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[mayserwegener]

You may want to check some of the Stetson threads and see if the names cross over to the US quality labels from the same time period. I have late 50s Stetson - Mayser 3X Beaver Quality Homburg and that same label was used by Stetson USA.

 

[jbucklin]

New Borsalino Alessandria from Bencraft

Dark Grey. Interesting color, eh?

 

[mayserwegener]

Looks great!

 

[alanfgag]

Looks great!

+1!

 

[jbucklin]

That means a lot coming from you two. Both of you are "hat-heroes" of mine!

I can't believe how soft this felt is. I've got a vintage one coming in in a day or two and if it's softer than this I'll be stunned!

 

[alanfgag]

1920s-30s Stetson Nutria Fur western

Will post some real pictures once I get this home and brush it up a bit. Condition is very good, a small stain on the beige ribbon and some wear to the top edge of the brim binding in the front of the hat. Remarkable felt... feels like a fur hat. Very soft, the brim is completely flexible. Fits like a 7... haven't looked behind the sweatband yet. More to follow.

 

[Benzadmiral]

Dark Grey. Interesting color, eh? . . .

It's fantastic. Is it really that blue, or is it the light? Bencraft's Borso Alessandria prices can't be beat, apparently, but the colors are unusual. Their taupe, it seems from posts here, is sort of a gray-green, and their dark grey a blue.

 

[cookie]

Now I'm done. Thanks be to God.

The phrase I never thought I would hear on the Hat Forum!

 

[jbucklin]

It really is that blue. I tried to catch the right amount of light with my lousy MacBook camera and the color actually came out pretty accurately. It is indeed a strange color and I am fascinated with it. This is one tall crown but I love it!

 

[delectans]

You cut a sharp profile with that Alessandria. Very nice.

Now THAT is a hat with character and swagger to spare!

 

[Historyteach24]

My new Borsalino Torino just came in. Awesome early Christmas gift!!! I took my first attempt at re-bashing a hat because the bash was a nightmare. I attempted a teardrop and I think it is serviceable. Let me know what you think of the hat. I am super excited about it!

 

[Cicero]

Great looking Borsalino.
Suits you well!

 

[Historyteach24]

Thanks brother!

 

[jbucklin]

My new vintage Borsalino Alessandria courtesy of Rodkins! It exceeds my expectations. This hat is pristine.
Also, I am wearing the new Alfani jacket that my wife just bought me!

 

[DJH]

Great stuff, J. Is that one of the twins by any chance?

 

[jbucklin]

Great stuff, J. Is that one of the twins by any chance?

It is! So then, everyone here has most likely already seen this hat.

I am so hat-happy right now!!!

 

[JAVIER]

New Catch of the Bay: My Grey, Kevin McAndrew Hat Maker By Appointment Furmans Jackson-Battlecreek The felt is super soft to the touch (just like my Borso); The hat handles, very, very soft - may need a little stiffener (debating it) as it does not hold a “shape”.


It’s has a 2 inch Brim, 4 Inch Bashed Crown, 1 7/8 Black Ribbon work with a Cool Bow!

 

[job]

I'm really wanting to see your Film. Great hats today jbucklin

 

[MikePotts]

I must remember that ribbon treatment Javier - next time I have to make one. Pretty cool.

MP

 

[Rodkins]

It is! So then, everyone here has most likely already seen this hat.

I am so hat-happy right now!!!

I'm glad you like it. I knew you were going to love that Borso. It was hard to part with and I had two!
Enjoy