New Gus Miller Custom "Bogart"

[Boris K]

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The ribbon was black. I was referring to the sweatband inside the hat.

Great price!

Ahh, I see (I'm not reading well today). So when you referred to the "sweatband" you meant sweatband, not ribbon... DOH!

 

[J.T.Marcus]

Boris, WOW!!! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[Boris K]

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Getting a wrap from the maestro is something you would treasure. Wonder if he gave him a song or two for his pleasure?

Possibly, there are photos of the famous in the store, including a playbill of Pavarotti's.

 

[Boodles]

Nice Bogart replica with a very nice hand bash. It's interesting how fussy many of us are about getting the bash just so when compared with the occasional lumpy bash I see if I look carefully at Bogart's hat, especailly when viewing a good quality DVD.


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[megagene]

That's a really sweet lookin' lid...

 

[Spellflower]

Let me know what you think!

I think that Gus is going to be a very busy man in the next few months, provided that is that you post contact info. Does he have a website?

 

[Boris K]

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Nice Bogart replica with a very nice hand bash. It's interesting how fussy many of us are about getting the bash just so when compared with the occasional lumpy bash I see if I look carefully at Bogart's hat, especailly when viewing a good quality DVD.
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Good observation, Boodles. I noticed that as well and that the bash and brim positions change from scene to scene. Gus told me that in the old days guys would just grab the top sides and squeeze.

 

[mike]

I think that Gus is going to be a very busy man in the next few months, provided that is that you post contact info. Does he have a website?

I couldn't find any contact info for him either. This hat he made for you is a beaut'! You must be very proud! I'd be interested in getting one...

 

[Boris K]

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I think that Gus is going to be a very busy man in the next few months, provided that is that you post contact info. Does he have a website?

No website, Gus is an old school businessman

The information is:

Batsakes Hat Shop
1 West 6th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 721-9345
Gus Miller, Proprietor

 

[Boris K]

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I couldn't find any contact info for him either. This hat he made for you is a beaut'! You must be very proud! I'd be interested in getting one...

If anyone wants a hat like this, he still has the information sheet with images I gave him. If for some reason he didn't keep it, let me know and I'll run it down to him for you.

 

[Jay]

That is one terrific looking hat. I must say that is a dead ringer for Bogies. Spot on. Gus did a wonderful job. Boy am I jealous.

 

[pgoat]

Yow! I want one too! Nice job!!

Of course, I'll have to order now - and keep it in the box till Dec. 2008!

 

[pgoat]

Hey Boris - When you get a sec, I just sent you a PM!

 

[Edward]

Gorgeous hat, and a stunning price for a custom....

 

[Boris K]

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Hey Boris - When you get a sec, I just sent you a PM!

Just answered it, pgoat!

 

[Boris K]

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Gorgeous hat, and a stunning price for a custom....

Thanks again to everyone's nice comments. It seems as though this hat works well as the "Maltese Falcon" hat - I'm very pleased.

I'll try to take some pics outside and also wearing it this week.

 

[pgoat]

Just answered it, pgoat!

merci beaucoup, mon ami!

 

[indycop]

How did I miss this? That hat is sweet!!!:eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[johnnycanuck]

Fantastic, very distinctive.

Johnny

 

[Boris K]

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Very nice! The profile is great. The front view is more tapered than the one in the film. It is hard to tell with the flash....but the color looks right. I would love to see it shot in daylight with other things in frame to get an idea of color reference. I don't care for the black sweatband though. Back in the day they were almost all brown. What does Gus charge for such a lid?

I agree that you must post a photo of it on your head. Well done!

As requested, here are a few pics taken in daylight, actually nearing twilight, with no camera flash. I added a Coke can for additional color reference. I'll post images of my wearing it when I have a chance to take a few decent shots.

Thanks again for all the kind words.

Left side, with hat between light source and the camera

Right side, with light source behind the camera

Front view,light source behind the camera and less taper than before