Optimo south side mobsters

[RJR]

That's really disappointing! The text on their site is a little goofy too...something like "We suggest you contact the original manufacturer." Do they have a lead on where to get a time machine? Odd too, since so much of their site and promotion talks about reviving the art of the traditional hatter. I'd think it would be worth maintaining this end of the business even if they needed to charge more.

I'm guessing that this will end up hurting them in the future.

 

[Hats Matter]

I have been following this forum for several years and finally decided to join. I started purchasing Optimo hats through Carolyn Busch's store (Fino Fino in Menlo Park CA) when Graham Thompson used to make his annual visit there. As a result, I have acquired more that a dozen hats, mostly fedoras but two Montecristi Panamas and two Milans through Optimo.

I have posted photos on other threads on this forum but I thought I would post here. This is a Dove Grey fedora from
Optimo.

 

[RJR]

I have been following this forum for several years and finally decided to join. I started purchasing Optimo hats through Carolyn Busch's store (Fino Fino in Menlo Park CA) when Graham Thompson used to make his annual visit there. As a result, I have acquired more that a dozen hats, mostly fedoras but two Montecristi Panamas and two Milans through Optimo.

I have posted photos on other threads on this forum but I thought I would post here. This is a Dove Grey fedora from
Optimo.


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Very nice.

 

[Bruce Wayne]

My replacement bottle green fedora should be here by the end of the week.

 

[KY Crusader]

I have been following this forum for several years and finally decided to join. I started purchasing Optimo hats through Carolyn Busch's store (Fino Fino in Menlo Park CA) when Graham Thompson used to make his annual visit there. As a result, I have acquired more that a dozen hats, mostly fedoras but two Montecristi Panamas and two Milans through Optimo.

I have posted photos on other threads on this forum but I thought I would post here. This is a Dove Grey fedora from
Optimo.


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Absolutely beautiful!

 

[Bruce Wayne]

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I picked up my hat this morning.

 

[1mach1]

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I picked up my hat this morning.

Awesome!

 

[bowlerman]

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[jlee562]

what a tease!

 

[hatsRme]

what a tease!

INDEED!!

 

[bowlerman]

Ha! Sorry guys, more pics coming Had to cart my kids all over town for several hours in torrential downpours! Stay tuned...


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[bowlerman]

Green Manhattan. Immediately this hat stands alone in my collection. The color, fit, finish, and perhaps most of all, versatility, make this an easy go to right away. But I wasn't ready to wear it in the downpours right away, so it only got a little head time straight out of the box.

I really like my custom hats, but what a difference it made to be able to be fitted in person by a pro, and to be able to try on a range of styles, colors, and dimensions, with the assisting eye of the professionals in person.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Green Manhattan. Immediately this hat stands alone in my collection. The color, fit, finish, and perhaps most of all, versatility, make this an easy go to right away. But I wasn't ready to wear it in the downpours right away, so it only got a little head time straight out of the box.

I really like my custom hats, but what a difference it made to be able to be fitted in person by a pro, and to be able to try on a range of styles, colors, and dimensions, with the assisting eye of the professionals in person.

Jeff; WOW! I love the green Manhattan! Gorgeous felt and ribbon work. The felt has that forbidden look that makes you want to reach out and touch it. Congrats sir. Your Optimo testimonial is valuable as your hat rack has some mighty fine custom and vtg hats.

Wear the green fedora in pride. Look forward to seeing the hat in action. Best, Eric -

 

[jlee562]

Lovely! The Manhattan is perhaps my favorite Optimo model. The ribbon and binding is a great accent to the green felt. They really do a great job and you wear it well.

 

[DJH]

Yes, that's brilliant, Jeff. Looks great on you!


Cheers!
David

 

[1mach1]

Jeff, that is a magnificent hat! Congratulations on the purchase!

 

[Frunobulax]

Excellent, Jeff! Great color and yes, the finish on that one looks great! Congratulations.

 

[Bruce Wayne]

Is that their bottle green? Because it really is a beautiful color.

 

[RJR]

Green Manhattan. Immediately this hat stands alone in my collection. The color, fit, finish, and perhaps most of all, versatility, make this an easy go to right away. But I wasn't ready to wear it in the downpours right away, so it only got a little head time straight out of the box.

I really like my custom hats, but what a difference it made to be able to be fitted in person by a pro, and to be able to try on a range of styles, colors, and dimensions, with the assisting eye of the professionals in person.

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That is truly special,congrats.

 

[bowlerman]

Is that their bottle green? Because it really is a beautiful color.

Thanks everyone! I'm super stoked on this one.
Yes-- I do believe this is their bottle green, not moss or anything like that.