted, Eric -

 

[ConsiderMeMilesDavis]

Fresh off Michael's hat stand:

In the spirit of the forum, and because imitation is the sincerest form of flattery:

FELT: Silvermist
RIBBON/TRIM: Silverbelly
CROWN: 5 3/4"
BRIM: 2 3/4"
RIBBON: 1 1/2"
BINDING: 1/2"

Headshots to come.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Fresh off Michael's hat stand:In the spirit of the forum, and because imitation is the sincerest form of flattery:
FELT: Silvermist
RIBBON/TRIM: Silverbelly
CROWN: 5 3/4"
BRIM: 2 3/4"
RIBBON: 1 1/2"
BINDING: 1/2"
Headshots to come.

Wow, classy combination of ribbon, cord, felt. Can not wait to see live shots of the hat in the wilds.

You should be proud, both artisan and commissioner. Best, Eric -

 

[Guardian Enzo]

Is that the "new" Silvermist, or the old one?

 

[ConsiderMeMilesDavis]

Is that the "new" Silvermist, or the old one?

Old.

 

[Eliesti]

Is that the "new" Silvermist, or the old one?

What's the difference?


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[Guardian Enzo]

From what Michael told me, the new Silvermist isn't quite as thin, and has a bit more blue to it.

 

[ConsiderMeMilesDavis]

What's the difference?


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From Michael himself:

Old felt on the left, new felt on the right.

@Guardian Enzo is correct, the new felt is supposedly thicker and noticeably more blue.

 

[Eliesti]

From Michael himself:

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Old felt on the left, new felt on the right.

@Guardian Enzo is correct, the new felt is supposedly thicker and noticeably more blue.

Does thinner mean better?


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[Short Balding Guy]

Smoking ribs on the grill this evening. Waiting gave me time to get a Gannon Family pics.

(R-L: charcoal, silvermist, moss green and silver belly)

Enjoy your Sunday evening, Eric -

 

[Michael R.]

Does thinner mean better?


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I'm no expert Eli , but from the one (actually two) that I have , and the Hats I remember as a kid , they are lighter , and more malleable (shape easier) , and much softer . But I could be wrong , but that's my experience .

 

[Michael R.]

Smoking ribs on the grill this evening. Waiting gave me time to get a Gannon Family pics.

(R-L: charcoal, silvermist, moss green and silver belly)

Enjoy your Sunday evening, Eric -

Handsome Family Photo Eric ! I know Michael is pouncing more , and working to get the fur felt even finer , but what are your thoughts on the color VS softness ? I know we talk about some colors during the dying process seem to become softer than others . Like in Akubra CDs the general consensus is the BGG seem softer , and many say Silver Mist from Winchester is some of their finest .