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I was expecting to be posting a Dobbs and a Mallory in this thread today. However, a really wonderful surprise changed that. I bought two hats from Bob Hufford. They arrived today. He very kindly added this to the lot, unbeknownst to me. A Stetson Open Road 4x Beaver Silver Belly! I've been wanting one for a while. What a great surprise and a very kind gesture, Bob. Thank you so much [emoji145]
P.S. Don't worry folks, you'll be seeing the Dobbs and Mallory very soon [emoji4]
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You have that new sherriff look down already, Steve!
 
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Maryland
Wow is right. And like @PanosChris said, if you ever find another one in a 1/8...........that is such a unique hat that it is bound to generate some attention and lots of discussion. Yes, I hope to see more of your posts in different light. Or, just send it to Eric @Short Balding Guy and he can give us some snow pictures :)
Randy, Thanks! I wish I could find more of them. I need to up my photo work. :)
 
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10,580
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Boston area
Wegener "Start", 58 cm, possibly late 1920s early 1930s. Over Welt Curled Brim with Back Bow. There might be some wool in the felt mix. A mix of colors with rougher clip but a very soft hand. There is some wear but still in very good condition with all original components including the crown patch. I only have two other old Wegener Soft Felts so a rare find.

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The paper label is similar to this Wegener "Elasticon" Stiff Felt that belongs to Robert (RLK).

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https://germanaustrianhats.invisionzone.com/topic/4-rm-wegener-hutfabrik/?do=findComment&comment=387

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Natural Light

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Exquisite Steve. Magnificent!!!
 

PanosChris

Practically Family
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@Hagwood , @Héctor Fernández , @AbbaDatDeHat , @Steve1857 , @mayserwegener @Blare @steur (hope not forgetting someone) thank you all for your kind words and compliments ! Much appreciated !

Bowen you are right, sometimes the not so famous brands produced hats that many of the big names would be jealous of. These are always special findings and bring us a lot of joy :)

Best,
Panos

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19,414
Location
Funkytown, USA
@Hagwood , @Héctor Fernández , @AbbaDatDeHat , @Steve1857 , @mayserwegener @Blare @steur (hope not forgetting someone) thank you all for your kind words and compliments ! Much appreciated !

Bowen you are right, sometimes the not so famous brands produced hats that many of the big names would be jealous of. These are always special findings and bring us a lot of joy :)

Best,
Panos

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Unless you're willing to regularly shell out the Big Bucks, off-brands are where it's at. Some of my favorites are not the more famous brands.
 
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With all the excitement of the arrival of my Penny’s Marathon I almost forgot about its travel mate.

Keith XXXX Major ‘Imported Coney’ in black.

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Black ‘Imported Coney Fur’ - essentially Rabbit

Size 7 “custom made”

4 1/2 inch crown as creased

2 inch underwelt brim

2 in grosgrain ribbon

1 3/4 leather sweat

Wind Trolley

No manufacturing tags under liner at all

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I believe Fruno had said the Keith hat brand is part of the Lion/Beaver hats brand lineage.

This hat really has a very nice feel to it and I really like it’s look.

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This evening I got caught in a downpour and got to take advantage of its ‘Mirakal Process - Water Proof - DuPont Quillion’

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I really like the lines and look of what I assume is its factory crease. It has a classy look to it as is... I think I will keep it this way as my other black hats I have mostly given deeper pinches and creases.

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Best,
Joe


——— EVERY Day is HAT Day!!

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Hagwood

Call Me a Cab
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2,017
Location
Fort Worth, TX
I was expecting to be posting a Dobbs and a Mallory in this thread today. However, a really wonderful surprise changed that. I bought two hats from Bob Hufford. They arrived today. He very kindly added this to the lot, unbeknownst to me. A Stetson Open Road 4x Beaver Silver Belly! I've been wanting one for a while. What a great surprise and a very kind gesture, Bob. Thank you so much [emoji145]
P.S. Don't worry folks, you'll be seeing the Dobbs and Mallory very soon [emoji4]
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Looks great on you. Way to go Bob !!
 

Hagwood

Call Me a Cab
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2,017
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Fort Worth, TX
With all the excitement of the arrival of my Penny’s Marathon I almost forgot about its travel mate.

Keith XXXX Major ‘Imported Coney’ in black.

b91ed8af901b918b05aef95d44f8c4e3.plist


Black ‘Imported Coney Fur’ - essentially Rabbit

Size 7 “custom made”

4 1/2 inch crown as creased

2 inch underwelt brim

2 in grosgrain ribbon

1 3/4 leather sweat

Wind Trolley

No manufacturing tags under liner at all

b5b7ea31e3897dd90f4195558e89d5e5.plist
59610895c8e17b184b523b16fc72bcc9.plist


I believe Fruno had said the Keith hat brand is part of the Lion/Beaver hats brand lineage.

This hat really has a very nice feel to it and I really like it’s look.

0fd7d9358106816e8309e3152d3f3e34.jpg
214a95c2fd1c56dd19411edf8ce2abd7.jpg
e30cced52c3d5482cfe4b747aa0fb79d.jpg
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This evening I got caught in a downpour and got to take advantage of its ‘Mirakal Process - Water Proof - DuPont Quillion’

ed883f78b22aebedf165102e0ad8d4ab.jpg
dfe13139987b3501734c93e8bbd950bd.jpg


I really like the lines and look of what I assume is its factory crease. It has a classy look to it as is... I think I will keep it this way as my other black hats I have mostly given deeper pinches and creases.

091113d6329acf88342d277f02d2770d.plist
da800134391b6f8ace296c386c7a99fe.plist





Best,
Joe


——— EVERY Day is HAT Day!!

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Another great lesser known brand find Joe !
 

Hagwood

Call Me a Cab
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Location
Fort Worth, TX
Thanks to Randall @Randall Renshaw for the heads up on this one on ebay. Got it for $12 ! I don’t think it’s ever been worn. It’s a 6-3/4 but couldn’t pass it up. It’s on the stretcher now, so hopefully I’ll post it in WHAYWT in a few days...

Wonderfully soft felt and a pretty cool color combo with the dark gray and chocolate brown ribbon, instead of black. O.P.S. Price tag still attached on the outside of the sweat.

2-3/4” cavanagh edge brim
5-1/2” open crown

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Another great lesser known brand find Joe !

Thanks Tim... I was laser focused on the Marathon... so I was very pleasantly surprised with this gem of a bonus! I see why the seller was featuring this one as they said the Penny’s was a beat up ‘wool’ hat. I was like no it’s not!


Best,
Joe


——— EVERY Day is HAT Day!!

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11,676
Thanks to Randall @Randall Renshaw for the heads up on this one on ebay. Got it for $12 ! I don’t think it’s ever been worn. It’s a 6-3/4 but couldn’t pass it up. It’s on the stretcher now, so hopefully I’ll post it in WHAYWT in a few days...

Wonderfully soft felt and a pretty cool color combo with the dark gray and chocolate brown ribbon, instead of black. O.P.S. Price tag still attached on the outside of the sweat.

2-3/4” cavanagh edge brim
5-1/2” open crown

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HOLY WOW TIM!! That is GORGEOUS!!! I see what you were eluding to the other day. Congratulations! And definite thanks to Randall on that one!! Wow!


Best,
Joe


——— EVERY Day is HAT Day!!

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