What hat are you waiting for today?

[Frunobulax]

Why not?

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I think you should consider a brick and mortar location wherever you settle when you retire.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

I think you should consider a brick and mortar location wherever you settle when you retire.

Bob and you have plans: Hat shop and Burlesque show…needed to find a use for all those feathered hat bands.

 

[Mighty44]

In 2004 this thread started with “waiting for an Optimo.” So am I:

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This is the third Optimo I’ve bought from this seller so I’m sure it will be fine, I just hope it fits…might be the perfect excuse for a Mexico vacation to meet Ignacio and Max @drmaxtejeda My wife might start encouraging me to buy more hats if there’s a trip to Mexico included.

Congrats—I saw that and wondered if you would be interested.

 

[steur]

Why not?

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That looks like fun. I see these pleated liners on hats from east Germany quite often.

 

[Daniele Tanto]

Why not?

Yes, instantly!

 

[Steve1857]

Just when you decide you don't need anymore black Bowlers in not your size, these interesting finds turn up.

 

[Rmccamey]

Never say never!


Another great bowler, Steve.

Just when you decide you don't need anymore black Bowlers in not your size, these interesting finds turn up.

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[steur]

Just when you decide you don't need anymore black Bowlers in not your size, these interesting finds turn up.

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I try to look away these days if I see bowlers or black homburgs

 

[deadlyhandsome]

I try to look away these days if I see bowlers or black homburgs

Maybe just a quick peak at the size tag for possible trade material?

 

[Steve1857]

Never say never!


Another great bowler, Steve.

Thanks Randy.

 

[steur]

Waiting for these.

 

[Steve1857]

Waiting for these.

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Very interesting indeed, Stefan.

 

[steur]

Very interesting indeed, Stefan.

Thanks, Steve. The homburg is a no-brainer. Curious about the "centurion"; never handled one like that before.

 

[Steve1857]

Thanks, Steve. The homburg is a no-brainer. Curious about the "centurion"; never handled one like that before.

Be interesting to see the outcome once they arrive. Looking forward to hearing your judgement.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

 

[Granville]

Sticking with the obscure and seldom seen, this one is a Triumph by Champ. Seller says it was in a box with a model name of "Penthouse" and labeled "Roman Green" - however seller also says he sees the color as a chocolate brown, so... box doesn't match, or another color-shifter. I already have one Champ with an undefinable color. This one doesn't say "feel the felt" but (continued below)

"felted with Genuine Beaver." Does that mean they kept a beaver in the room while they made the hat out of gerbil fur?
Super Sonic Edge? I'll be busting the sound barrier everywhere I go!

 

[Granville]

Why not?

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Serious "heathering" going on.

 

[Blare]

Sticking with the obscure and seldom seen, this one is a Triumph by Champ. Seller says it was in a box with a model name of "Penthouse" and labeled "Roman Green" - however seller also says he sees the color as a chocolate brown, so... box doesn't match, or another color-shifter. I already have one Champ with an undefinable color. This one doesn't say "feel the felt" but (continued below) View attachment 469370 View attachment 469371 View attachment 469372 View attachment 469373 "felted with Genuine Beaver." Does that mean they kept a beaver in the room while they made the hat out of gerbil fur?
Super Sonic Edge? I'll be busting the sound barrier everywhere I go!

Nice.

 

[Mickey Q]

'Bout time ...

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It is from the later period and has a couple of spots and one moth nip that I can see.

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But it's supposed to be my size and, although it went past the $25 to $45 estimate, it was still half-price.

VERY nice!! I hope it fits like a glove. What size do you wear?

 

[BobHufford]

VERY nice!! I hope it fits like a glove. What size do you wear?

Thanks Mickey! I typically wear a 7-1/2 LO, but have some 7-5/8 and some 7-3/8 that work.