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[drmaxtejeda]

Fourth, an Optimo that was so big (62.75) and had such a narrow brim the seller had trouble selling it, so I got it cheap. I gained about half an inch (1/8 inch for each size).
It is really soft, no stiffener I can feel, which is unusual for an Optimo. Yellow liner, so has to be 100 beaver, at least.
A "before" pic at the end.

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Fifth, a John Wanamaker Panama. Really small, even, tight weave. It was a little damaged in transit to Mexico, so Ignacio put some stuff on it to close it and stop it from spreading. Undetectable unless you put it up to the light. It was also dirty, so I bought it for $250. Ignacio is a treasure to me.

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Sixth, Schoble Velour. It was filthy, misshapen, and missing the sweatband. Ignacio says it's the best felt in the bunch. Could someone help me date it from the paper tags?

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Seventh, Jimmy Pierce Designs Dick Tracy. Rabbit fur, but I love the color and shape. I had been looking for a truly yellow, quality hat for years.

 

[Bill Hughes]

Second hat, Royal Stetson with a wonderful color and a ribbon like I'd never seen before. Really soft, and in my size! OPS tag View attachment 539453 View attachment 539455 View attachment 539456 View attachment 539457 View attachment 539458 View attachment 539460 View attachment 539452

Love the color.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Fourth, an Optimo that was so big (62.75) and had such a narrow brim the seller had trouble selling it, so I got it cheap. I gained about half an inch (1/8 inch for each size).
It is really soft, no stiffener I can feel, which is unusual for an Optimo. Yellow liner, so has to be 100 beaver, at least.
A "before" pic at the end.
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The true color and the wider brim make all the difference. Looks great, Max.

 

[drmaxtejeda]

The true color and the wider brim make all the difference. Looks great, Max.

Thanks, Brent!

 

[Rmccamey]

An excellent array of hats, Max. I don't know that the rest of us can compete! 'm glad you like the Limpia Creej hat.

I just picked up a batch of finished hats from Ignacio. Cleaning, resizing, conforming, etc.
First hat an excellent Alley Kat. Big and heavy FEPSA beaver. Big enough for Joao View attachment 539447 View attachment 539448 View attachment 539449 View attachment 539450 View attachment 539451

Second hat, Royal Stetson with a wonderful color and a ribbon like I'd never seen before. Really soft, and in my size! OPS tag View attachment 539453 View attachment 539455 View attachment 539456 View attachment 539457 View attachment 539458 View attachment 539460 View attachment 539452

Third, a Limpia Creek Limpia 100 from Randy. I don't know why he let it go, but I'm glad he did. View attachment 539464 View attachment 539465 View attachment 539469 View attachment 539470 View attachment 539471 View attachment 539472 View attachment 539466

Fourth, an Optimo that was so big (62.75) and had such a narrow brim the seller had trouble selling it, so I got it cheap. I gained about half an inch (1/8 inch for each size).
It is really soft, no stiffener I can feel, which is unusual for an Optimo. Yellow liner, so has to be 100 beaver, at least.
A "before" pic at the end.
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[drmaxtejeda]

An excellent array of hats, Max. I don't know that the rest of us can compete! 'm glad you like the Limpia Creej hat.

What's not to like?

 

[Pellie]

Great hats Max

 

[steur]

Cavanagh (more in the Cavanagh thread):

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Whoa, you've scored some serious hats there, Brent. Fantastic finds, all three of them. As much as I like my homburgs I think the vote this time has to go to the Cavanagh.

 

[steur]

I just picked up a batch of finished hats from Ignacio. Cleaning, resizing, conforming, etc.
First hat an excellent Alley Kat. Big and heavy FEPSA beaver. Big enough for Joao View attachment 539447 View attachment 539448 View attachment 539449 View attachment 539450 View attachment 539451

Now that's a hat befitting a Mexican, Max! I would like to add something like that to my collection, just for the heck of it. Not exactly a grab and go hat, but a headturner for sure.

Second hat, Royal Stetson with a wonderful color and a ribbon like I'd never seen before. Really soft, and in my size! OPS tag View attachment 539453 View attachment 539455 View attachment 539456 View attachment 539457 View attachment 539458 View attachment 539460 View attachment 539452

Another beautiful looking hat, Max. Still have to decide for myself if I like the ribbon or if it's a bit too much for my taste.

 

[steur]

Seventh, Jimmy Pierce Designs Dick Tracy. Rabbit fur, but I love the color and shape. I had been looking for a truly yellow, quality hat for years.
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That's quite the parade of hats, Max. Great line-up! The panama and the Schoble are the stand-outs for me.

 

[steur]

While we're in Max's territory, here's one that will grace his shelves in the near future.
P&C Habig Special Zefiro made for Willoughby of Paris. Size 60 with the raw edge brim at 5,5cm and the crown at 10,5cm at the center dent. Nice thin felt with a bit of heathering going on. Intended for spring or summer wear it seems as it has both the Ventilo treatment and two ventilation patterns on the side. The hat is really lightweight too, at only 92 grams. This thin ribbon style is uncommon for European hats.

 

[steur]

Another newcomer. One we don't see that often here.
Herbert Johnson fedora in a nice dark brown called "oct brown" on the label. Size 57 with the raw edge brim at 6cm and the crown at 10cm at the center dent. Very lightweight hat at only 72 grams. Having a ribbon sweatband helps of course. Odd thing is that the ribbon sweatband is still reeded. I wonder if this one is supposed to be a roll-up hat.
Sorry about the uneven side pinch (how did I not see that?).

 

[Joao Encarnado]

I just picked up a batch of finished hats from Ignacio. Cleaning, resizing, conforming, etc.
First hat an excellent Alley Kat. Big and heavy FEPSA beaver. Big enough for Joao

If it is a offer, I accept it .

 

[Rmccamey]

A very nice set of unlined hats, Stefan. The P&C looks like a particularly upscale model.

Another newcomer. One we don't see that often here.
Herbert Johnson fedora in a nice dark brown called "oct brown" on the label. Size 57 with the raw edge brim at 6cm and the crown at 10cm at the center dent. Very lightweight hat at only 72 grams. Having a ribbon sweatband helps of course. Odd thing is that the ribbon sweatband is still reeded. I wonder if this one is supposed to be a roll-up hat.
Sorry about the uneven side pinch (how did I not see that?).

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[Frunobulax]

If it is a offer, I accept it .

Hope you're doing well, buddy.

 

[steur]

A very nice set of unlined hats, Stefan. The P&C looks like a particularly upscale model.

Thanks, Randy. Willoughby aimed for the better customer.

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Great hats Max

Thank you, Marcel!