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I'm guessing around late 40's or 50's on the Borsalino. I have a real similar one. Steur says about 1954 to 1960, and he knows way more than I do.I'm waiting on two hats... oddly both from the same proximity (staten island and oyster bay), although my cousin who lives on Long Island would probably beg to differ. A Borsalino (my first) and surprised my low bid caught what appears to be a 20-30's Dobbs, Leisure Luxury. Does anyone know when Dobbs stopped using the "Dobbs & Co" on their logos, as I assume (perhaps in error) that that would pre-date the "Dobbs" under the skinny lions?
I've looked through the Borsalino Brotherhood thread, but really have no idea the age bracket of it w/o a liner only that it has a blue (black?) cloth tag.
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Thank you both, once I receive the Borsalino, I'll check for the tag inside the sweat because I know that is important... probably take new photos and post in the new hats thread.I'm guessing around late 40's or 50's on the Borsalino. I have a real similar one. Steur says about 1954 to 1960, and he knows way more than I do.
These hats are called Marque Grand Luxe, abbreviated MGL on the Lounge, unless you've got something different.Thank you both, once I receive the Borsalino, I'll check for the tag inside the sweat because I know that is important... probably take new photos and post in the new hats thread.
I’m so glad you got that Dobbs. Was hoping it would turn up here. Definitely at least as old as 1930s. Great addition!!!I'm waiting on two hats... oddly both from the same proximity (staten island and oyster bay), although my cousin who lives on Long Island would probably beg to differ. A Borsalino (my first) and surprised my low bid caught what appears to be a 20-30's Dobbs, Leisure Luxury. Does anyone know when Dobbs stopped using the "Dobbs & Co" on their logos, as I assume (perhaps in error) that that would pre-date the "Dobbs" under the skinny lions?
I've looked through the Borsalino Brotherhood thread, but really have no idea the age bracket of it w/o a liner only that it has a blue (black?) cloth tag.
Cheers
I dig that edge treatment/binding whatever you call it.
I have seen a couple times this boater style weaving shaped in a fedora style.. but not very often For sure. It makes a nice look in my opinion. Great additionAdding to my straw collection with this hybrid boater/fedora. I'm not sure what to call it, can't find the brand anywhere, but looks quality (lined and with a leather sweat). And I where a "skimmer" wouldn't be my look, I think this one will be pretty cool. Anyone seen anything like it before? View attachment 602199 View attachment 602200 View attachment 602201
I dig that edge treatment/binding whatever you call it.
I should'a been a cowboy, learned to rope and ride.