What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[TPD166]

Today I am wearing one I've not posted before - a circa 1957-62 3X Resistol "San Fran" western in silverbelly. I got it in unworn condition (and all paper tags in tact) and base the dates on research for the seller, dates the stores opened, date the store owner died, etc.. Seller was a Rex Bell western store in either Las Vegas or Reno - original price = $15. Love those wide sweatbands and the old red and gold Resistol liners!

 

[Tukwila]

Adam Executive

Y’all have a great day


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What a perfect hat, Richard. Very nice Adam.

 

[Desert dog]

Today I am wearing one I've not posted before - a circa 1957-62 3X Resistol "San Fran" western in silverbelly. I got it in unworn condition (and all paper tags in tact) and base the dates on research for the seller, dates the stores opened, date the store owner died, etc.. Seller was a Rex Bell western store in either Las Vegas or Reno - original price = $15. Love those wide sweatbands and the old red and gold Resistol liners! View attachment 145574 View attachment 145575

What a great find! I am a big fan of Resistol westerns of that vintage. I think your dates are right on. The skinny ribbon looks good!

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[RJR]

O'Farrell this morning.

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Wearing my favorite hat again today, to show my compadres.

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[1mach1]

100% taupe beaver with silk ribbon by Esther Weis

 

[Tukwila]

Wearing my favorite hat again today, to show my compadres.

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Excelente, Max!

 

[Tukwila]

100% taupe beaver with silk ribbon by Esther Weis

Wow, what a fantastic hat!

 

[Bamaboots]

Today I am wearing one I've not posted before - a circa 1957-62 3X Resistol "San Fran" western in silverbelly. I got it in unworn condition (and all paper tags in tact) and base the dates on research for the seller, dates the stores opened, date the store owner died, etc.. Seller was a Rex Bell western store in either Las Vegas or Reno - original price = $15. Love those wide sweatbands and the old red and gold Resistol liners! View attachment 145574 View attachment 145575

That's a beauty, Robert.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

100% taupe beaver with silk ribbon by Esther Weis

Great hat! That crown with the long dents looks great.


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[T Jones]

Today I am wearing one I've not posted before - a circa 1957-62 3X Resistol "San Fran" western in silverbelly. I got it in unworn condition (and all paper tags in tact) and base the dates on research for the seller, dates the stores opened, date the store owner died, etc.. Seller was a Rex Bell western store in either Las Vegas or Reno - original price = $15. Love those wide sweatbands and the old red and gold Resistol liners! View attachment 145574 View attachment 145575

That's the near identical twin to a lot of Bradfords I've seen from that era. The same red liner and the same
sweat, except that the Bradford name was stamped on it. It would only stand to reason since both hats were made by Byer/Rolnick.

 

[TPD166]

I've got a vintage Bradford (and another "store brand") westerns that I am 99.9% positive are Resistols.

That's the near identical twin to a lot of Bradfords I've seen from that era. The same red liner and the same
sweat, except that the Bradford name was stamped on it. It would only stand to reason since both hats were made by Byer/Rolnick.

 

[steur]

Stefan, Thank you! Fantastic hats from you today! It's great to see them all together.

Thank you, Steve.

 

[Desert dog]

I've got a vintage Bradford (and another "store brand") westerns that I am 99.9% positive are Resistols.

If they have a union label. Look for local 128 or 129. Those were the locals at the Resistol plants



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[steur]

For the series of Italian hats that have noble origins, but are "hidden" here is another example

The name is "Tanaro" and was produced in Alessandria the house of Borsalino

The hat has all the characteristics of a Borsalino even the label in paper without the name we all know

Felt is good, not of the highest quality, but very beautiful to the touch as well as the finishes

It was another hat that had to travel to Mexico City and then stayed in Verona to keep me company and I'll tell you that I'm happy

Thanks for the likes on yesterday Borsalino. Have a nice day

That is a very good looking Borsa...eh, Tanaro, Daniele.

 

[steur]

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Navy Borsalino this Thanksgiving morning.

Can't go wrong with a navy Borsalino, Bob. Never get tired of that one.

 

[Winston Carter]

If they have a union label. Look for local 128 or 129. Those were the locals at the Resistol plants



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I know all of my Resistols were made in Garland. I have been buying them from Hatco (Resistol Hat Outlet) for 40 yrs.

 

[steur]

Good late morning. Besides organizing and preparing for a Thanksgiving meal for 8 other guests I headed out for a dog walk in a Minnesota tuxedo (red/black patterned wool coat) and a vintage Stetson Whippet. This "tuxedo" was my grandfather's jacket. He did not wear it often as it replaced his similar jacket on his 90th birthday. I wear it proudly! Today I take a moment to give thanks for my family.

At times we dismiss Whippets as not being of a quality that equates with the high market price they demand. In this hat's defense the felt is excellent. Workmanship is standard Whippet quality, but the felt is terrific. Light gray hats matter!

I have been cleaning up fallen limbs and blowing the last of the black oak leaves from the fire pit area. I will prepare a log cabin set-up of logs and kindling fire in the fire pit. Sauna, grilled sausages, adult beverages and a fire in the pit is the plan for the evening. I know that many folks will be leaving for some shopping adventures, but they will miss a grand time.

Happy Thanksgiving to all the USA Fedora Lounge family. I give thanks for being fortunate to share your passions on this internet site. Happy Thursday to all our world Fedora Lounge family.

Best wishes, Eric -

Thanks for the well wishes, Eric, and a happy thanksgiving to all of the American members (even if I am a day late). "Light grey hats matter": truer words may have never been spoken!

 

[steur]

All nice Stefan but I really like the brim on the Percy Jones


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Thank you, Richard. It just sort of ended up that way; homburgs make up their own mind too.

 

[steur]

Catalena
Happy Thanksgiving to each and every one of you

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Lovley colour and a great brim curve on that hat, Richard.