bowlerman
I'll Lock Up
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Thanks guys! These hats are perhaps a bit in the novelty category, but could certainly bridge the gap once in awhile...
I've never taken the plunge for the straw toppers, but have seen a few retailers that carry them.
Straw bowlers, on the other hand (for Chepstow-- the ones pictured below are not new):
custom made per my order by Texas Hatters
A black panama Bailey that has since been sold.
This one's kind of cheating, but it's an unblocked subfino cuenca. no sweat or band, just tied a little leather strip around the crown.
I recall that Mayser had a pretty nice looking Panama bowler in their Summer 2011 lineup, as well. I almost splurged on one. You probably have more access to the Mayser products, yes?
I've never taken the plunge for the straw toppers, but have seen a few retailers that carry them.
Straw bowlers, on the other hand (for Chepstow-- the ones pictured below are not new):
custom made per my order by Texas Hatters
A black panama Bailey that has since been sold.
This one's kind of cheating, but it's an unblocked subfino cuenca. no sweat or band, just tied a little leather strip around the crown.
I recall that Mayser had a pretty nice looking Panama bowler in their Summer 2011 lineup, as well. I almost splurged on one. You probably have more access to the Mayser products, yes?