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Cool story. That crease tells the story about how nice the felt is too.
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Yes, it absolutely does!
Cool story. That crease tells the story about how nice the felt is too.
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Very nice parade of new hats again, Max. This one is indeed the German made Stratoliner I found.Ignacio just finished five hats from my last batch. He cleaned them all with Percloro Etileno, so I still have to put Pecard Antique Leather Conditioner on all the sweatbands.
First, an Excellent Stetson. I am pretty sure I got it from Stefan, but I might be confusing it with another.
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This one is not really new-to-me; I've had it about 3 or 4 years, but how it came to me and why I didn't wear it is interesting, to me, anyway.
About 3 or 4 years ago I was working with the kindergarten on their 'Holiday' show. I was in and out of their classrooms more than usual at that time.
One of the teachers had a dress-up area with various clothing, including hats, on it.
I'll always stop and look at hats, so I walked over to the rack and spotted a gray fedora. It definitely looked the real deal.
I took it off the rack, and I could instantly tell this was no toy. Any of us with an experienced hand would know instantly that this was a vintage hat. Great hand, supple felt, feeling no later than a 1950s hat. I looked at the sweat, and although a bit worn, was all there. And there were the words Royal Stetson on it.
As casually as I could, I asked the teacher if I could have this hat, and I would replace it with another like it. She told me it was her father's, but sure, no problem. It was being used as a toy now, anyway.
I walked out of the room with it trying to look like I wasn't going to pop, and brought it home.
There was no size tag on it, but it was definitely too small for me. I estimated it was a 7 1/8 by the way it (didn't) fit me.
So why is this hat being posted here now as new-to-me? Because a couple of days ago I finally decided to put a Hat Jack in it.
First I treated the sweat with 100% shea butter, the best thing for leather, imho, because it is made completely from shea nuts and has no petroleum products in it, whatsoever. Then I put the jack in and steamed all around the brim break, spun the jack quite tightly, and left it overnight. I wanted to get the hat out to a generous 7 1/4.
Important dimensions are 2 1/4" brim, and 4 1/4" front pinch height. I put my now customary diamond into the top.
And that's what happened. I've been wearing the hat off and on for a couple of days. The sweat is cloud-comfortable, and the hat has a certain lived-in look that I prize so highly. Today is the first day I have worn it out of the house.
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+1Cool story. That crease tells the story about how nice the felt is too.
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Jealousy is such an ugly word.... droooool.Just arrived and I'm in love. From our own Anthony Amodeo a beautiful Borsalino Featherweight c1945. Felted edge, light as a popcorn fart and incredible felt. Like so many of Ant's hats, this one is a pristine example, perfect in all respects. Wish it was a little warmer today (unusual snow storm for Oregon coming), but I'll just admire it in my easy chair.
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"I've been wearing the hat off and on for a couple of days. Today is the first day I have worn it out of the house."
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Yup. We all need some private time at home with a new hat before we go public together
Yup. We all need some private time at home with a new hat before we go public together
More later. Found at an antique mall today. Also two more destined to be thrown in the bay.
Nice one Fred. Wider brims for protection are a wise choice. So you can use this hat to adjust the color balance on your camera? Cool hat.View attachment 155485 View attachment 155486 View attachment 155487 View attachment 155488 View attachment 155489 The USPS makes you wait and wait, and then all of a sudden, a parcel is left at your door.
Frank Lee Ruggles, all around good guy, photographer extraordinaire, bon vivant and entrepreneur, has been recognized by the Stetson Hat Company by the release of The Ruggles, a 100% wool, made in the USA, 18% gray photographer's hat.
Because I admire and respect Frank, I decided to pop for one despite its 3-1/2" brim. You know what? I like it!
(The first image doesn't show its true gray color, but the rest are more accurate).
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Wow! You are just having a great day! Can't wait to see detail shots of this one. Some guys have all the luck.
More later. Found at an antique mall today. Also two more destined to be thrown in the bay.
Sent directly from my mind to yours.
This one is not really new-to-me; I've had it about 3 or 4 years, but how it came to me and why I didn't wear it is interesting, to me, anyway.
About 3 or 4 years ago I was working with the kindergarten on their 'Holiday' show. I was in and out of their classrooms more than usual at that time.
One of the teachers had a dress-up area with various clothing, including hats, on it.
I'll always stop and look at hats, so I walked over to the rack and spotted a gray fedora. It definitely looked the real deal.
I took it off the rack, and I could instantly tell this was no toy. Any of us with an experienced hand would know instantly that this was a vintage hat. Great hand, supple felt, feeling no later than a 1950s hat. I looked at the sweat, and although a bit worn, was all there. And there were the words Royal Stetson on it.
As casually as I could, I asked the teacher if I could have this hat, and I would replace it with another like it. She told me it was her father's, but sure, no problem. It was being used as a toy now, anyway.
I walked out of the room with it trying to look like I wasn't going to pop, and brought it home.
There was no size tag on it, but it was definitely too small for me. I estimated it was a 7 1/8 by the way it (didn't) fit me.
So why is this hat being posted here now as new-to-me? Because a couple of days ago I finally decided to put a Hat Jack in it.
First I treated the sweat with 100% shea butter, the best thing for leather, imho, because it is made completely from shea nuts and has no petroleum products in it, whatsoever. Then I put the jack in and steamed all around the brim break, spun the jack quite tightly, and left it overnight. I wanted to get the hat out to a generous 7 1/4.
Important dimensions are 2 1/4" brim, and 4 1/4" front pinch height. I put my now customary diamond into the top.
And that's what happened. I've been wearing the hat off and on for a couple of days. The sweat is cloud-comfortable, and the hat has a certain lived-in look that I prize so highly. Today is the first day I have worn it out of the house.
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Max, Super! It was made by Mayser. They had the Stetson license for Germany in this time period.Ignacio just finished five hats from my last batch. He cleaned them all with Percloro Etileno, so I still have to put Pecard Antique Leather Conditioner on all the sweatbands.
First, an Excellent Stetson. I am pretty sure I got it from Stefan, but I might be confusing it with another.
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Sounds like you're having a great day Jim! Congrats on the hats and the impending offer!
Thanks, yeah. Pretty good day. From future anxiety to some peace of mind, a few hats and then a pint.Wow! You are just having a great day! Can't wait to see detail shots of this one. Some guys have all the luck.
Nice one Fred. Wider brims for protection are a wise choice. So you can use this hat to adjust the color balance on your camera? Cool hat.