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[Topper]

If done umbrella test then sounds ok, provided not too tight! eg red marks when taking off then reasonable, I don't normally go by old photos (who says they were wearing it correctly themselves!) Comfort is the most important thing, can you wear if for hours without removing then would be happy.

ttnf "Game of Thrones" on the Box

 

[newturnofphrase]

Already tried that, bent every which way, even upside down and it doesn't shift.

The fit seems to be more like these late-Victorian gents:

Yeah that's what I was talking about. Modern orthodoxy is to wear it down at the ears and a centimeter or two above eyebrows, however almost all historical examples from that era show people wearing them substantially higher.

 

[mercuryfelt76]

My new silk topper arrived today. It's in much better condition than the one I picked up about a month ago, but is a bit more snug (it was advertised as being the same size, but it does sit higher). A nice curve to the brim and crown, no flaws to the silk. My only conern is fit. What say you, gents?

This one is a bit clearer and shows the shine better. I'll give it a proper brush and polish later.

Wow, what s stunning, curvy top hat, you look so regal. The fit is perfect, too many people wear their top hat only just above the ears like a fedora. The way you have it is perfect. Have you tried to conform it?

 

[St. Valentine]

@ Nick D: Wow, I´d say it looks perfect! :eusa_clap

Frank

 

[Dronak]

FWIW, I do have one top hat, but it's just one from Men's Wearhouse that I bought when I rented a morning suit for my wedding. It was part of a small accessory set that had the hat, a plastic? cane, and white gloves. I've got it stored away, because it doesn't seem like the kind of hat I'd want to wear that often. But it's nice to have it for possible future use.

Edit: Here's a picture (I had to remember where I stored the hat).

 

[mercuryfelt76]

@Nick D, what make is it and any chance of some photos of the inside?

 

[Nick D]

Thanks, gents!

As requested:

 

[Garrett]

Since we haven't seen any ancient toppers lately I'll post the newest arrival:

Made by John C Yeager of Philadelphia in the 1840's/50's. In 1839, John and his brother were manufacturing hats at 155 N 3rd St with a rear entrance at 404 N 3rd. By 1844 they are using the 163 N 3rd St address depicted in the crown.

 

[alanfgag]

Fantastic! I'm glad you won that one, Garrett... I was hoping to see some better pictures.

 

[randooch]

Dimensions, Garrett? That's really something.

 

[Garrett]

7 3/4" Crown and 2 1/4" on the brim

 

[DCMark]

Wow! That is wonderful. I've just been reading Grant's Memoirs so seeing one of those old hats in color was great timing. Thanks!

 

[newturnofphrase]

Since we haven't seen any ancient toppers lately I'll post the newest arrival:

Wow, very well preserved! Rare to see hats that old that aren't fully crushed, piebald, or otherwise aesthetically destroyed.

 

[St. Valentine]

Ready for the races! The grey top hat is italian made by Guerra from harefelt which is good. Not so good is that it doesn´t fit exactly because of the shape of my head. Our member Topper gave me some insight what should be done to get a better fitting top hat but unfortunately I can´t find the time this year. Provided I will visit Ascot again next year (what I hope for) I might pay him a visit. The Guerra will do this year, it isn´t that bad after all.

 

[newturnofphrase]

Lock & Co hatters is using a roll of vintage silk plush that a customer found in his attic to make 20 or so new silk top hats.

http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/2/1c29dc88-b3b9-11e1-8b03-00144feabdc0.html#axzz1xzgUMnir
(scroll halfway down)

 

[newturnofphrase]

The good people at Lock & Co were kind enough to send me several photos of the new silk plush top hats in progress.

See more here:
http://torontotophats.wordpress.com/2012/07/02/new-silk-plush-top-hats-by-lock-co/

 

[Joshbru3]

The good people at Lock & Co were kind enough to send me several photos of the new silk plush top hats in progress.

See more here:
http://torontotophats.wordpress.com/2012/07/02/new-silk-plush-top-hats-by-lock-co/

VERY cool!!!

 

[St. Valentine]

Very nice! But the price is..... ouch! :eeek:

 

[MissMittens]

New member of the Topper club

 

[St. Valentine]

Welcome to the club! Unfortunatley I will have to wait for next year´s Ascot to wear mine again. Not too many occasions on the continent for wearing
a top hat.... [huh]