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[Cracker]

Welcome, Playa Playa. If you've heard that saying, then you've probably heard "no one's so poor they can't clean up their yard." Nice to have another attorney around; we're not all sharks.

--Cracker, Esq.

 

[GoneSolo]

Cracker, you are obtaining some great lids!:eusa_clap

 

[jeffconnors]

A rough diamond in the rough

I found this great Lee "trinity"..... Whippet clone...looks to be 40's Very rare 7 5/8 LO size!! Light Green with gold trim and ribbon,what a color combo, my favorite
The previous owner was one sweaty boy, I have been cleaning sweat stains off the grosgrain, sweatbanda and liner for hours...here's some rough shots, too big for me may send it to the bay or send it to optimo/art to replace the trim and grosgrain, the liner is on its way out(silk is shattering) but I don't wanna replace it as the lee logo is an actual patch of sewn fabric, not embossing!. Shes in ruff shape but what a beaut!

 

[suitedcboy]

I found this great Lee "trinity"..... Whippet clone...looks to be 40's Very rare 7 5/8 LO size!! Light Green with gold trim and ribbon,what a color combo, my favorite
The previous owner was one sweaty boy, I have been cleaning sweat stains off the grosgrain, sweatbanda and liner for hours...here's some rough shots, too big for me may send it to the bay or send it to optimo/art to replace the trim and grosgrain, the liner is on its way out(silk is shattering) but I don't wanna replace it as the lee logo is an actual patch of sewn fabric, not embossing!. Shes in ruff shape but what a beaut!

There is something about this hat that makes those stains look so appropriate as they are.
Of course maybe it's an Indy Jones thing and you may not be planning to save damsels in distress at an archaeological dig.
A classy and classic fedora!

 

[jeffconnors]

I found this great Lee "trinity"..... Whippet clone...looks to be 40's Very rare 7 5/8 LO size!! Light Green with gold trim and ribbon,what a color combo, my favorite
The previous owner was one sweaty boy, I have been cleaning sweat stains off the grosgrain, sweatbanda and liner for hours...here's some rough shots, too big for me may send it to the bay or send it to optimo/art to replace the trim and grosgrain, the liner is on its way out(silk is shattering) but I don't wanna replace it as the lee logo is an actual patch of sewn fabric, not embossing!. Shes in ruff shape but what a beaut!

There is something about this hat that makes those stains look so appropriate as they are.
Of course maybe it's an Indy Jones thing and you may not be planning to save damsels in distress at an archaeological dig.
A classy and classic fedora!

lol... Nahh my damsel in dress ware consists of a fine peirre Cardin suit and an amculate bowler hat ...John steed style

 

[ScottF]

Re-blocked this Cavanagh over the weekend. It looked good after the initial cleaning, but needed a good scrubbing, which was well worth it. The color is as accurate as I can get - dark brown with burgundy overtones.

 

[ScottF]

Borsalino Leo XXXXX

This one arrived very dirty, mildewy, just plain nasty. Re-blocked and cleaned, only issues are a small amount of residual sweat stain at the bottom front of the ribbon, and some interior wear. Super-soft and floppy, great taupe color - my gf is always trying to get me to deplete my hat collection, but says I can never get rid of this one:

 

[Lefty]

You've come to find your particular shape . Both look quite a bit like the Stetson Select you just sold - which is a compliment.

 

[ScottF]

Emerson Dryette

You've come to find your particular shape . Both look quite a bit like the Stetson Select you just sold - which is a compliment.

Thanks Lefty. My tastes have evolved quite a bit, but I'm still more of a raw-edge, medium ribbon guy. Speaking of which, here's another one that I've only had a couple of weeks: Emerson's answer to Stetson's Playboy - the Emerson Dryette. It's a 1940's grey-blue, with soft felt and very easy to bash. Just gave it a good brushing, and ready to wear.

 

[zetwal]

Welcome aboard Playa Playa. We're glad you found the Lounge.

 

[mayserwegener]

Mayser Spezial

Just picked up this very nice thin ribbon Mayser Spezial.

 

[Mario]

Looking good there, Sir! I absolutely dig that color combo... :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[Mario]

Just

Wow. Another rare find - you really know how to pick 'em, Steve! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[Lefty]

Just picked up this very nice thin ribbon Mayser Spezial.

nice. :eusa_clap

 

[mayserwegener]

Wow. Another rare find - you really know how to pick 'em, Steve! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

Actually got this one on US eBay (Dieter saw it too but didn't bid). Went higher than I expected but luckily it turned out to be in good condition.

Lefty, Thanks for the props!

 

[Mario]

Actually got this one on US eBay (Dieter saw it too but didn't bid). Went higher than I expected but luckily it turned out to be in good condition.

Lefty, Thanks for the props!

The felt looks as if it's all buttery and soft. Well, is it?

 

[mayserwegener]

The felt looks as if it's all buttery and soft. Well, is it?

No it has a touch of stiffness but still pliable. Very nice finish and color shifts.

 

[billyspew]

Just picked up this very nice thin ribbon Mayser Spezial.

Very, very nice. That looks superb!

 

[billyspew]

I've had 2 Adam Homburgs turn up this week:

An early 1950's model, taupe with a grey ribbon:

A late 1940's model, tan with a copper coloured ribbon:

More pics in Adam Alley.

 

[Viper Man]

I've had 2 Adam Homburgs turn up this week:

An early 1950's model, taupe with a grey ribbon:

A late 1940's model, tan with a copper coloured ribbon:

More pics in Adam Alley.

:eusa_clap Those are amazing, Billy. Very nice condition for the age. I really like the tall crown on the second hat.