NEW PORTIS

[DOUGLAS]

I just won this today and I am hoping it is what I think it is. If it is I will be very happy.

 

[tonyb]

So what do you think it is, Douglas? Besides another nice vintage hat to add to your extensive collection, I mean.
As always, enquiring minds want to know.

 

[feltfan]

That thing looks oooold- 1920s maybe, or maybe early 30s,
if I were to guess from the hat and box. And NOS to judge
from the tag on the front of the sweatband.

Looking forward to your photos when it arrives.

 

[astaire]

Very nice Douglas! Seems like we're in a new wave of buying spree again

I think it is what you think (very good example of a fine, early gentlemen's fedora). And it's from one of your favorite maker too, isn't it?

To this day i still remember that big Portis of yours from the same seller where i got a brown hat with the unusual bow.

 

[DOUGLAS]

From the name of the hat (the Breeze) and lack of a liner I am hoping that it is a summer weight felt. If so it should be very soft and pliable. I am really enjoying this type of hat lately.

Astaire,Portis is one that I am seeking out now. They made a really good product. I remember you got that hat that was Spanish.

 

[Dinerman]

Nice hat. I'd been watching that.

 

[Art Fawcett]

Very nice Douglas!! Portis has always been one of my favorites also. Their design seems so "avante guard" to me considering when they were made.
I agree, it looks early. I don't think '20s, but early.
Enjoy

 

[DOUGLAS]

It is a gamble but I think it is going to to a winner. For a mid ranged hat company they sure made a great product.

 

[DOUGLAS]

BINGO

Oh Boy!!!!! I scored big time!! The hat is in perfect condition,absolutely pristine. I love when a gamble pays off. Take a look

 

[Baron Kurtz]

yes, i'd call that a winner . . .

bk

 

[besdor]

Douglas , that is a great hat. Portis lasted until the late 1960's and eventualy became a glove company. The line was taken over by Stevens Hats . They made the most interesting boxes for their hats!




Steven
www.bencrafthats.com

 

[Marc Chevalier]

Son of a gun!!!! That's the jackpot!!!! :eusa_clap

 

[feltfan]

Congrats. That printing looks very 30s.
I gather it's vented?

Great hat.

 

[DOUGLAS]

Oh yes, it is vented. and it came with its box too.

 

[Bud-n-Texas]

Nice score douglas, great looking hat. I am turning

 

[Baron Kurtz]

Let's see the box, mate. If it's anything like mine it's super cool , ...

bk

 

[Orgetorix]

Douglas, I think I enjoy watching the permutations of your facial hair nearly as much as all your different hats.

 

[DOUGLAS]

It is really cool Bud.

 

[Stoney]

Definately too cool

Douglas,

You dog, you did it again.

Congrats on the primo lid.

 

[jimmy the lid]

Fantastic score, Douglas -- Congrats!!!:eusa_clap