humanshoes
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Man, that hat looks great on you Brent! I'm especially digging the diamond bash. As usual, I really appreciate your kind words. I'll admit to being a bit obsessive about the hats I make and I have to keep reminding myself that I'm not building a piano. At any rate, I'm more than happy you're satisfied with your new hat and I hope you wear it in good health for many years to come.Just arrived: Beaver fur felt in Sahara with a 1.5” wide mid-brown ribbon (the color is “Sudan”). Six inch open crown and 2 3/4” narrow bound brim. The felt is the least stiff of any of the Winchester beaver hats I own. It’s also the loosest fitting Phoenix I have, not too loose, but looser than my previous hats (I like the fit a lot).
I would have ordered this color first if I would have known how much I like it.
Here’s something to ponder: Rick told me this hat gave him some trouble. He said he came close to scrapping it and starting over with a new hat body. He said it has flaws. And as usual, he offered a refund or replacement if I didn’t like it. I received the hat yesterday and I’ve spent some time going over it. I don’t know what Rick considers to be “flaws”, but I don’t like this hat, I LOVE it! It’s an incredible hat and I’m grateful for the perfectionist who made it for me. I’m also interested in buying any Phoenix seconds if they become available!
Thank you Rick!
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