What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?

[Daniele Tanto]

So first he risks his life in a war and when he comes home, everything and everybody is gone. Can't begin to imagine how he must Have felt.

Sergej, my grandfather had seen destruction, horror and death, yet he was a simple man, mild and in love with life.
He had the misfortune, for reasons of age, to take part, as a draft soldier, in the Italo-Turkish war of 1911-12 and then as a soldier recalled to the First World War. He was an alpine mountain artillery. He took part in the battles in the Alps up to the end of November 1918 up to the first months of 1919 as an occupation troop in Autria. He survived the Spanish fever and when he returned his family was gone.
He has built a new life, marrying my grandmother, who lost her boyfriend in the war, and becoming a true peaceful lover of life in all its manifestations.
I have had his stories on the horror of the battlefields, rare and very tight, to recall how bad it had been for his generation.
I visited with him, when I was a kid, some of these places, and when we arrived where he had fought, he remained silent for hours. Then he spoke about some amusing anecdote to resume living with his quiet love of life.
I keep his medals and his memories

 

[sergejvandervreede]

Sergej, my grandfather had seen destruction, horror and death, yet he was a simple man, mild and in love with life.
He had the misfortune, for reasons of age, to take part, as a draft soldier, in the Italo-Turkish war of 1911-12 and then as a soldier recalled to the First World War. He was an alpine mountain artillery. He took part in the battles in the Alps up to the end of November 1918 up to the first months of 1919 as an occupation troop in Autria. He survived the Spanish fever and when he returned his family was gone.
He has built a new life, marrying my grandmother, who lost her boyfriend in the war, and becoming a true peaceful lover of life in all its manifestations.
I have had his stories on the horror of the battlefields, rare and very tight, to recall how bad it had been for his generation.
I visited with him, when I was a kid, some of these places, and when we arrived where he had fought, he remained silent for hours. Then he spoke about some amusing anecdote to resume living with his quiet love of life.
I keep his medals and his memories

That's the best way to honor his memory, Daniele. Thanks for sharing this story.

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[Wildblue]

Got a second hat in Australia.

Just outside Sydney, went to The Hattery. Lovely, very helpful ladies there, and a great selection of Akubras and other hats. Tried on a bunch of contenders, but decided on a Banjo Patterson in black. Years ago, I debated hard between a Lawson and a Banjo Patterson, and went with the Lawson. So now I've got the other.

You know how the days after you you buy a new hat, seeing it on yourself out of the hat store, it sometimes seems different to you? My other Akubras, I liked even more. This one, I'm not sure about yet. I really liked it in the store, but now the crown seems a little more rounded to me. And since I have a massive noggin, (7 7/8 or 63, Long Oval) I'm very sensitive to hats that that have a really tall crown or wide brim. This brim is great, but I'm not sure how the taller brim works with my big head.

 

[mmbarnes]

Thanks guys.

This one's near twin lives with Alan.

And Mike... The vicariousituding is reciprocal.

 

[Richard Morgan]

Stetson 3X that I think is from the mid 50s.

Embroidered Last Drop liner

Size tag, manufacturers label point to mid 50s. Store price tag for $18 is more like late 60s which I don’t believe this hat is. More pics in New Hats thread
Have a great weekend


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[mmbarnes]

Stetson 3X that I think is from the mid 50s.

Embroidered Last Drop liner

Size tag, manufacturers label point to mid 50s. Store price tag for $18 is more like late 60s which I don’t believe this hat is. More pics in New Hats thread
Have a great weekend


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Very nice!

The ribbon is exemplary.

 

[bowlerman]

Took another hat to see its birth city: my optimo.
I wish I had it in the budget to adopt a sibling for it.
Also, I’m a little acrophobic. Trying to smile while my
Knuckles turn white from gripping the balcony rail so tightly!

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[Richard Morgan]

Very nice!

The ribbon is exemplary.

thanks Matt

 

[Richard Morgan]

When I picked up this Imperial Stetson this morning, it reminded me of why I love hats. I wish I could put that into words...

Of course, the nice thing about this place is that you guys get it.

Have a superduper surreal Saturday.

That is another beauty Matt.

 

[Richard Morgan]

View attachment 107028 We had to unexpectedly take off down to New Orleans today. My daughter, Sam (who refused to sleep until 1:20 am), with my new Fed IV on its first road trip.

Great picture, beautiful girl

 

[Richard Morgan]

Sergej, my grandfather had seen destruction, horror and death, yet he was a simple man, mild and in love with life.
He had the misfortune, for reasons of age, to take part, as a draft soldier, in the Italo-Turkish war of 1911-12 and then as a soldier recalled to the First World War. He was an alpine mountain artillery. He took part in the battles in the Alps up to the end of November 1918 up to the first months of 1919 as an occupation troop in Autria. He survived the Spanish fever and when he returned his family was gone.
He has built a new life, marrying my grandmother, who lost her boyfriend in the war, and becoming a true peaceful lover of life in all its manifestations.
I have had his stories on the horror of the battlefields, rare and very tight, to recall how bad it had been for his generation.
I visited with him, when I was a kid, some of these places, and when we arrived where he had fought, he remained silent for hours. Then he spoke about some amusing anecdote to resume living with his quiet love of life.
I keep his medals and his memories

Thank you for sharing Daniele, those memories must be very precious and I'm sure the time you spent with him shaped the kind generous man you are.

 

[moehawk]

Late post! I blame the lack of sleep =) '50's Borsalino Alessandria with a round paintbrush:

Nice hat!
When we see a diaper pin behind the bow we' ll know when you are completly sleep deprived...

 

[javadave61]

Wearing the Czech Traveler, as I call it. It's an old antique store find from a while back. Floppy felt that can be rolled up easily. Made in the Czech Republic.

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[Redfokker]

Going to root on the OSU Women's Gymnastics team today in their meet against Arizona. The early 1960s Cavanagh Thirty stingy is a must on this windy, blustery day. The raindrops can be seen on these images. This hat has felt to die for, supple and smooth. Go Beavers!

 

[moehawk]

Hey all!
Whoa.
I looked.at mmbarnes pics and the next thing I knew I was three miles from home in a tree.
Dude...
And then, when I went home I just had this urge to put on this 40,'s Game Bird.

Have a great day!

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[Frunobulax]

Saturday and a touch of snow. Standing under a mid-50s Royal Stetson Whippet.

Sent directly from my mind to yours.

 

[1mach1]

Simone today

The hat is by Esther (as usual [emoji3][emoji3][emoji3])

Me

Another Monsivais cap

And what a beautiful sunny day.

Hope you all have a great Saturday!

Y'all look great as usual Sergej!

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[Bamaboots]

Saturday and a touch of snow. Standing under a mid-50s Royal Stetson Whippet.

Sent directly from my mind to yours.

One of my favorite clown hats.

 

[Kiowa Bill]

I’m not actually wearing this hat today but i’d like to mark the occasion.

It’s always bittersweet to gift a hat, but this feels like the right move for me to make. My friend Felix here in Melbourne looks great in this vintage Champ and he can’t afford to invest in something worthwhile right now so I’m leaving this fellow behind for him in the yurt. He’ll find it when he gets home.

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It’s been a terrific two months Down Under. See you all on the SE Asia side.

Cheers,
Nathan

Very nice..and very classy. You're a good friend.

 

[Kiowa Bill]

Continued travels around Australia and New Zealand.

Who wore it better?

Do you really have to ask? The young lady. But you're cute too, I guess.