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redhawks2

One of the Regulars
Messages
171
Location
Long Beach, CA
Thanks much for the kudos Gentlemen. This hat looks even better in person. One of these days I hope to find a dark brown, ala Howard Hughes, fedora in similar proportions. My life style dictates thin ribbons but my alter ego covets the wider bands. It can be a difficult choice but alas, something I must live with. So many hats, so little time. Not to mention a lack of hat hanging space.
 

yanito

New in Town
Messages
27
Location
Winnipeg
Kingsbury "Thirty Dollars"

I got this hat from eBay for $11 shipped. There isn't a whole lotta info on the net about this brand.

It was a 7 1/4 which I stretched to 7 3/8. I took it in the shower with me, gave it a good scrub with a brush and some mild shampoo. Unfortunately, the previous owner had a wind cord on it and the dye from the cord seeped into the ribbon. You can see a line running around the lower part of the ribbon. The brim is 1 1/2 inches, crown is 4 inches. The nice thing about this stingy brim is you can wear it snapped up or down and it looks good either way.

I guess the best way to date this hat would be by the model "Thirty Dollars". When did hats sell for that price? 50's 60's 70's?







 

Deckburner

New in Town
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33
Location
Florida
First bash ever

New Akubra Federation IV. First attempt at a bash. This started out as a center dent. The comments I received was, "It's high", and "it's a little top-hattish". So, I reworked the crown into what you see in the photos. I would love to hear feedback/criticism of the bash, brim, fit relative to my face, style, color, etc. Thinking of getting another hat already, and would love to hear your thoughts.
ps - please excuse my t-shirt. This is my casual, "brushing my teeth" outfit.

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handlebar bart

Call Me a Cab
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2,623
Location
at work
Swimcap, it looks great on you. The crown height looks good for you as you have it now. For what it's worth I think that is a good brim width too. I'd wear the heck out of that hat is I were you.:eusa_clap
 

Mr. Paladin

My Mail is Forwarded Here
Messages
3,133
Location
North Texas
SwimCap said:
New Akubra Federation IV. First attempt at a bash. This started out as a center dent. I reworked the crown into what you see in the photos. I would love to hear feedback/criticism of the bash, brim, fit relative to my face, style, color, etc.
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I think the crease and especially the brim width fits you very well. Enjoy it!
 

Big Baby Macoy

New in Town
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23
Location
Boston- Commonwealth Ave.
Hey Everyone:)Newbie needs helps with hats!

Good Evening, The Fashionable and extremely knowledge men of The Fedora Lounge. I own several hats, but I had to admit that while they might look dashing, they are in fact cheap modern dance closely to the very edge of ya dude, muscle bound, red bull and vodka swilling. Texting frantically to all the hot spots in town, trying to secure a spot on the Guest List.................Sorry, got on a bit of rant there.

In my humble and rather limited knowledge of hats. I was wondering if you can guide this newbie on the proper way to recognize a high quality hat, how much to I spend and any advice on how to pick the proper hat to fit my style, particular fashion sense and most of important size of head, ears and head........thanks Big Baby

Also, I am sorry if I am repeating a previous posted thread. I couldn't track one down, still trying to figure this website/forum out.
 

EricH

One of the Regulars
Messages
259
Location
Twin Cities, MN
Welcome to the lounge. Start with the "stickies" on the hats page. They will introduce you to terminology, classic makers, and points of style and quality. This thread where we show off our latest prizes is a good one to see just a sampling of the thousands of different ones that are out there.

Simply read, read and read the hundreds of threads archived here. There is a tremendous amount to be learned and it will take a while to be versed in the lore and lingo.

Finally if you plan on collecting vintage. It will not be easy, particularly if you have a 7 3/8+ noggin, but you may find it fun. Be prepared. Collectors of hats are usually gentlemen (and gentlewomen), but we are dead serious in our pursuit of our holy grails.

Have fun, good luck and study up.

Eric

Still one hat short
 

Big Baby Macoy

New in Town
Messages
23
Location
Boston- Commonwealth Ave.
Thanks EricH

I really appreciate the welcome. Your have been the first. But to honest I have spent my time reading over the threads and forums trying to absorb this endless supply of amazing information. I will follow your advice....byw, I am rocking a 7 1/4' dome..........Brian
 

jimmy the lid

I'll Lock Up
Messages
5,647
Location
USA
Here's a newly arrived Borsalino Alessandria. Garrett, when you posted yours a couple of days ago, I had to smile -- seems like it's raining brown Borsos this week! :D More in the Borsalino Brotherhood thread...

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Cheers,
JtL
 

HarpPlayerGene

I'll Lock Up
Messages
4,682
Location
North Central Florida
RBH said:
Welcome to the Lounge, Big Baby Macoy and SwimCap !

DITTO.

What I consider to be the most classic 'look' in a fedora may be different from what another does. Personally, I prefer vintage ('40s mainly) snap brim, fur felt dress hats by Stetson, Dobbs, Borsalino, Champ, and Knox. Other good brands from the past include Resistol, Adam, Lee and a slew of more obscure brands. I really like brims that are between 2-1/2" and 3".

Swim', that high crown and big brim look good on ya'. Big Baby', you might try something along those lines too.
 

Garrett

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jimmy the lid said:
Here's a newly arrived Borsalino Alessandria. Garrett, when you posted yours a couple of days ago, I had to smile -- seems like it's raining brown Borsos this week! :D More in the Borsalino Brotherhood thread...

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Cheers,
JtL


I like your crease better, Jimmy :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap
 

jazzncocktails

A-List Customer
Messages
484
Location
Long Beach, California
Vintage Resistol "Pincher"

I haven't been on the site much in the past couple of months...the semester has been crazy and Thanksgiving is the first real break I've gotten. So, I'm happy to return with photos of a new hat I spotted at the monthly Long Beach Antique Fair last weekend (yeah, I took a couple hours out from reading student essays and program administration for that!).

It's a Resistol Jet, probably from the late '50s or early '60s (I'm guessing the latter). Deep brown, fur felt, snap brim with an underwelt and a pork-pie style that has been pinched at the front--thus the hat's name, from the tag under the liner. Surprisingly, it was a 7 3/8 and fit like a charm. Aside from a couple of minor spots on the ribbon and a little wear on the sweatband, it's in beautiful shape. I don't wear many short-brimmed hats (this doesn't feel stingy, so I'm hesitating to call it that), but I'm liking the vibe of this one.

The details:
2" brim
4 1/2" crown

The pics:
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With some period-appropriate shades:
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billysmom

One Too Many
Messages
1,244
Location
Fort Worth, TX
jimmy the lid said:
Here's a newly arrived Borsalino Alessandria. Garrett, when you posted yours a couple of days ago, I had to smile -- seems like it's raining brown Borsos this week! :D More in the Borsalino Brotherhood thread...

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Cheers,
JtL

Handsome lid, jtl! That old felt's amazing.

Sue
 

Scott Wood

Practically Family
Messages
913
Location
9th & Hennepin North, CanuckSask
Finally!...

At last I have some pics of this new Akubra "Ranchero" which name I can find no reference to whatsoever...
(interior shots are not great)
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Have been really busy looking after elderly folks so I had no time to really even look closely at this hat(hard to fathom I know). Now that I have worn it a little and got a feel for it I think this is one that will see very regular wear :) I am extremely well pleased ;)
 

jimmy the lid

I'll Lock Up
Messages
5,647
Location
USA
jazzncocktails said:

JnC -- Good to see you back! I'm lovin' the whole vibe. That hat looks great on you, and is right at home with the shirt and shades. Nice. And, I am also totally diggin' the Shag thing goin' on behind you...;)

Cheers,
JtL
 

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