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[Blare]

J.S. Meuwsen Top Hat, kindly and generously enabled by Stefan.

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See more photos here and scroll up to read Stefan's excellent research on J.S. Meuwsen.

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/beneluxury.102293/post-3165539

Great to see it on!!

 

[mayserwegener]

Very nice Steve.

Joe, Thank you!

 

[Rollin Rains]

W. & G. Schuchard "J. Harris & Co. Strand 32 London", 58 cm, possibly later 1950s. W. & G. Schuchard were a Wholesaler, Distributor out of Giessen, Lahn, Germany. Matt was very kind to send this hat to me as exchange for a smaller hat that I had mistakenly purchased from a seller that wouldn't ship outside of Germany. The black Felt is really fantastic and easily dry creases. Also has great form and top quality construction. Using an English theme was common in this time period.

Natural Light

I love the bow-less band. Such a clean look!

 

[Rollin Rains]

I bought this Mossant "Tanagra" because of the heather felt and it turns out to be great felt. I knew it was not a wide brim, but i like the hat very much. Good color also. I even like the ribbon on this one.
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That felt is stunning! It's like a kaleidoscope. I can't stop looking at it!

 

[Rollin Rains]

This also included a pile of bow ties, neckties, scarves, gloves, etc. — even a silk tapestry— more in the appropriate threads.

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Are my eyes mistaken or did I spot a hand-painted tie in that bunch?

 

[BobHufford]

Are my eyes mistaken or did I spot a hand-painted tie in that bunch?

More pics here:

Show us your TIES

Yellowstone Prints, really enjoy wearing this dotted and knot planned tie. Along with this recently acquired Swiss Olympic vintage art deco watch. Snazzy and keeping perfect time. I can’t find much info on this brand but the watch itself and original double clasp band are in excellent shape.

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Let me know if you need a larger format photo of any suspects.

 

[BobHufford]

Bob, Fantastic find!

What a cool all round haul, Bob. Some nice finds in the mix.

I think I'm going to faint. Hat appreciation; isn't that illegal these days?

Nice haul Bob! That should keep you busy for a few days

Very nice hats Bob!!

Wow—hours of fun ahead of you there !

Holy moly!!!

What a haul!!!

Thanks everyone! These mystery lots are always fun to reveal.

 

[mayserwegener]

I love the bow-less band. Such a clean look!

Rollin, Thank you!

 

[Steve1857]

I picked up this Rousselet heather felt back in 2022, so not a new hat. However, I neglected to post it here back then. The photo was taken today.

According to Steve's @mayserwegener research, L.F. Rousellet was a German hat manufacturer that became Resolut Homburger Hatfabrik in 1934. Who took over or bought the Rousselet name seems to be unknown.

The label under the sweat on mine might provide some clues if anyone can recognise it or see a resemblance to one similar.

It was sold at the Hansen Brothers store in the little Danish town of Frederikssund.

The liner is neither glued nor sewn in, but loose.

Crown height 10cm, the overwelt brim 5cm.

A fairly dense, but soft felt.

I believe it to be 1960s.

A nicely made hat, which I ought to wear more often.

 

[steur]

I picked up this Rousselet heather felt back in 2022, so not a new hat. However, I neglected to post it here back then. The photo was taken today.

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According to Steve's @mayserwegener research, L.F. Rousellet was a German hat manufacturer that became Resolut Homburger Hatfabrik in 1934. Who took over or bought the Rousselet name seems to be unknown.

The label under the sweat on mine might provide some clues if anyone can recognise it or see a resemblance to one similar.

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It was sold at the Hansen Brothers store in the little Danish town of Frederikssund.

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The liner is neither glued nor sewn in, but loose.
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Crown height 10cm, the overwelt brim 5cm.

A fairly dense, but soft felt.

I believe it to be 1960s.

A nicely made hat, which I ought to wear more often.

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Nice heather felt, Steve. Can't go wrong with that.

 

[mayserwegener]

Hochstrasser & Cie. Wädenswil Zürich "Extra", 58 cm. There is no mention of Hochstrasser & Cie. Wädenswil Zürich but it's very similar to John @moehawk 's early find. Not sure how to date this one. This Stiff Felt was made for the famous Zürich Department Store "Grand Magasins Jelmoli S. A. Zürich" that unfortunately recently went out of business. The Form, Fur Felt + Finish, Components and Construction are very high quality. The Liner and Sweatband are standouts. Also in excellent condition.

Zurich department store Jelmoli opens for last time

https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/workplace-switzerland/jelmolis-last-day-on-zurichs-bahnhofstrasse-dawns/88941540

Current

1930s

1890s

 

[mayserwegener]

I picked up this Rousselet heather felt back in 2022, so not a new hat. However, I neglected to post it here back then. The photo was taken today.

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According to Steve's @mayserwegener research, L.F. Rousellet was a German hat manufacturer that became Resolut Homburger Hatfabrik in 1934. Who took over or bought the Rousselet name seems to be unknown.

The label under the sweat on mine might provide some clues if anyone can recognise it or see a resemblance to one similar.

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It was sold at the Hansen Brothers store in the little Danish town of Frederikssund.

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The liner is neither glued nor sewn in, but loose.
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Crown height 10cm, the overwelt brim 5cm.

A fairly dense, but soft felt.

I believe it to be 1960s.

A nicely made hat, which I ought to wear more often.

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Steve, Great find! It was actually made by "Rockel Alsfeld". See the left side of the paper label. It's possible they got control of the "Rousellet" trademark.

 

[Steve1857]

Steve, Great find! It was actually made by "Rockel Alsfeld". See the left side of the paper label. It's possible they got control of the "Rousellet" trademark.

Thanks, Steve. I was hoping you'd chip in on your thoughts on the R.A. mark on the left side of the label.

Wonderful Swiss ca. 1920s Bowler you posted today btw.

 

[steur]

This one unfortunately came in an envelope! No lasting damage, but it will take a few steamings to get it where I want it.
Borsalino Ludosca in Ghiaccio colour. Size 57 with the bound brim at 7cm and the crown at 10,5cm at the center dent. Dark grey thin ribbon, which for some reason was missing its bow. I added that on in a little piece of black ribbon I had on hand. If you look closely you can spot the slight difference.
Very soft felt with a great hand. Lightweight too at 87 grams. I like the way it creases, which it does every time you handle it. Ludosca is a model name we have not seen before. Very satisfying when a new one turns up.

 

[Blare]

This one unfortunately came in an envelope! No lasting damage, but it will take a few steamings to get it where I want it.
Borsalino Ludosca in Ghiaccio colour. Size 57 with the bound brim at 7cm and the crown at 10,5cm at the center dent. Dark grey thin ribbon, which for some reason was missing its bow. I added that on in a little piece of black ribbon I had on hand. If you look closely you can spot the slight difference.
Very soft felt with a great hand. Lightweight too at 87 grams. I like the way it creases, which it does every time you handle it. Ludosca is a model name we have not seen before. Very satisfying when a new one turns up.

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A beauty!

 

[steur]

A beauty!

Thank you, Joe. I think so too.

 

[Rollin Rains]

Hochstrasser & Cie. Wädenswil Zürich "Extra", 58 cm. There is no mention of Hochstrasser & Cie. Wädenswil Zürich but it's very similar to John @moehawk 's early find. Not sure how to date this one. This Stiff Felt was made for the famous Zürich Department Store "Grand Magasins Jelmoli S. A. Zürich" that unfortunately recently went out of business. The Form, Fur Felt + Finish, Components and Construction are very high quality. The Liner and Sweatband are standouts. Also in excellent condition.

Zurich department store Jelmoli opens for last time

https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/workplace-switzerland/jelmolis-last-day-on-zurichs-bahnhofstrasse-dawns/88941540

Current

1930s

1890s

Extra indeed!
And thanks as always for the historic context you've included. I always look forward to your posts.

 

[Rollin Rains]

This one unfortunately came in an envelope! No lasting damage, but it will take a few steamings to get it where I want it.
Borsalino Ludosca in Ghiaccio colour. Size 57 with the bound brim at 7cm and the crown at 10,5cm at the center dent. Dark grey thin ribbon, which for some reason was missing its bow. I added that on in a little piece of black ribbon I had on hand. If you look closely you can spot the slight difference.
Very soft felt with a great hand. Lightweight too at 87 grams. I like the way it creases, which it does every time you handle it. Ludosca is a model name we have not seen before. Very satisfying when a new one turns up.

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Silky smooth!
What a beauty.

 

[steur]

Silky smooth!
What a beauty.

Thank you very much.

 

[mayserwegener]

Thanks, Steve. I was hoping you'd chip in on your thoughts on the R.A. mark on the left side of the label.

Wonderful Swiss ca. 1920s Bowler you posted today btw.

Steve, I am obsessed with paper labels. Thanks again!