Historyteach24
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Thanks man. It's custom made from a up and coming hatter named tim
Stratcat, feel free to post every day. I only own ten hats or so but don't mind posting re wears. That camp draft looks quite nice on you
Looks great Stratcat. Welcome.
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Thank you, all.Stratcat,size of collection shouldn't be a deterrent to posting your thoughts and observations.
Thanks Greg, I agree, it seems such a cool thread, and I want in!Stratcat, that is a great look! I joined not too long ago and wondered the same thing - with a limited number of hats, would I be welcome to post repeat wearings? The camaraderie here is so cool, I sort of wanted to be a part of it, if you know what I mean. The members were very welcoming. "No problem, just use a different angle and background." Or "That's OK, we like to see pictures of hats." I really appreciated it!
Mayser's Supra
Josh, Thanks! Yes this one has a deep cupped flange that creates a big swoop. Also a heavier weight felt that isn't kind to dry side denting but not lacking in quality .
I always loved the thicker felt (especially the long hairs and velours) from the Austrian/German companies. Its substantial, soft, but never over stiff. Many American hat companies went to some pretty thick felt in the 70's, 80's, and 90's and loaded the bodies with shellac. I don't care for those at all, but a vintage thicker European hat body is very nice.
Josh, Steve, I'd really like to handle some fine vintage felt along with getting a few words of education from a more experienced collector. I have a few vintage fedoras, but I bought them on my own w/o advice or assistance from anyone. The hats do look and feel different, better than any modern hat I've tried. And I've tried (and purchased) a lot of retail hats. But I'm still not sure what to look for in vintage. Maybe when my custom hats arrive in a few weeks I'll learn some more about the virtues of fine hats! Other than that, I'll hope for a GTG on the East Coast sometime!