Hey all!
Here's some pics of the Hückel and Rockel that arrived yesterday in the Second Great Netherlands-California Hat Exchange. Stefan has posted them beautifully in the German and Austrian Hutmachers thread, and his photography skills far exceed mine, so I will let his work speak for them in the archives.
Here's some sunlight pics.
This one resisted a pinch, even with the negotiating skills of the Jiffy, so I decided to let it be traditional.
Head shot:
Here it is with it's travelling companion.
And just the Hückel:
Like I said to Mike, that bow plucks my heartstrings like a washtub bass!
Best part about the trade is knowing three nice vintage lids are now back in use and being enjoyed rather than on a shelf gathering dust.
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New arrival! Stetson Standard Quality. Whew! This one kinda sorta fell into my lap...Steamed and orange brushed...Open crown about 5 1/2. Brim 2 1/8 (I have a feeling it was trimmed), 2 inch supple sweatband, and man oh man, that felt is shaped with no steam!
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Fabio, Thanks!
that is absolutely gorgeous !!!New arrival! Stetson Standard Quality. Whew! This one kinda sorta fell into my lap...Steamed and orange brushed...Open crown about 5 1/2. Brim 2 1/8 (I have a feeling it was trimmed), 2 inch supple sweatband, and man oh man, that felt is shaped with no steam!
Hey Moon! Thanks so much! At a size 7 5/8 and under 60 bucks, I couldn't;t resist - especially after seeing yours as it is quite similar! I mean, it feels and looks as if it was barely worn! More 'coveted' than worn. I plan to do the same!
you landed a true gem my friend ... enjoy it
$60? You got a steal on that one. Great hat Jack, let's see it on you.
It's a lovely hat. Great German quality. Still sorry I had to let mine go.Hut-Seidl München "Garant" made by Mayser Ulm, 60cm probably mid 1950s. Very high quality felt that easily dry creases. Also I really like the ribbon width and hat form. Hut-Seidl München had a strong historical connection with Mayser Ulm.
Open Crown
Natural Light
Stefan, Thank you!
Can't help with the age, but I sure like the look of it. Very nice looking velour.
Very nice looking hat, Fabio. I really like these older ones. This one is in great shape too.
My thoughts exactly, John. Good to see them in action and it's what this forum is about too!Hey all!
Here's some pics of the Hückel and Rockel that arrived yesterday in the Second Great Netherlands-California Hat Exchange. Stefan has posted them beautifully in the German and Austrian Hutmachers thread, and his photography skills far exceed mine, so I will let his work speak for them in the archives.
Here's some sunlight pics.
This one resisted a pinch, even with the negotiating skills of the Jiffy, so I decided to let it be traditional.
Head shot:
Here it is with it's travelling companion.
And just the Hückel:
Like I said to Mike, that bow plucks my heartstrings like a washtub bass!
Best part about the trade is knowing three nice vintage lids are now back in use and being enjoyed rather than on a shelf gathering dust.
Powered by happy thoughts
Very nice looking hat. Congrats!New arrival! Stetson Standard Quality. Whew! This one kinda sorta fell into my lap...Steamed and orange brushed...Open crown about 5 1/2. Brim 2 1/8 (I have a feeling it was trimmed), 2 inch supple sweatband, and man oh man, that felt is shaped with no steam!
O yes! Great look. No need to to take it off (but it has some competetion I see in the background there).
one of the best hats I've seen on you ... awesome !!!
Wow! That is beautiful!New arrival! Stetson Standard Quality. Whew! This one kinda sorta fell into my lap...Steamed and orange brushed...Open crown about 5 1/2. Brim 2 1/8 (I have a feeling it was trimmed), 2 inch supple sweatband, and man oh man, that felt is shaped with no steam!
Geez...that looks so good on you.
