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Steinbockhase

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I'm not certain the measurements of the blocks you ordered; however, normally, blocks are made to shape and size fur felt hoods prior to the installation of the sweatband. Therefore, a 7 1/8 block would effectively measure out at 7 1/4. Installing the sweatband takes it down a size for the correct fit. So, don't be surprised if your block is too large to fit your hats with the sweatband in.

As for method, the block is a great idea, and I use them myself to work on hats. A good steam iron, some elbow grease, and some brushing will bring the hats back to open crown and reduce the ghost creases.

If you stretch the felt over the block, though, you can change the block profile of your hat. For this reason, I normally work mine over a smaller block, say a size 7 (I'm a 7 1/4). That way, you can move the hat crown around on the block, ironing it out without making it take the shape of the block.

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Thank you very much for your input on sizing, Fruno.
I just checked the size information on the manufacturer's website.
The ordered open-crown block is described: "57cm = 22,5 inches"
According to a standard hat size chart it should be: US 7 1/8 = 57cm = 22 1/4 inches
So I guess it is 1/4 of an inch larger.
I contacted the seller and asked about this difference and if he can change it to a size 56cm aka 22,25 inch circumference.
Concerning the fascinator; this is a unique item without size alternatives, but I don't think that size will make such a big difference with this small block.
 
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Thank you very much for your input on sizing, Fruno.
I just checked the size information on the manufacturer's website.
The ordered open-crown block is described: "57cm = 22,5 inches"
According to a standard hat size chart it should be: US 7 1/8 = 57cm = 22 1/4 inches
So I guess it is 1/4 of an inch larger.
I contacted the seller and asked about this difference and if he can change it to a size 56cm aka 22,25 inch circumference.
Concerning the fascinator; this is a unique item without size alternatives, but I don't think that size will make such a big difference with this small block.

You're welcome. The other block you got to shape your porkies shouldn't give you too much trouble. It looks like it will just fit up into the top of the hat for shaping, the you can pull it out.


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Locke & Co
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Geez-O-Pete Max (@drmaxtejeda). Not sure I've seen anyone fill a whole page with new hats before. Congrats!
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It's a stunning parade of hats there, Max. Don't think we've had that many in one day, ever. The quality is outstanding. You're gonna need more heads to wear them all! That hat-safe builder you've hired is going to have to work overtime.
 

Desert dog

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MacLachlan. My grandfather was Scottish. Had to have a hat with a tartan, no matter which.
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I've posted this before, but since you're an owner, I thought you might like it. My wife has an elderly friend who was a fur cutter in Danbury. Most of the fur she processed was sold to McLachlan.
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Desert dog

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Danbury Conneticut. My wife's friend loaned me some of her books of the area. An interesting story she told to my wife, was that while working there, she developed a red streak in her hair. Many people commented how attractive it was. It was caused by her pushing her hair back with the rubber glove she wore while handling chemicals used in the processing of fur.

Where was it?

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drmaxtejeda

I'll Lock Up
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Mexico City
Danbury Conneticut. My wife's friend loaned me some of her books of the area. An interesting story she told to my wife, was that while working there, she developed a red streak in her hair. Many people commented how attractive it was. It was caused by her pushing her hair back with the rubber glove she wore while handling chemicals used in the processing of fur.

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Yes. I googled it. Thank you, DD!

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drmaxtejeda

I'll Lock Up
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Danbury Conneticut. My wife's friend loaned me some of her books of the area. An interesting story she told to my wife, was that while working there, she developed a red streak in her hair. Many people commented how attractive it was. It was caused by her pushing her hair back with the rubber glove she wore while handling chemicals used in the processing of fur.

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Yes. Mercury. Like the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland.

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