Royal Stetson Deluxe... (Now with photos)

[DanielJones]

Here is my latest capture from the Isle of e-bay. Netted without too much struggle.

I'm guessing that it may need a little cleaning judging by the brim binding and the yellowed bow inside the hat. Looks to be the previous wearer used hair product or had slick head of Sicilian hair like my pop. Either way it's a nice looking lid and will make a wonderful addition to the collection. It should clean up quite nice.
Now all I'll need is a dark suit, polkadot bow tie and a big cigar.

Cheers!

Dan

 

[feltfan]

I'm guessing that it may need a little cleaning judging by the brim binding and the yellowed bow inside the hat. Looks to be the previous wearer used hair product or had slick head of Sicilian hair like my pop.

That liner looks pretty clean to me.
Might not need cleaning. Judging from the
fact that the tag describing the lining is intact, I
don't think this thing saw a lot of wear.

The liner tag seems to read, "The lining in this hat
is rayon satin of ...". This is an interesting clue in
dating the hat. I have never seen such a tag before.
Why would they make a point of this? Because the lining
is not made of silk, which was in use for the war effort,
and they wanted the buyer to know they were supporting
the war. I'd say you can be confident you have an early
1940s homburg. That's my guess, anyway.

 

[DanielJones]

Very interesting Feltfan. That is a very strong and valid possibility you have there. I will keep that in mind when I check to see what else is lurking under the leather. Thank you for that heads-up.
When I have it here I'll post a clearer shot of the tag if possable.

Cheers!

Dan

 

[analogist]

It just ain't fair..

Dan;

That is a really swell hat, however since I live much closer to Irvington NJ than you do , you might be forced to send it to me should I claim the right of eminent domain. Enjoy it!

analogist

 

[DanielJones]

Alas, poor analogist, it is nowhere near New Jersey.
Sorry old bean, but you might have snagged it in transit and have been a very stylish cat. Actually, Jersey Jones is right in Irvington so he may have snagged it before you.
But if it goes astray I'll know who to talk to.

Cheers!

Dan

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

That is a cool lid, I was watching it and hoping a Lounger would get it. Actually, my very first Homburg is very similar to this one, a grey Royal DeLuxe with the little wind string. Mine wasn't a St. Regis, though, I guess that's a cut above a regular Royal DeLuxe.

 

[docholliday55]

I like this one even better than the Vogue. Enjoy!
doc

 

[DanielJones]

Well, thank you Doc! That is most appreciated.
Tony, it may be, but I don't see a wind cord on this one.

Has anyone heard of Gruber's in Irvington, NJ?

Cheers!

Dan

 

[captain johnny]

great catch enjoy

 

[DanielJones]

Thank you C.J.:eusa_clap And, if nobody has said so, welcome to the Lounge.

Cheers!

Dan

 

[ufguy11]

I was considering to bid on that hat too. GREAT BUY! ENJOY!

 

[DOUGLAS]

Beautiful hat. You can never go wrong with a few of these.

 

[Razzman]

Sharp looking lid.:eusa_clap Lets see some pictures of you wearing it.

 

[DanielJones]

Sorry, I've been sick for the past few days and wasn't exactly in good photographic form. I'll get some shots to post soon. I know how we all love pictures, but best to take a good picture than to look like Death munching on a cracker under a fine hat.

Cheers!

Dan

 

[DanielJones]

Here's The Stetson Royal Deluxe Homburg. Sorry about taking so long to get around to these.

My Sicilian relatives back east would be proud. I look like I shoud be having a pasta supper with Don Corleone. "I'll make you an offer you can't refuse." This is another that is a total joy to wear and have fun with.

Cheers!

Dan

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

Gotta love the Homburgs! They have their own style, especially when worn at a jaunty angle. They're not just for bankers any more!

 

[DanielJones]

I have to say I was supprised it looked well on me. When I first tried it on I had a denim shirt on and wasn't too sure about it. Once I got some nicer clothing on it fit well. My Pop says for the exception of the chin wiskers I look like my Great Grandfather. That felt pretty good.

Cheers!

Dan