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What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

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Thanks guys. It is nippy up here today too.

Greg, I've yet to see a hat that doesn't suit you. The Paul Stewart is no exception.
 
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Another great selection of hats and caps today gents.:eusa_clap

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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Stratcat,size of collection shouldn't be a deterrent to posting your thoughts and observations.
Thank you, all.

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!
Thanks Greg, I agree, it seems such a cool thread, and I want in!

Thank you everyone for such a warm welcome. I'll try to get more pics sorted and join in the fun. I didn't manage one today, way too wet and windy to hang around snapping selfies.;)
 
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Mayser's Supra

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Perry, Thanks! Really like the contrasting ribbon and binding on your Whippet!

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 :) .

Scott, Always great to see a Homburg. Your Miller Brothers wears great too!

S4C, Really like how your Harris Tweed works with your tie! Super!

Greg, Same with your sweater - tie - Monsivais 8-dart tweed combo. Also your Fall ivy cap from last evening! Super!

AMGB, Really like the pin and feather accents on your Jaxon wool soft felt!

Sam, Bold statement with the VS Max, overcoat and (especially) the glasses!

Matt, Great color combos (very Trachten) on your custom! Great bow too!

Alan, Fantastic 1950s Borsalino XXXXX Velour! Borsalino styling!
 
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Joshbru3

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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.
 
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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.

Yes totally agree. This hat is nothing like what you see later. It's just a different design / style experience.
 
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GregNYC

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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!
 
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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!

Most of my vintage hats are from Austrian and German makers. I like all types of hats (soft and stiff) but my favorites are old (pre 1940) city dress Austrian and German Velours. I could bring some of my collection to a East Coast GTG.
 

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Justin, nice to see you here again.

Nice color ofcoursemyhorse.

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Today a 2 hat day. First this 20X beaver Stetson
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and in the afternoon this long hair Resistol Panda.
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OCMH, Always great to see a Stiff Felt and especially one in a unique color!

Joao, Fantastic contrast in finishes with the 20X Beaver Stetson vs. the Resistol Panda!
 

Strapped-4-Cache

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OCMH - that's a mighty fine looking bowler, and a great color.

Joao - both of the westerns are nice, but I like the panda best. Wish I could pull off the look, but westerns just don't suit me.

It's a brisk 9 degrees this morning at the office. Pulled out the long coat and scarf, topped with the caribou Stetson.

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For a bit of irony, I decided to wear one of my 80's Tobasco ties to offset the cold. :cool:

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GregNYC

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Joao, I like the 20X's crown height and fullness!

OCMH, nice!

S4C, very dapper, and I love the proportions in the caribou!

I have a 15-minute walk in the morning to the train, so in this windy single-digit temperature,I bundled up in a hooded Canada Goose parka. Underneath, however, is a G-1 with my brown tweed newsboy from Simonds.

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Lt.hats

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OCMH, I love that black cherry!

Joao, that long hair looks great. The Panda is aptly named, it does look fur to me.

S4C looking sharp today.

Greg, I envy your sense of style, (and your hats), you always dress sharp.
 
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OCMH, great color on the bowler.

Joao, that Panda is stunning. Is it soft, or stiff?

S4C, the caribou color looks good on you. Does that one have a welted edge?

Greg, sharp buddy! I really like that Simonds.
 
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