What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[BobHufford]

Italian week is still going.

And we are all better for it! If I had to pick a winner it would be the Borsalino Lobbia Misto Nebbia. Love it ...

 

[Steve1857]

Thanks, Panos.
I guess these days, we have to find the silver lining in every cloud.
Hope we get some sun soon in Scandinavia.

Oh my Steve, what a beauty!!! Love how it reflects the otherwise poor daylight...same here, just hopes to see the sun again next week

 

[PDXHAT]

Brushed up and steamed an old Resistol I happened on a few years back for ten bucks. What's the era on these--60s?
B

 

[BobHufford]

Brushed up and steamed an old Resistol I happened on a few years back for ten bucks. What's the era on these--60s?

Nice! No later than 1967 with the Byer-Rolnick branding.

Hard to date with the Nudelman Bros. vendor. They cover several decades. This was from 1939: The hat is interesting in this uniform example

 

[BobHufford]

Akubra Cattleman.

 

[Randall Renshaw]

Oberländer Antelope. It's velvety grey felt brightened up a dull View attachment 303766 View attachment 303767 day.

That’s a seriously wonderful looking hat, Steve! I’d like to see an inside shot, if possible. Never heard of this brand.

 

[Blare]

That's a beauty, Joe! Love it.

Thank you Stefan.

Italian week is still going. I owe you this week's entries.

Let's hope I can remember which one is which
Borsalino Cocisca nutria Dattero
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Borsalino Ecosca nutria Condor
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Borsalino Mula 40 1/2 nutria opale
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Borsalino Faunosca martora china

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Borsalino lobbia misto Nebbia
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Borsalino Faunosca 38 1/2 Ghiaccio
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Borsalino Celespo nutria opale

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looking great. Enjoying the show!

 

[Blare]

Akubra Cattleman.

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Nice look Bob

 

[Blare]

Oberländer Antelope. It's velvety grey felt brightened up a dull View attachment 303766 View attachment 303767 day.

It sure does Steve

 

[mayserwegener]

Two fantastic finds, Steve. I really like the overall look and shape of the hat.

Steve, Thank you! It's does have a nice form. Great to see the Oberländer "Antelope"! Looks fantastic!

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Oberländer Antelope. It's velvety grey felt brightened up a dull View attachment 303766 View attachment 303767 day.

That’s my kind of brim! Love the soft looking felt too.

 

[Randall Renshaw]

Italian week is still going. I owe you this week's entries.

Let's hope I can remember which one is which
Borsalino Cocisca nutria Dattero
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Borsalino Ecosca nutria Condor
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Borsalino Mula 40 1/2 nutria opale
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Borsalino Faunosca martora china

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Borsalino lobbia misto Nebbia
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Borsalino Faunosca 38 1/2 Ghiaccio
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Borsalino Celespo nutria opale

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Man, this week’s batch is surely superior, to my tastes, Stefan!
What’s a martaro?
And thanks for the compliments on my last two efforts!

 

[Blare]

Saks Fifth Avenue yesterday for a chance encounter with JD himself. At least I think it was... who can tell with the masks

Starting out championship Sunday in Playboy style

 

[Randall Renshaw]

Un cappello bellissimo!
Noteworthy for the felt and finishes
Complimenti Randall

Thanks a lot, Daniele!
Ive been enjoying your super show of lobbias

 

[mayserwegener]

I really like the shape of this Heinr. ITA Wien homburg so different from the ones I've been wearing in recent weeks. Variety is always key.
Complimenti Steve!

Daniele, Thank you! I agree. It has extreme brim flange which is different. I have really enjoyed your series of Homburgs. The latest Carlton "Chapeau de Luxe" is really superb. Stunning color combo -> Felt vs. Band/Binding!

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Italian week is still going. I owe you this week's entries.

Let's hope I can remember which one is which
Borsalino Cocisca nutria Dattero
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Borsalino Ecosca nutria Condor
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Borsalino Mula 40 1/2 nutria opale
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Borsalino Faunosca martora china

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Borsalino lobbia misto Nebbia
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Borsalino Faunosca 38 1/2 Ghiaccio
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Borsalino Celespo nutria opale

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My my!!
One of the most epic posts ever, Stefan.
Fantastic parade of exquisite examples all things Borsalino.
Marvelous. Thank you.
B

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Spectacular hat! What is the model? Has lines similar to a Strat but I don't know enough about Stetson to be sure.

I’ve been enjoying your contributions. It’s great to see new members and new to us hats.

Just a hint: if you respond to a specific post, rather than just adding to the thread, the person you responded to will get an alert and is more likely to respond to your question.

 

[mayserwegener]

Anton Peschel Neutitschein possibly mid 1920s. I received this hat from a FL member back in 2010. He had it restored by Optimo Chicago which I think did a good job but I wish he had kept the original Sweatband (see below). The original Band was missing and the original Liner was shredded (see below). The Black Velour is of really high quality.

Original Liner Remnants

Original Sweatband

Imported by the "The Star Clo. Co. Macon, GA". I found some info on "The Star Clo. Co. Macon, GA". The company was owned by David Wachtel Sr. who immigrated from Austria / Bohemia in 1867. (Federal Census records showed there was community of people that immigrated from Austria / Bohemia.) His son David Wachtel Jr. born in Macon 1895 was also involved in the business and took over sometime after his father's death in 1920s (not listed in 1930 census). I have no idea how long the business lasted after 1930.

Paper Label

 

[Blare]

Anton Peschel Neutitschein possibly mid 1920s. I received this hat from a FL member back in 2010. He had it restored by Optimo Chicago which I think did a good job but I wish he had kept the original Sweatband (see below). The original Band was missing and the original Liner was shredded (see below). The Black Velour is of really high quality.

Original Liner Remnants

Original Sweatband

Imported by the "The Star Clo. Co. Macon, GA". I found some info on "The Star Clo. Co. Macon, GA". The company was owned by David Wachtel Sr. who immigrated from Austria / Bohemia in 1867. (Federal Census records showed there was community of people that immigrated from Austria / Bohemia.) His son David Wachtel Jr. born in Macon 1895 was also involved in the business and took over sometime after his father's death in 1920s (not listed in 1930 census). I have no idea how long the business lasted after 1930.

Paper Label

Yes. Love that old sweat. At least you still have it.

 

[PDXHAT]

I’ve been enjoying your contributions. It’s great to see new members and new to us hats.

Just a hint: if you respond to a specific post, rather than just adding to the thread, the person you responded to will get an alert and is more likely to respond to your question.

Ah. Good hint. Thanks. I'm still learning the forum mechanics!