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[BobHufford]

...this was on an order w/ the Kentucky...

Can't wait to see the Kentucky!

 

[RJR]

Can't wait to see the Kentucky!

+1

 

[Strapped-4-Cache]

If I could find a 4+" brim with a 5" open crown I would make a replica of a Planters hat to wear to living history events. Maybe the Bushman is something to look for?

I saw this hat and realized I want to try to convert my recent Dynefelt purchase to something similar. Not sure I'm going to add distressed cavalry cords, but I might swap the ribbon to make it look a bit more like this one. I don't have anything close to the equipment to flange the brim to hold that shape, so I'm planning to keep a more flat brim with a front break.

Edit: guess a pic of the hat would help...

 

[Hurricane Jack]

I saw this hat and realized I want to try to convert my recent Dynefelt purchase to something similar. Not sure I'm going to add distressed cavalry cords, but I might swap the ribbon to make it look a bit more like this one. I don't have anything close to the equipment to flange the brim to hold that shape, so I'm planning to keep a more flat brim with a front break.

Edit: guess a pic of the hat would help...

I think the Akubra Territory is a good candidate to convert. I didn't want to pay $100+ for something that I probably won't wear all that much but I may include one with my next order/shipment. The Territory has a good bit of packer on the front & back of the brim. I figured if I can't hand roll the curl in the brim then I would prefer not to have the packer & leave it flat. I have a big Sunbody palm leaf with a Gus crease that's a work hat, all dirty etc. I've thought about trying to convert it first.

The hat pictured was sold at auction a few yrs ago. It obviously predates the Civil War but was worn & had provenance to a CSA General (forget which one).

Let me know how your project goes! Your hat looks to be a good candidate.

 

[Panadora]

You probably all know this one

 

[RJR]

You probably all know this one

Watch out for a surprise "visit"from Joao.

 

[Panadora]

Ohh sorry - I didn't buy the thing!

 

[John Wesley]

I just bought on the bay a JJ Hat Center Valencia. An older one supposed to be in mint condition, beaver/mink fur felt made in Italy in taupe. I can't wait to get it. I tried one on at JJ's a year ago. I loved it but did not want to spend the 550 they priced it at.

 

[Joao Encarnado]

Watch out for a surprise "visit"from Joao.

That must be massive!

Ohh sorry - I didn't buy the thing!

Was it on sale?

 

[Hurricane Jack]

You probably all know this one

That crown is pulled down in there deep like the original planters hat. It would look better with a wide ribbon rather than the narrow one, in my opinion; wouldn't look so massive.

 

[TheDane]

Was it on sale?

It is up for sale, Joao. Click the picture, and you get to the listing on eBay

 

[Joao Encarnado]

Too much for my pocket.
No measures!?
I think I'll ask just to know...

 

[moontheloon]

came home to a treat tonight

my first Portis

this thing is amazing ... I am completely impressed with how well made this hat is

just a gorgeous piece

Portis is an absolutely underrated name in vintage hats

more detail pics in the Portis Path thread

 

[Rogera]

Nice catch moon!

 

[rclark]

Congrats, Anthony! Portis made a GREAT hat.

 

[moontheloon]

This showed up at my studio this afternoon
Beautiful hat ... Very nice green ...but unfortunately it is the size of a child's hat.
I mean tiny... I think 1/4 means 6 1/4
It will be going back

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[rclark]

This showed up at my studio this afternoon
Beautiful hat ... Very nice green ...but unfortunately it is the size of a child's hat.
I mean tiny... I think 1/4 means 6 1/4
It will be going back

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Oh no! That is crazy. That hat looks top notch. I don't know if I have ever seen a size 6 1/4 hat. What a complete bummer.

 

[40Cal]

This showed up at my studio this afternoon
Beautiful hat ... Very nice green ...but unfortunately it is the size of a child's hat.
I mean tiny... I think 1/4 means 6 1/4
It will be going back

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Oh man.... sorry Moon. That is one incredible hat! I've never seen a 61/4... you would think they would have a different size tag than the 7 1/4

 

[Bamaboots]

I mean tiny... I think 1/4 means 6 1/4
It will be going back

Damn, Ant. That's rough. Good looking hat, though. As everyone else said, I've never seen a 6 1/4.

 

[Panadora]

I'm so sad for you moon.

It could be interesting to know how it actually measures?
- If I can squeeze my tiny noggin in there I'll gladly put you out of this misery!

BTW
When a Turf Club is going back on your list, would that be in same spot as before?