What hat are you waiting for today?

[Joao Encarnado]

I'll be waiting for this... I bided 5m before end but no one raised it.

 

[Hats Matter]

As requested, the John Lee Hooker in aubergine from Optimo arrived today. I just took a couple of quick shots of this right after delivery. I will get some additional shots later on.

 

[Bamaboots]

 

[BobHufford]

Just had to like it again!

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Yes Sir!! Yes Sir!! And Yes Sir!!

 

[Hurricane Jack]

~1965 - early 1970's Stetson 3X OR still in the 1965 Centennial box. Not sure how long Stetson used those boxes but I see signs that place the hat in that range. The Picker who bought the hat at an estate sale says it is dark gray & it probably is but I'm hoping it's black, just dusty & underexposed in the pic. Maybe it will be close in color to BB's Levine Beaver 20; either way I'm a happy man to get it.

 

[Wyldkarma]

I may have jumped the gun on this hat. I usually either wear a snug 7 1/4 or a 7 1/8 and stretch it a bit. This is a 7 3/8 that I hope to either shrink a bit or shim. I don't mind a shim as long as it's not too much. Anyway it looks to be pretty pristine from the 40s. But the main reason I decided to take the chance is it has a 3" brim according to the seller.

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This is the 50s Stetson I am wanting to replace. I think the brim is a bit narrow for me.
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Good call Bill, I'm also a 7 1/4 but a really "round" head, not oval. I have also started buying 7 3/8th hats and have had some good luck. I have some 7 1/8 ones that I stretched a bit, but don't like doing that, my 7 3/8" Stetsons fit okay, a bit looser but no need for shims yet. They just sit a little lower on my head and I actually like how they fit. I did buy one 1960's vtg Resistol 100 that was a like new gorgeous hat and a steal of a buy at $90, I did have to put spacers in that one and it looks and fits pretty well. Good luck with it.

 

[Wyldkarma]

Seems I found a new hatter / tailor in Austin that I did not know existed. He does custom hat orders and makes them all in his shop. Stopped by his shop and WOW, he's got some nice stuff in there.....I do think his clothing items are a bit pricey, I don't need a $250 shirt or a $900 sport coat, but his hats are reasonable. Soooooooo, here is what I am waiting on now. Dark Moss Green Dutch Lemming brim 2 3/4" crown 4 1/2" with snap brim. Prices for a hat are around $449 rabbit / beaver and $549 pure beaver. I really like the looks of the liners too. He does mail order too with his online shop: https://bykowskitailorgarb.com/

 

[Desert dog]

Way to go Jack! Black or dark gray, both are nice! Anything other than silverbelly is hard to find in the larger sizes, and with the box! Glad to see you get it!

~1965 - early 1970's Stetson 3X OR still in the 1965 Centennial box. Not sure how long Stetson used those boxes but I see signs that place the hat in that range. The Picker who bought the hat at an estate sale says it is dark gray & it probably is but I'm hoping it's black, just dusty & underexposed in the pic. Maybe it will be close in color to BB's Levine Beaver 20; either way I'm a happy man to get it.

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[Desert dog]

Don't know how I missed this one. Looks like another homerun!

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[Bamaboots]

Don't know how I missed this one. Looks like another homerun!

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Thanks, Dd. From the same seller I got the other one from. Her grandfather knew a good hat.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Thanks, Dd. From the same seller I got the other one from. Her grandfather knew a good hat.

Sweet!!
This is exactly why i always look at the sellers other items. Every once in awhile it pays off. Your’s most certainly did in the best way!!
Sweet!!
B

 

[Bamaboots]

~1965 - early 1970's Stetson 3X OR still in the 1965 Centennial box. Not sure how long Stetson used those boxes but I see signs that place the hat in that range. The Picker who bought the hat at an estate sale says it is dark gray & it probably is but I'm hoping it's black, just dusty & underexposed in the pic. Maybe it will be close in color to BB's Levine Beaver 20; either way I'm a happy man to get it.

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I hope it's black as well, HJ. That way I can live vicariously through you, plus that way I'll know they exist outside of a Krylon can.

 

[BobHufford]

~1965 - early 1970's Stetson 3X OR still in the 1965 Centennial box. Not sure how long Stetson used those boxes but I see signs that place the hat in that range. The Picker who bought the hat at an estate sale says it is dark gray & it probably is but I'm hoping it's black, just dusty & underexposed in the pic. Maybe it will be close in color to BB's Levine Beaver 20; either way I'm a happy man to get it.

Glad to see you get that one Jack! Looking forward to your report and some head shots.

 

[Tukwila]

Seems I found a new hatter / tailor in Austin that I did not know existed. He does custom hat orders and makes them all in his shop. Stopped by his shop and WOW, he's got some nice stuff in there.....I do think his clothing items are a bit pricey, I don't need a $250 shirt or a $900 sport coat, but his hats are reasonable. Soooooooo, here is what I am waiting on now. Dark Moss Green Dutch Lemming brim 2 3/4" crown 4 1/2" with snap brim. Prices for a hat are around $449 rabbit / beaver and $549 pure beaver. I really like the looks of the liners too. He does mail order too with his online shop: https://bykowskitailorgarb.com/

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It's great to have a hatter within driving distance. I like the look of some of his hats. Of interest are the bespoke suits that come with a pistol!

 

[Bamaboots]

Sweet!!
This is exactly why i always look at the sellers other items. Every once in awhile it pays off. Your’s most certainly did in the best way!!
Sweet!!
B

I do the same, Bowen but I did complain to the seller about not posting the two hats at the same time because that way I would only have bought the one.

 

[belfastboy]

As requested, the John Lee Hooker in aubergine from Optimo arrived today. I just took a couple of quick shots of this right after delivery. I will get some additional shots later on.

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Love the bow work on this!

 

[BobHufford]

Let's just say my luck is still holding...

 

[Desert dog]

Ok Bob, this is more than luck. Have you been to a crossroads at midnight? That is an amazing haul.

Let's just say my luck is still holding...

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[BobHufford]

Ok Bob, this is more than luck. Have you been to a crossroads at midnight? That is an amazing haul.

At less than $12 a hat I'm pretty stoked! Also picked up a triple hat can. I don't regret that crossroads deal so far!