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[Steinbockhase]

Not having luck with vintage Panama’s lately. Some crushing during shipping and it is too small (probably a 7-1/4).

Restoring the crown shape will just need some steam and patience.
I like the ribbon.

 

[Steve1857]

Too many new pieces to list! But had to share this piece purchased from Steve...Bowler #3...20s-30s Wilke (German)







...and one for the noggin....

That is one super looking Bowler, Jack. Congrats.

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[deadlyhandsome]

This 1960s Stetson 3X was stained and in need of some attention, but there was a decent hat hiding there.

As received:

In progress: 3.5” bound brim, 6 3/4” open crown, six cord ribbon.

First outing: the Mariposa County courthouse is the oldest continually operating courthouse west of the Mississippi.

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[Rmccamey]

Good job, buddy, looks great. You are racking up some nice hats these recent weeks, many in your size! An early Christmas for you!

This 1960s Stetson 3X was stained and in need of some attention, but there was a decent hat hiding there.

As received:

In progress: 3.5” bound brim, 6 3/4” open crown, six cord ribbon.

First outing: the Mariposa County courthouse is the oldest continually operating courthouse west of the Mississippi.

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[Rmccamey]

A local eBay find at a Thrift store price...and only 10 miles away, no shipping necessary!

Crofut & Knapp straw. (To be honest, I don't know if this is a Milan or Hemp) with a 2 inch brim, 2 1/4 pugg. Seller says 60's model but I don't have enough background on C&K to say one way or the other. Nice even weave and flexible straw, so it should make for a good summer hat. The pugg is not my style and it seems to overpower the short brim, so I'll probably change it during the winter season. This will complement my C&K Panama, also very nice!



C&K Panama

 

[Steve1857]

This 1960s Stetson 3X was stained and in need of some attention, but there was a decent hat hiding there.

As received:

In progress: 3.5” bound brim, 6 3/4” open crown, six cord ribbon.

First outing: the Mariposa County courthouse is the oldest continually operating courthouse west of the Mississippi.

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Great rescue job, Brent. A more than very decent hat was waiting for you to do your magic. Looks good on you.

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[Steve1857]

A local eBay find at a Thrift store price...and only 10 miles away, no shipping necessary!

Crofut & Knapp straw. (To be honest, I don't know if this is a Milan or Hemp) with a 2 inch brim, 2 1/4 pugg. Seller says 60's model but I don't have enough background on C&K to say one way or the other. Nice even weave and flexible straw, so it should make for a good summer hat. The pugg is not my style and it seems to overpower the short brim, so I'll probably change it during the winter season. This will complement my C&K Panama, also very nice!

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Nice find, Randy. I really like that wide pug. Looks like you've found a nice complementary shirt to it, too. If I were you, I'd stick to the pug for a while and see if it grows on you. Personally, I think you suit it and it suits you.
That's just my 2 cents worth.


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[Rmccamey]

Thanks Steve. I'll keep the pugg a while and see how it goes. And yes, I like this shirt a lot too. Temps still near 100F here all week, so I have to do something to stay cool.

Nice find, Randy. I really like that wide pug. Looks like you've found a nice complementary shirt to it, too. If I were you, I'd stick to the pug for a while and see if it grows on you. Personally, I think you suit it and it suits you.
That's just my 2 cents worth.


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[dkstott]

Kevin at JJ hat has posted new colors of the Stetson Open Road hats in stock for 2020.

Break out those credit cards

Here's some other new models of Stetson for 2020

 

[Wyldkarma]

I know, his website is terrible. He is on Facebook and Instagram. He has some bad reviews because he is hard to get hold of and doesn't return calls.

I called them on the phone and got right through. They are open Tues to Sat. A western weight pure beaver runs $650, knock a hundred off if there's a floor model in you size. Custom runs 3 to 4 months out. I asked about their website and they said it's still under construction. I may stop by his shop later this month while visiting my daughter in Utah. Would love seeing his shop.

 

[Frunobulax]

Kevin at JJ hat has posted new colors of the Stetson Open Road hats in stock for 2020.

Break out those credit cards

Here's some other new models of Stetson for 2020

Thanks, no thanks. Did you hear that clunk when he laid that first hat down on it's crown? Sounded like you could drive a nail with that thing.

 

[Hurricane Jack]

I may stop by his shop later this month while visiting my daughter in Utah. Would love seeing his shop.

I hope you do stop. I would look forward to learning more from your visit & pics!

 

[Wyldkarma]

This 1960s Stetson 3X was stained and in need of some attention, but there was a decent hat hiding there.

As received:

In progress: 3.5” bound brim, 6 3/4” open crown, six cord ribbon.

First outing: the Mariposa County courthouse is the oldest continually operating courthouse west of the Mississippi.

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Nicely done Brent....

 

[1961MJS]

He’s not the only hatter like that. I sent several emails and left a message at Buckaroo Hatters but they never replied. I’m not going to beg someone to take my money. Maybe these folks have all the business they can handle and don’t mind if they **** off potential customers?


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Hi
if it was VERY recently, Mike was out of town. He does answer emails, which is how I got 6 hats from him. He's also very busy. He'll (and the rest of the hatters) be even busier in late October for Xmas.

Later

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Thanks, no thanks. Did you hear that clunk when he laid that first hat down on it's crown? Sounded like you could drive a nail with that thing.

And i thought it was just me with the hat noise thing.
I try never to wear a hat that makes more noise when you set it down then i do!
B

 

[dkstott]

None of the hats in the videos are really my style,. I thought the videos & new colors were interesting & decided to share the videos with the group.

Dave

And i thought it was just me with the hat noise thing.
I try never to wear a hat that makes more noise when you set it down then i do!
B

 

[mayserwegener]

Too many new pieces to list! But had to share this piece purchased from Steve...Bowler #3...20s-30s Wilke (German)







...and one for the noggin....

Doc, Good to see it arrived safely. Thanks!

 

[Bamaboots]

It only took 21 days but this one finely made it. Dusty and dirty but no real issues. Vacuumed, steamed, sponged and brushed it opened up to a 6" crown with a 3" brim. Simple 3 cord ribbon with short tailing ends. I tried to show the brim edge where, to me, this brim was trimmed with scissors and not one of @humanshoes rounding jacks. Every couple of inches there is a slight scallop to the edge. I thought I was seeing things while I was ironing it out but I called on the kid for assistance and she agreed it was wavy gravy. Makes me like it even more . Slight evidence left of a cellophane tip protector with the wine colored liner. No price visible on the small white sales tag but the printed words "ceiling price" are visible at the top of it. Now to shape it. More info in the Rolnick thread.

 

[Hurricane Jack]

It only took 21 days but this one finely made it. Dusty and dirty but no real issues. Vacuumed, steamed, sponged and brushed it opened up to a 6" crown with a 3" brim. Simple 3 cord ribbon with short tailing ends. I tried to show the brim edge where, to me, this brim was trimmed with scissors and not one of @humanshoes rounding jacks. Every couple of inches there is a slight scallop to the edge. I thought I was seeing things while I was ironing it out but I called on the kid for assistance and she agreed it was wavy gravy. Makes me like it even more . Slight evidence left of a cellophane tip protector with the wine colored liner. No price visible on the small white sales tag but the printed words "ceiling price" are visible at the top of it. Now to shape it. More info in the Rolnick thread.
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A beautiful survivor BB! And a 5X. Has to be rare. I love that liner even without the protector. I think there have been other hats on the FL from the White House, Tucson. I'm envious of such a hat!

 

[Bamaboots]

I think there have been other hats on the FL from the White House, Tucson. I'm envious of such a hat!

Thanks, HJ. I've seen some hats from the White House, too. Don't talk to me of your hat envy.