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[Steve1857]

Ooh, that Woodrow Bowler is so nice, Randy. Great dimensions. If ever you visit London be sure to take it with you. It will so right (back) at home there.

A new to me post-war Woodrow bowler in Radium (mid-grey indoors and I would call it silver-grey in direct sun). A great hand on this one - very smooth - and very thin. In fact, this is the first bowler I've handled I would actually call a feather weight. I don't have scales but I'm certain this unlined, thin felt is 1/3 less weight than other, traditional lined bowlers I have in my collection. One picture is with my C&K bowler and my Kaller bowler. As you can see, while the sides are curved more agressively on the Woodrow, all the dimensions are about 1/4 inch less than the other two examples. The crown may even be 1/2 inch shorter.

Fits great and looks good. Like some panama's, it is so light I hardly know I'm wearing it.

A huge Thank You to my friend, Stafan @steur for letting me be the caretaker of this great London hat.



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[Steve1857]

Two beautiful looking Borsalino Clubs, Stefan. I can almost feel the wonderful felt from your photos.
Really love that Mossant, too. Wonderful wide ribbon and bow. I'd also say pre-war.

Borsalino Club Gran Lusso in bismuto colour. Size 56, with the overwelt brim at 5cm and the crown 11cm at the center dent. Equally fantastic felt as the mirtillo one. This one weighs 98 grams, while it's companion was slightly heavier at 105 grams.

 

[Jesse John]

Looks more like a Wanderer now.

True! Good observation. Thank you for the compliment. Also, incredible how such small details go into dating these hats. What would us newcomers do without TFL?!

 

[Steve1857]

Just when you think you don't need another black Bowler, another one turns up that you just have to have
More in the Bowler and Derby thread.

 

[Rumad]

Got a great deal on this (1940s?) Stratoliner with large box. A really beautiful grey/blue color. Can’t wait to wear this out! View attachment 315877

Gorgeous. Great get man.

 

[BobHufford]

Just when you think you don't need another black Bowler, another one turns up that you just have to have

Nice! I understand this — I only have four, but keep looking. People considering the purchase of their first black Bowler need to know the risks.

 

[Jesse John]

Just when you think you don't need another black Bowler, another one turns up that you just have to have
More in the Bowler and Derby thread.
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I tell ya what. It’s hard to pull off a bowler for most. You make it look too easy. That alone should justify every one you collect

 

[Steve1857]

Thanks JJ. That's very kind of you. Appreciate it.

I tell ya what. It’s hard to pull off a bowler for most. You make it look too easy. That alone should justify every one you collect

 

[Blare]

Just when you think you don't need another black Bowler, another one turns up that you just have to have
More in the Bowler and Derby thread.
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I love that style bowler on you Steve. I think if I do decide to add another bowler at some point it will be one with the tighter brim curl like yours. I missed on a fantastic one @BobHufford tipped me off to not to long back and kinda regretted it.

 

[Frunobulax]

True! Good observation. Thank you for the compliment. Also, incredible how such small details go into dating these hats. What would us newcomers do without TFL?!

And we're still never really"sure."

 

[Steve1857]

Thanks Joe. Ja, you always regret the one that got away. Luckily, there's always another one that comes up sooner or later.

I love that style bowler on you Steve. I think if I do decide to add another bowler at some point it will be one with the tighter brim curl like yours. I missed on a fantastic one @BobHufford tipped me off to not to long back and kinda regretted it.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Got a great deal on this (1940s?) Stratoliner with large box. A really beautiful grey/blue color. Can’t wait to wear this out! View attachment 315877

Absolutely stunning!
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[TheGuitarFairy]

Got a great deal on this (1940s?) Stratoliner with large box. A really beautiful grey/blue color. Can’t wait to wear this out! View attachment 315877

That's a beauty, Jesse, wow ..
Love color and larger ribbon!
I had an old OR that previous owner had put a wider, gold ribbon on and it looked killer.

 

[Rmccamey]

Your lucky day!

Got a great deal on this (1940s?) Stratoliner with large box. A really beautiful grey/blue color. Can’t wait to wear this out! View attachment 315877

 

[Rmccamey]

I'll do that Steve. Thank you.

Ooh, that Woodrow Bowler is so nice, Randy. Great dimensions. If ever you visit London be sure to take it with you. It will so right (back) at home there.

 

[TheGuitarFairy]

Don't know if this No1Q Arminto will squeak into the Pre 40' Stetson Western thread or not!?
Early transitional handwritten manufacturing label. If a consensus arrives I'll do some cleanup here and move to a more specific thread for posterity's sake ; )

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[Blare]

Don't know if this No1 Quality Arminto will squeak into the Pre 40' Stetson Western thread or not!?
Early transitional handwritten manufacturing label. If a consensus arrives I'll do some cleanup here and move to a more specific thread for posterity's sake ; )
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Wow

 

[Steve1857]

That is one seriously great find, Mike. Congrats!

Don't know if this No1 Quality Arminto will squeak into the Pre 40' Stetson Western thread or not!?
Early transitional handwritten manufacturing label. If a consensus arrives I'll do some cleanup here and move to a more specific thread for posterity's sake ; )
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[BobHufford]

Don't know if this No1 Quality Arminto will squeak into the Pre 40' Stetson Western thread or not!?

I'll defer to others on the date, but ... wow ... I love that hat! Congrats Mike!

 

[carouselvic]

Right as rain....made at or around that 1940 mark. Any part of the size tag remaining?