What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

[Bob Roberts]

You know, that value part is a big consideration. All the Premieres I've picked up have been half off or more at the outlet, making them the same as an Akubra. But at full price, it would be hard not to go custom. And Akubra beats it hands down at that point.

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True Dave. Re: Value. Outside of some recent production NOS Canadian Biltmores and some Internet bargains on out of production Stetsons and of course Akubras... there's not really anywhere else to go cept custom... Though some of the Italian hats from Capelleria Melegari look great for current production "factory" type hats.

 

[Bob Roberts]

Dave--first the caveat: I own three Akubras. I have three Premier Stratoliners and have handled several other modern Stetsons. So it's a small sample size.

Based on my experience and what I read here, Akubra does a better job with quality control. All my Akubras are well made. No flaws in the felt, good execution to the stitching, etc. I don't recall too many complaints from Loungers about poorly made Akubras.

Akubras aren't finished to a high level, meaning the felt feels a little bit coarse, but they are consistent, meaning there are no detectable flaws in the felt. For the price, they are a bargain, and like everyone else I can attest to their durability.

Modern Stetsons, on the other hand, have inconsistencies from hat to hat. Some are well executed, the felt is good and fairly well-finished and some aren't. A lot of those faults are pretty well documented here.

I would rank Akubras above modern Stetsons and a better value.


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+1!!! Especially when you price factor!

 

[javadave61]

True Dave. Re: Value. Outside of some recent production NOS Canadian Biltmores and some Internet bargains on out of production Stetsons and of course Akubras... there's not really anywhere else to go cept custom... Though some of the Italian hats from Capelleria Melegari look great for current production "factory" type hats.

And since we're talking value, I feel obligated to mention D'Aquino. Heck of a hat for under a C note.

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[MaddHatter]

Goorin Bros


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[Bob Roberts]

And since we're talking value, I feel obligated to mention D'Aquino. Heck of a hat for under a C note.

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From all I've seen, yes and I would have persued Daquino more but I don't believe she has the type of blocks I'm looking for.

 

[EstherWeis]

From all I've seen, yes and I would have persued Daquino more but I don't believe she has the type of blocks I'm looking for.

Just out of curiosity, what type of blocks would that be?

From what I've seen from her, they are excellent value for money!


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[Frunobulax]

And since we're talking value, I feel obligated to mention D'Aquino. Heck of a hat for under a C note.

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May I agree 200%? And for a little extra coin, she'll make you one in all beaver.

 

[javadave61]

May I agree 200%? And for a little extra coin, she'll make you one in all beaver.

I need to PM you sometime about the Beaver felt. I have a few questions.

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[Joao Encarnado]

Today was this black 3X beaver Resistol

 

[Hurricane Jack]

I'm seeing some nice hats. +1

Me too, Bob. All the Stetson Stratoliners, Playboys & the Windham are just beautiful!

 

[Frunobulax]

I need to PM you sometime about the Beaver felt. I have a few questions.

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Fire away. Hope I can help.

 

[Bob Roberts]

Just out of curiosity, what type of blocks would that be?

From what I've seen from her, they are excellent value for money!


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BIG and FAT, tall, straight sided, vintage style blocks with no taper.

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[ofcoursemyhorse]

I don't believe I've heard that term before. I thought a tuxedo hat was a topper. Learn something new from you guys every day!

Thanks its a fantastic hat. What differentiates it from most fedoras is that the underside of the brim is covered in silk. Its an incredibly lightweight.

 

[EstherWeis]

BIG and FAT, tall, straight sided, vintage style blocks with no taper.

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Hmmm, yes. I do see what you mean.
It's hard to either find them here and I think the demand for them is rather small here on the european market.
Good hat blocks are really hard to come by here.


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[Historyteach24]

Happy thanksgiving everyone! In my Akubra Tablelands trying to land some venison

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[hatsRme]

Thought I'd wear a special lid for our special holiday... an M&K Custom Hatters of LA from circa 1940. And a turkey.

 

[Frunobulax]

Good luck, Matt! Another Thanksgiving tradition.


Um, hats...

Nice!

 

[Daniele Tanto]

Thanks for your likes and appreciation they are a real boost

Charlie your turkey is ready for dinner?

Today Borsalino Homburg

Grey medium felt with contrasting ribbon

Made in Italy for the Swiss market

A classic for the proportions, una vera Lobbia

Buona cena!

 

[EstherWeis]

That is one smirky turkey!

Happy thanksgiving to all my american hat wearing friends!


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[RJR]

Dobbs conversion this morning.