What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[hatophile]

Stetson

 

[Blare]

I’m not a fan of whip stitching, but I like a nice, old hat. That one sure is fine!

Thanks Randall

 

[Bamaboots]

Stetson View attachment 229708

Looks great. Is that the OR I’m so envious of?

 

[hatophile]

Looks great. Is that the OR I’m so envious of?

Yes, yes it is Greg. Originally from Kline's of San Antonio.
On another note, I find I'm actually right side up today.

 

[mayserwegener]

Is/was the brim configuration of U.S. hats any differentthan the European bowlers that preceeded them?

Randy, They evolved overtime so not sure. You would have to compare based on the time period.

 

[Hagwood]

Thanks Tim. The tip protector wasn't being very camera friendly today.
IMG_3122 by Michael A2012, on Flickr
The sweat isn't imprinted so I'm guessing it's already been changed out in the past. This one has been around more than one block. Ha ha.

Thanks,
Michael

Very cool Michael ! I would love to find one of those some day.....

 

[Hagwood]

Wearing a '50s era Dobbs Fifth Avenue that I completely reworked sometime back. This hat was originally a size 7 with a 2 5/8 wide brim. The original sweat was toast and the original Copper colored ribbon couldn't be reused. I sized it up to a 7 1/4 and changed the original block profile. Needless to say, I lost brim width. It went from 2 5/8 to 2 1/2 inches, which didn't sit well with me. After putting it back together, I took it apart again, because of the 2 1/2 brim width, and bagged it away. I found it again and decided to put it back together. I found a matching ribbon and bow that someone gave me. I restyled the bow and put it on the hat. I liked the crown height and the vintage felt on this one is very nice. It also has an overwelt brim. I thought I'd give it another shot.

Before:

On the block:

Ribbon and bow that I found for the hat. I had enough material on the bow and keeper to restyle it.

Restyled, and I gave it a slight upswoop:

Another outstanding job Terry !

 

[Hagwood]

I am not 100% sure as I don’t have other liners that are definitely embroidered to compare them to. I don’t see too much of a raised surface on the design so I think it is more like screen printed and the gold embossed. View attachment 229555

They sure look embroidered in the pictures. Very cool liner either way.

 

[Hagwood]

French week, deuxième jour.
Arlesia lords hat in brown, restored by Penumbra. A woolfelt lords hat is not very common. The hand of the felt is not as nice as a furfelt, but they sure did some pretty cool stuff with wool back then.

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Beautiful color on that one Stefan. French week is looking very promising !

 

[T Jones]

Another outstanding job Terry !

Thank you buddy.

 

[Hagwood]

J. Hückel´s Söhne were famous for Velour Soft Felt Hats but their Stiff Felt Hats were also very popular. This week I will feature J. Hückel´s Söhne Stiff Felt Hats.

J. Hückel'a Synove Vídeň (J. Hückel´s Söhne Wien) early 1900s. The felt is dense and has a very nice smooth finish. The weight is 149 grams. The crown has a lower profile with a wide flat brim. The brim curl is extremely tight. The liner is especially fantastic. Same with the textured sweatband.

The same crest design in German (upper right corner). From sole agent for U.K. British Colonies and the far East: H. Haymann, 17

J. Hückel´s Söhne won the Grand Prix Paris 1900.

J. Hückel´s Söhne used 1/4 Point Sizing for Stiff Felt Hats and Silk Top Hats. Notice the 5 3/4 Point Size / Weite (lower right corner).

Johann Hückel´s Söhne Neutitschein (today Nový Jičín) Factory early 1900s. Yesterday's employee group photo is from the same series of photos.

Wow, more great history Steve. That liner is gorgeous !

 

[Hagwood]

Coming from New Zealand, where not even the police carry guns, I must admit that it’s hard for me to fathom. That said, it would have made a great addition to my poncho pics!

I was thinking the same thing about your poncho pics !

 

[Hagwood]

Yes, yes it is Greg. Originally from Kline's of San Antonio.
On another note, I find I'm actually right side up today.

Always love seeing that one Perry. Just absolutely killer !

 

[Rumad]

Riding out for essentials. Coordinated the best I can. Be safe y’all.

 

[Michael A]

Very cool, Steve. I'm pretty sure you're the only one who could pull that off for a week on the lounge!


Wouldn't mind seeing that one a second time, Randall.


Very nice, Perry. That ribbon shines.


Doesn't get boring, Fabio.


Good choice, Charlie. At least wearing a hat keeps your head protected.


Whoa, that's some hat. Not your everyday style, Michael. Nice one though.

Thanks Stefan. Not often I'm seen in a 4" brim. But fun once and awhile.

French week, deuxième jour.
Arlesia lords hat in brown, restored by Penumbra. A woolfelt lords hat is not very common. The hand of the felt is not as nice as a furfelt, but they sure did some pretty cool stuff with wool back then.

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That's a nice looking woolie, Stefan. Great colors to it.

Very cool Michael ! I would love to find one of those some day.....

Thanks Tim. This one showed up in a Halloween bin at my favorite vintage store a couple of years back. It was well stained, but cleaned up moderately well. After looking at a few creases in it I decided I liked this one best.

Thanks,
Michael

 

[Hagwood]

HAPPY EARTH DAY !

I did my part by planting a new Japanese Maple.

Also, inspired by @Randall Renshaw Stetson 3x Fifteen, wearing mine that was so generously gifted by @Rmccamey.

 

[Michael A]

Champ genuine suede finish today.
IMG_3123 crop by Michael A2012, on Flickr
IMG_3125 crop by Michael A2012, on Flickr
IMG_3124 crop by Michael A2012, on Flickr
Might get out for a bit of a mushroom hunt today.
IMG_3130 crop by Michael A2012, on Flickr
4-22-2020 Today's Clothes by Michael A2012, on Flickr
Have a good day,
Michael

 

[steur]

Perfect combination for the task.




Glorious brown felt and ribbon (basting stitches included).



You always look so sharp. Thanks for pulling up the sartorial appearance on this thread.




Never sell that hat. The 3 15's are rare and glorious. Thanks for sharing such a grand hat. IMO, the dimensions are perfect for you.




The cattleman's crease looks au-natural on your head! Cheers sir!



Fun to see you post this evening sir. The Dobbs and very special t-shirt are just the cat's meow. Cheers Bill.

Best, Eric -

Thank you, Eric.

Yeppers. I see the basting threads.
Nice ribbon colour and hat, too.

Thanks, Randall. The ribbon is quite red, which I like with the brown of the hat.

30 Days to 30 Hats - Day 21
Dobbs Gay Prince

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Dobbs Gay Prince
Tan light weight soft felt
4 1/2 crown as bashed at highest point
3/4 self felted ribbon with whip stitched trim
2 3/4 to 2 7/8 brim with whip stitched edge binding

I think this may be 1940s vintage Dobbs Gay Prince. I love the feel of this felt... super thin and extremely moldable. When this hat arrived it had popped its brim stitching so I had to replace it. It has some staining on the liner.. but other than that fantastic shape. I don’t find too much occasion to wear this hat but I really enjoy it.
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A very distinct style. Cool hat, Joe. Not as pronounced in person as one would expect, I believe.

 

[Tukwila]

Been teleworking, but had to drive into the office today as the software needed is not available on my remote connection. RAIN!

Knox 15 for the trip:

 

[steur]

J. Hückel´s Söhne were famous for Velour Soft Felt Hats but their Stiff Felt Hats were also very popular. This week I will feature J. Hückel´s Söhne Stiff Felt Hats.

J. Hückel'a Synove Vídeň (J. Hückel´s Söhne Wien) early 1900s. The felt is dense and has a very nice smooth finish. The weight is 149 grams. The crown has a lower profile with a wide flat brim. The brim curl is extremely tight. The liner is especially fantastic. Same with the textured sweatband.

The same crest design in German (upper right corner). From sole agent for U.K. British Colonies and the far East: H. Haymann, 17

J. Hückel´s Söhne won the Grand Prix Paris 1900.

J. Hückel´s Söhne used 1/4 Point Sizing for Stiff Felt Hats and Silk Top Hats. Notice the 5 3/4 Point Size / Weite (lower right corner).

Johann Hückel´s Söhne Neutitschein (today Nový Jičín) Factory early 1900s. Yesterday's employee group photo is from the same series of photos.

Fabulous, Steve. The liner is indeed fantastic and a hat in a quarter size as well.