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[Michaelshane]

MichaelShane: that first straw is one of the most unique I have seen. Thanks for sharing.

It's very old and very fragile.

 

[Chinaski]

Royal Stetson DeLuxe Vita-Felt...

Did I get the impression this hat came to you in a bit of a rough state? It really looks incredible now. Any hat you crease I'm going to start calling "factory creased." It looks that perfect. :eusa_clap Now please don't tell me you used a block on this one or I'll feel foolish:eeek:

 

[Chinaski]

My first custom hat - by TonyB at Tumwater Hat

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DJH, it looks like Tony did a fantastic job for you. You've gone all Hollywood with that one! The ribbon is really cool.

 

[DRB]

My desire is not for more hats, but rather for more variety in my rotation. Purchasing additional hats is just a necessary means to that end .

I like the way you think. :cheers1:

 

[jimmy the lid]

Jimmy, Nice work! Looks fantastic!

Thanks, Steve!

Yes, Brando11 -- that was fished from the 'bay.

 

[rlk]

Fine job of Caressing the Casein Jimmy!

 

[jimmy the lid]

Did I get the impression this hat came to you in a bit of a rough state? It really looks incredible now. Any hat you crease I'm going to start calling "factory creased." It looks that perfect. :eusa_clap Now please don't tell me you used a block on this one or I'll feel foolish:eeek:

Many thanks, Chinaski -- much appreciated.

That one came with a diamond crease and a layer of accumulated dust. Since sending it out for cleaning always involves the risk that the sweatband may be lost in the process, I decided to give it a go myself with Scout Hat Cleaner (for dark felt). I am quite pleased with the results, and the foam cleaning helped shape the hat back into a perfect open crown, ready for creasing.

As far as the creasing itself goes, I do not own any blocks -- so, everything you see is done completely by hand.

As far as the "factory creased" aspect goes -- if you were to see one of my lids in person, you would see that there are telltale signs that the creasing is done by hand. My goal isn't to make creases that look factory creased -- my goal is to find a look for each hat that suits my own personal style.

And, that style isn't for everyone. I'm sure there are plenty of folks here who prefer a much more informal approach to creasing. The beauty of it is that hats ultimately reflect individual styles -- there's no right or wrong to any of it. And, believe it or not, I'm a big fan of the grab the hat and simply let it go where it wants to kind of crease, as well. It's all about context and character.

That being said, glad you like the Vita-Felt.

Cheers,
JtL

 

[bowlerman]

My first custom hat - by TonyB at Tumwater Hat

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fantastic hat!

 

[Marshall]

Well, my first fur felt that I won off ebay came a couple days ago. I have to say that my favorite part has just been playing with different bashes, pliable felt is more fun than I could have ever imagined.

 

[Bourne ID]

Nice find Marshall! That's a great looking Dobbs and it looks just right on you!

 

[DJH]

Thanks for the nice comments, Chinaski and bowlerman. That TonyB makes a very nice hat.

 

[hatophile]

Very sharp hat, Marshall, good job on the bashing.

 

[monbla256]

That Dobb's really "fits" you well Marshall ! I like the center dent/ front pinch crease on it as well. Don't see many center dent creases here but they look SO GOOD IMHO

 

[DRB]

Marshall: the shorter brim compliments you. Congratulations on your acquisition.

 

[Bourne ID]

I've got a few new hats recently but here is one that arrived on Saturday.

 

[Bourne ID]

I couldn't resist this hat and once I found out it had a leather sweat and silk lining..I bought one! It's the ZOOT by Scala and at 25 bucks it's a steal.
I can hardly begin to tell you of all the compliments I get with this hat, it's non-stop!! Everyone, everywhere loves this hat! I know it's not "old" and it's not a fur felt, but I love the style this hats got.

 

[Neophyte]

Zoot 4 Ever! :eusa_clap

 

[monbla256]

Bourne,
Nice looking Pachuco style Fedora. I see those along with Stingy's here in my "hood" where I live.

 

[Marshall]

Thanks for the kind words fellas, though I fear I'm already getting the itch to start looking for more hats. Maybe something in grey...

 

[hatophile]

Amish-made black felt hat. The felt seems nice, but this baby is stiff enough to wear as a helmet. It's actually a style worn by one of the strict Mennonite sects in PA.