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[B.J. Hedberg]

Beaver Brand white western derby. It’s going to be interesting to see if I can make this stiff but extremely comfortable 6.5” crown hat into something more to my liking. When I’m done I’ll post my observations in the Beaver Brand thread.

 

[Rodkins]

My Knox Fifteen Tom N Jerry from a lounger

 

[Giftmacher]

Very nice hat you've got, but what does that Tom n' Jerry mean?

 

[Rodkins]

Very nice hat you've got, but what does that Tom n' Jerry mean?

It's just the model of Knox hat. I think it referred to guys who were regulars in bars - or maybe guys that were up to shenanigans in bars.
It's also a drink consisting of a toddy and eggnog.

 

[RBH]

Very nice hat you've got, but what does that Tom n' Jerry mean?

This might help.
http://www.thefedoralounge.com/show...ox-Tom-N-Jerry&p=162848&viewfull=1#post162848

 

[buler]

Double Munster Homburgers Italian Style. 2 in one bun, er box. Borsalino Gran Lusso Export Qualität.
Myrtle w/ Navy Blue ribbon.

I forgot I won these some time ago.

And this may be the quote of the year.

B

 

[Brad Bowers]

And this may be the quote of the year.

B

Yes, I suspect he's forgotten about more hats he's bought than we've ever owned! lol

Brad

 

[bowlerman]

Beaver Brand white western derby. It’s going to be interesting to see if I can make this stiff but extremely comfortable 6.5” crown hat into something more to my liking. When I’m done I’ll post my observations in the Beaver Brand thread.

That's a great hat-- it might be the companion to my 5X Beaver Brand in Sand. In my experience the hat was begging to be creased, though I tried to resist for several months.

 

[bowlerman]

Lots of superb acquisitions over the last few days. Bunch of nice Borsos, and that black velour is really neat.

 

[bowlerman]

Not a new hat, but a new accessory: My wife and kids surprised me with this beaded hat band as a birthday gift yesterday. I think it's really beautiful. I must have tried it on each one of my hats, and I think it has come down to these two (or else I might just have to get a custom made to match the band!):
On a Stetson Austral:

On my Clearwater Derby:

 

[Chepstow]

My Knox Fifteen Tom N Jerry from a lounger

Nice Hats gents this week. Fine Knox Rodkins. No Pinch in the front looks good!

 

[Chepstow]

Not a new hat, but a new accessory: My wife and kids surprised me with this beaded hat band as a birthday gift yesterday. I think it's really beautiful. I must have tried it on each one of my hats, and I think it has come down to these two (or else I might just have to get a custom made to match the band!):
On a Stetson Austral:

On my Clearwater Derby:

Happy Birthday Bowlerman, it comes one day to late, but from Heart

 

[randooch]

Yes, Happy B-Day, Jeff! I like that band on the derby. It gives it some real flair.

 

[rlk]

Yes, I suspect he's forgotten about more hats he's bought than we've ever owned! lol

Brad

Perhaps its time for Inventory & Clearance:eusa_doh:

 

[rlk]

Yesterdays Leftovers

French Hombourger from Paul, Paris:

Foreman & Clark Wide-brim Porkpie:

Factory stamp also says Foreman & Clark. It was a large Dept. Store chain. Ribbon is Pumpkin and Rust on a Milk Chocolate rather light and limp felt.

 

[Rodkins]

Factory stamp also says Foreman & Clark. It was a large Dept. Store chain. Ribbon is Pumpkin and Rust on a Milk Chocolate rather light and limp felt.

I wondered who got that one...interesting hat but I have to say it looks good on.

 

[scooter]

That Porkpie is an interesting study in color, RLK. Pretty sharp!

Mike, that Tom 'n Jerry looks like it was custom made for you. One very elegant lid!

 

[Joshbru3]

Beaver Brand white western derby. It’s going to be interesting to see if I can make this stiff but extremely comfortable 6.5” crown hat into something more to my liking. When I’m done I’ll post my observations in the Beaver Brand thread.

I'm VERY interested to see what kind of conversion you're going to do with this one. When I converted my blue resistol, it had a very tall, straight and stiff crown like that hat. I was actually contemplating ordering a tall derby in white from beaver brand as well. If I may make a recommendation in trying to shape a stiff crown like this. I would assume that the felt is fairly substantial and not thin, so you have to use a TON of steam when shaping the crown, and don't forget that due to the fact that there is a good amount of shellac in the crown, once you steam it, it will want to harden very quickly when its off the steam. No matter what crease your going for, always set your center dent line first just to give a good starting point. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Joshbru3]

Not a new hat, but a new accessory: My wife and kids surprised me with this beaded hat band as a birthday gift yesterday. I think it's really beautiful. I must have tried it on each one of my hats, and I think it has come down to these two (or else I might just have to get a custom made to match the band!):
On a Stetson Austral:

On my Clearwater Derby:

Very cool! Your wife and kids have great taste in hat accessories!!

 

[scooter]

Hey B'Man, I neglected to mention in my first post, happy belated birthday, and that beaded hatband is VERY nice. I couldn't decide which hat it complemented better. A beautiful accessory and a lovely gift!