Brad Bowers
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Sure looks like felt, but I don't know why it would be stitched, unless that keeps it from being too stiff. Seems to be there to help the hat hold its shape, though.
I can't make anything out of the marks on the tag, but was hoping it was either the salesman's initials or indicated part of the complex Cavanagh sizing system, as in "7 1/8 minus one scant."
Fascinating. These oddball hats are far more interesting than the everyday snap-brim, which Cavanagh sold more of than any other type of hat. Keeps me on my toes!
Thanks, Lefty.
Brad
I can't make anything out of the marks on the tag, but was hoping it was either the salesman's initials or indicated part of the complex Cavanagh sizing system, as in "7 1/8 minus one scant."
Fascinating. These oddball hats are far more interesting than the everyday snap-brim, which Cavanagh sold more of than any other type of hat. Keeps me on my toes!
Thanks, Lefty.
Brad