The BORSALINO BROTHERHOOD

[alanfgag]

Borsalino marque grand luxe, 5X velour finish. I have two examples of this hat that could be twins, except that the gray one is noticeably lighter felt than the brown one. I'll have to weight them to see if there is a real difference, or just a normal range within the same style.

cheers,
Alan

 

[danofarlington]

Borsalino marque grand luxe, 5X velour finish. I have two examples of this hat that could be twins, except that the gray one is noticeably lighter felt than the brown one. I'll have to weight them to see if there is a real difference, or just a normal range within the same style.

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Very nice. It seems as though you and Borsalinos are made for each other.

 

[alanfgag]

I do think this hat was happy to get out of that box after several decades of storage! Here's one more:

 

[delectans]

Fine looking hat, Alan, you wear it well.

 

[DRB]

Very nice Alan!

 

[GamaH]

Not related to the hat, but nice coat, Alan!

Anyway, I'm getting a San Remo and Gazella as soon as I get back stateside. Has anyone here had any experience with these hats?

 

[PADDY]

Keeping it Borsolino ! Lovely lids

 

[alanfgag]

Thanks for the thumbs up!

Not related to the hat, but nice coat, Alan!
Anyway, I'm getting a San Remo and Gazella as soon as I get back stateside. Has anyone here had any experience with these hats?

I have two contemporary Borsalinos though not these models. It's a very personal decision, but for myself, I feel $200-$300 will buy much more hat in a vintage Borsalino than a new one. Just sayin'

 

[Mobile Vulgus]

Well, I got my first Borsalino today and I am really very impressed with the quality, here.

The felt is soft as butter and can hold any shape well. The furnishings are top notch.

And it came in a Bosalino box, too, which I am very happy about.
Anyone got an idea on the age of this one?

I like it.

 

[jimmy the lid]

Very nice looking, Borso. Nice to snag a Borso box, as well -- which don't seem to be all that common.

Cheers,
JtL

 

[hatophile]

That hat in that kind of shape is unbelievable. That's a great pickup, MV.

 

[alanfgag]

It's a beauty MV... only a guess without the labels, but I would say late sixties or seventies on your new Borso. Lovely condition.

 

[Mobile Vulgus]

Thanks, Alan. It is in fine condition. Not a spot, in new condition certainly.

 

[monbla256]

Well, I got my first Borsalino today and I am really very impressed with the quality, here.

The felt is soft as butter and can hold any shape well. The furnishings are top notch.

And it came in a Bosalino box, too, which I am very happy about.
Anyone got an idea on the age of this one?

I like it.

THAT Borso is the BEST looking hat I've seen on your head MV ! Looks natural with your face shape, color is GREAT and works SO WELL with your flight jacket ! I'd drool with envy if I didn't think it would freeze solid on it's way down NICE,NICE hat !

Onward thru the SNOW now

 

[mayserwegener]

MV, Fantastic first Borsalino!

 

[Mobile Vulgus]

The liner is sewn in and not glued, as well. This is one quality piece, I have to say. A good one for my first Borso, indeed mayserwegener.

 

[fluteplayer07]

Very nice. I agree with Alan; late sixties (seventies? I have a sixties Borso with the oval crest liner) looks right to me for that liner. Can't tell the color of the sweat, dark brown or black?

 

[Mobile Vulgus]

Very nice. I agree with Alan; late sixties (seventies? I have a sixties Borso with the oval crest liner) looks right to me for that liner. Can't tell the color of the sweat, dark brown or black?

Dark brown. A wide one at 2-1/8 inches, too. Thanks for the dating help. I am wholly unfamiliar with the Borsos. This is the very first one I've ever handled.

 

[delectans]

Wow, M.V., you really are on a roll! Love the color and it looks splendid on your noggin. Hard to accurately date Borsalinos, but it certainly appears to be a beautiful example.

 

[Mobile Vulgus]

Thanks, del.