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I went in blindly taking a gamble.
The label indicated that it was the oldest Morreton I had ever encountered in my life as a hat hunter
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The shape was that of a hat from the beginning of the last century
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The saleswoman was aware of its value and so I pressed the button hoping for good luck, also a little deluded by the measurements given to me...
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Morreton made in France, I think a hundred years ago, maybe more.
The size, unfortunately, is 56 centimeters and its state of conservation is perfect. I add that I was afraid it was a woman's hat but it is not.
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In my opinion it is a hat for young men also because I have seen some worn in France at the beginning of the last century.
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Chapeu Francais Morreton - Marque Deposée, there are no other indications except the size 56 centimeters
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The measurements of this beauty are: raw brims at 9.5 centimeters, ribbon at 5 centimeters and the lowest point of the crown is at 13 centimeters.
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The felt is thick and very solid.
Notice to sailors in the sea of hats, if for someone this hat is a siren with a mischievous charm, write to me.
Seeing it and not being able to wear it is torture. It can arrive in new homes.
Cool find, Daniele. Larger brimmed hats are not that common over here as you know.
 

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I'm newer here at JW's and am learning as I go. But here's my first creation with the help of the team here. Loving the art and the craftsmanship!!
 

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Rmccamey

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That is an excellent sample, Danielle, and a unique color as well.

In the search for something rarely seen in Italian hat making, a Barbisio unexpectedly arrives
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Probably assembled by the Cervo hat factory at the end of the production of Barbisio hats, it uses a fantastic felt for quality, lightness and color.
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It is a typical mid-season hat, light, unlined and with a spring sky color.
The characteristics are as follows: Barbisio unlined in light felt with a ribbon of the same material and a zigzag sewn brim, the sweatband is in fabric
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Size 61 centimeters or 7 in the French scale, true size.
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The measurements are as follows: brim at 5.5 centimeters, ribbon of 1.5 centimeters and lowest point of the crown at 10 centimeters.
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For all those who love light and unusual hats.
 

Daniele Tanto

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Wonderful find.
Thanks a lot. It is ancient and particular. What I can ask if not my size? :)
Cool find, Daniele. Larger brimmed hats are not that common over here as you know.
Stefan agree with you completely and a Morreton so old is an event
That is an excellent sample, Danielle, and a unique color as well.
Barbisio made some wonderful hats even when they are almost dead
 

AbbaDatDeHat

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I'm guessing 1930s, but if somebody can tell, please let me know. Stetson The Boss Raw Edge with The Fray sweat

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EDIT: I don't know what caused that black blob in the middle, but something to do with the phone camera and the black hat.

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Is this the lot number?

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Quite the prize!
The felt should be a dream!
Not the Lot#.
B
 

Rmccamey

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I'm guessing 1930s, but if somebody can tell, please let me know. Stetson The Boss Raw Edge with The Fray sweat

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EDIT: I don't know what caused that black blob in the middle, but something to do with the phone camera and the black hat.

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Is this the lot number?

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It's a great feeling to find one of those Grail hats, Don. Good hunting!
 
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I'm guessing 1930s, but if somebody can tell, please let me know. Stetson The Boss Raw Edge with The Fray sweat

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EDIT: I don't know what caused that black blob in the middle, but something to do with the phone camera and the black hat.

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Is this the lot number?

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JACKPOT!!! Amazing find. Congratulations Don!
 

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