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Would love to see more photos when you(s) have time.
It's not an original Panizza from the Ghiffa factory. It was probably made by Falcus but I believe their were others using the trade mark post Ghiffa.So this one is pre 1981? Seems newer than that. Maybe because it's in great shape...
When I first saw Daniel's hat it reminded me of my Lee Gadabout, a lightweight light gray hat with a spare streamlined shape. It's one of my most versatile travel hats. It would be nice with a bound brim. Maybe we should talk... ;^)
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OK, now I'm totally confused...but the hat is still nice!It's not an original Panizza from the Ghiffa factory. It was probably made by Falcus but I believe their were others using the trade mark post Ghiffa.
Daniele might be able to tell if it was made by Falcus. It's definitely not a Ghiffa factory Panizza.OK, now I'm totally confused...but the hat is still nice!
Yes it was made by Cappellificio Falcus the modern owner of the trade mark PanizzDaniele might be able to tell if it was made by Falcus. It's definitely not a Ghiffa factory Panizza.
Moe your "modern" Panizza dated the mid 80' It is very well made and I have one very similar, without linen, made in Ghiffa, historical production factory of Panizza.Regardless of when and by whom, it's still a fine Italian hat and worth every penny. Even at twice the price.
Nice hat,pretty hard to beat.Akubra Balmoral. A bit heavy and stiff compared to my custom cuenca (which, of course cost A LOT more). But the Balmoral is very well-built and sturdy; and looks great too. Fantastic deal for the price, IMHO.
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Akubra Balmoral. A bit heavy and stiff compared to my custom cuenca (which, of course cost A LOT more). But the Balmoral is very well-built and sturdy; and looks great too. Fantastic deal for the price, IMHO.
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I love mine too, looks well on you !!Akubra Balmoral. A bit heavy and stiff compared to my custom cuenca (which, of course cost A LOT more). But the Balmoral is very well-built and sturdy; and looks great too. Fantastic deal for the price, IMHO.
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I'm having a somewhat similar reaction to the CP in Regency Faun I received a couple days ago. It's such a damned big hat, I fell like its overwhelming me. And I'm not used to its look on me...yet. Right now I'm planning on using it for outdoor activities where maximum sun protection is required; but maybe my attitude will eventually change too.My new Coober Pedy in Santone Fawn.
Now I have it in BGG, Black, Sand and Santone, love'em all !!.
Funny thing is that when I got my first one, BGG, I tried it on an dislike it a lot, so it stayed on its box for 3 or 4 months, then one day it was raining so I decided to wear my "ugly" looking hat, but, but, but, this time I looked in the mirror and loved it !!! So much that I ordered it in Sand, loved it too, so here comes Black and Santone, love'em all !
If they made it in Glen Grey or Moonstone I will get one right away.
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Hi Charles,I'm having a somewhat similar reaction to the CP in Regency Faun I received a couple days ago. It's such a damned big hat, I fell like its overwhelming me. And I'm not used to its look on me...yet. Right now I'm planning on using it for outdoor activities where maximum sun protection is required; but maybe my attitude will eventually change too.
P.S. The CP certainly looks good on you; I can see why you have such a collection. And I especially like to kangaroo pin. Where do you get all those cool pins that adorn your fedoras?
Thanks for the encouragement and the lead on the pins.Hi Charles,
Same thing happened to me, it felt "to darn big", BUT now I love the look !!! I have a bunch of Snowy River too, just because my girl loves the look of that hat on me.
I do believe you will get used to it and will end up loving the hat !
I got my pins on ebay, some are harder than others, normally they go for around 20 bucks including shipping, some less, some more. Some are Pilot wings, other are vintage plane pins !
The Kangaroo ones I get the from an australian seller, 12 pins for around 20 bucks, just search in ebay 12 x Australian Souvenir australia gold plated kangaroo loose stick pins, seller is tusam1 .
Good luck finding your pins !!!
Best regards.
Rodolfo.
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My pleasure Charles, my pleasure.Thanks for the encouragement and the lead on the pins.