What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[The Shoe]

MMMMMMMMM......Barbecue........mmmmmmmmmmm

It’s always time for a barbecue.
I don’t understand these people who talk of a “barbecue season“!

 

[The Shoe]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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So sorry for your loss.

 

[2mar10]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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Joe- I can’t imagine the grief and sadness you are feeling at this time. Although we don’t know each other, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you travel through the dark days ahead. Tom

 

[BobHufford]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19.

So sorry to hear this Joe. Our thoughts and prayers for you and your entire family. Lean on us all you need brother.

 

[KSCOM4]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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Sorry to hear about your Mother. Take time for yourself and loved ones and come back here for therapy when you’re ready.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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So sorry for the tragic loss to you and your loved ones. There’s a special place in heaven for Moms.
B

 

[Tukwila]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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Condolences, Joe.

 

[bowlerman]

Greeley Hat Works Western Homburg with me all week in Wyoming: Devil’s Tower and various places in the Bighorns.

 

[bowlerman]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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Oh no, this is awful to hear. I’m so sorry for your loss, Blare. The photos with your mother are beautiful.

 

[alanfgag]

Thanks, Jonesy. Alan's are the best, but thanks anyway.

You’ve got quite the museum yourself Max, with some stunners I can vouch for personally.

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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So sorry to hear this Joe. It’s a deeply complicated experience at any time... in these times even more so. A safe hug to you and your family.

 

[jonesy86]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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Peace be with you and your loved ones Joe.
David

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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Joe; It is never easy to loose a family member, much less a mother. They always undertand you, even the things you never say out loud. Stay tough Joe. Be safe, be brave, Eric -

 

[moehawk]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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Sorry to hear about your mom, Joe.

 

[Hurricane Jack]

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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So sorry for this unexpected loss for you & your family, Joe. Such a loss is never easy but doubly hard when its so sudden.

 

[Bill Hughes]

Peters Bros Hemp for work tonight.

 

[steur]

Midweek midnight grocery run in the Mallory Director:
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There’s a lot to like, but that crown ribbon is what really does it for me. Excellent!

I agree with Brent, so +1 !

 

[steur]

Portis, with one of those indicators of a possibly lower quality hat. Blind stitched.
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That's a beautiful hat, Greg. It appears all welted brims aren't created equal.

 

[steur]

Royal Stetson
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Very nice, Perry. Lovely colours.

Stetson 7X Clear Beaver today.
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Excellent, Max. I like the shallow brim flange.

Stopped by Golden Gate Western Wear/Knudsen hats, hoping to grab a can of Kahl's stiffener, but they didn't have any. Bought a horse hair band instead!

VS Stetson refurb

That's a beauty, Jared. I think a borsehair band would look good on it.

Knox Baku

Beautiful, Alan. Finding those little tidbits behind the sweat is very satisfying I think.

 

[steur]

Great pic. Really makes me feel the heat!

VS Dualist yesterday. The brim is very light and malleable sand colored felt, and the crown is natural Milan wheat straw. I keep the hat with the brim flat on a table, and the band block used to make it inside. The trade winds have died off for several day now, it is hot and muggy, but the swimming is always good.
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Excellent hat, David.

Good morning. Yesterday evening I was enjoying a Stetson unlined Playboy.

This morning a dog soirée found me sport'n a lined Stetson Playboy. I enjoyed some cold brewed coffee post soirée.

I am heading out to remove some weeds from under a couple mature pine trees. A Stetson Stratoliner will be my head protection.

Cheers from an early Minnesota morning. Be safe, be strong and see you on the streets soon, Eric -

Impossible to choose from these fine hats, but if I'd have to, I would go for the Playboy. Love these unlined hats.

A touch too late as the rising sun just cleared the tree line. Knox derby:
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Very nice, Jonathan.

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Now there's one we don't see every day. Great looking Caxton!

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Gorgeous, Max. Unlined, wonderful colours and a textured swatband: great stuff!

 

[steur]

This old parabuntal body was purchased rolled in its original bamboo tube - perhaps woven pre WWII. Graham Thompson blocked and finished it for me in a traditional plantation style with center crease and rolled brim. It could use a little touch-up for wrinkles earned over the years (I would benefit from the same treatment) but it is a favorite summer wearer - resilient and light as a feather.

Wonderful, Alan. The best possible use of that hatbody.

Hey guys... been off From here for a bit. We unexpectedly lost our mother on Wednesday due to COVID-19. My head is definitely spinning quite a bit. I’ll probably be away a bit longer... but I do imagine I will be back sooner than later as this is kind of been a bit of therapy for me these past months... and will likely I will be in need of that outlet soon. That and there are so many great beautiful hats to get to. In the mean time here are a few photos of me and my mom in better times.

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So sorry to hear about your loss, Joe. Strength to you and your family for the coming period.