What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[VoodooSan]

As of late, I have been showing the symptoms of a hernia, something my doctor described as an inguinal hernia. I won't bore you with the details, suffice to say, it does get in the way of enjoying retirement.
Yesterday, I kept the pre-op assessment, at the hospital where the problem will, hopefully, be dealt with. My doctor's secretary had made the appointment and on handing me the card with time of the said appointment along with details of the department within the hospital, she said: "Your surgeon is well known for his suits," her enigmatic smile said everything else.
What to wear? "Your blazers are more in keeping with summer sunshine," Tina said, as she observed the rain outside, then added, "have you chosen what to wear?" "Pin-stripe suit, with the Susquehana bespoke hat," I replied.
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What I didn't say was the pin-stripe suit was my Zoot suit.
An e-mail from the hospital this morning informed me that the appointment went well, I shall be having surgery in the near future. I'm guessing that the e-mail was from someone who saw me yesterday. At the end of the e-mail a note read: "Your hat & suit impressed." Who it impressed was left unsaid.

Smashing, Robert! Good luck with the upcoming surgery. I had two inguinal hernias repaired, one back when dinosaurs walked the earth, and the other, as I recall, during the Victorian age. The second was vastly easier to recover from, due to medical advancements. By now, I expect you'll have very little discomfort other than the first couple of days. Prayers and positive thoughts enroute for you.

 

[VoodooSan]

It felt ( pun intended) like a brown hat day this morning. This ones a modest little Royal Stetson Temple, but to me its always been such a nice color. It was missing the liner when it got here so Im not sure what it had originally. Stuck this one in so at least it says Stetson. Sweat has always had a good tear but it stays put and I just leave it alone

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That is a DELICIOUS shade of brown, Rick!

 

[VoodooSan]

A classic Stetson 7x5 (seven inch crown. five inch brim) in clear nutria. This hat arrived with a matching green brim binding that was badly shredded and I decided to remove it. It's a hefty hat that provides good shade on those rare Buffalo sunny days. LOT5XXX would suggest c.1930 or a little earlier.


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That hat is a thing of ABSOLUTE beauty, Alan!!

 

[VoodooSan]

Spring's peculiarity is its changeable days.
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Sunny and fresh air this morning in Veneto.
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A Borsalino Grand Prix 1900 with peach felt trim.
Extremely soft and malleable, it accompanied me on my walk to the studio and hat storage area.
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I really admire this color, somewhere between brick red and plum. I've found it quite often in European hat shops, happily finding it on the vintage market.
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As always, it's fascinating to see your hats and admire things that are rarely found here in Italy.
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Thank you for your likes and comments, which I reciprocate.

That is a magnificent color, Daniele!

 

[VoodooSan]

Couldn't get online yesterday to post what I wore, so here it is, a little late. Mid-50s RS Whippet.

 

[VoodooSan]

And today it was an early 60s Dobbs Golden Coach 25 Veluna

 

[fabiovenhorst]

 

[GHT]

Smashing, Robert! Good luck with the upcoming surgery. I had two inguinal hernias repaired, one back when dinosaurs walked the earth, and the other, as I recall, during the Victorian age. The second was vastly easier to recover from, due to medical advancements. By now, I expect you'll have very little discomfort other than the first couple of days. Prayers and positive thoughts enroute for you.

Your prayers and comment are very much appreciated Mark, thank you.
The Dobbs & Whippet that you've posted are a blend of eloquence and sophistication, I do so love the broad hatbands. Compliments to you.

 

[quikrick]

I wore my custom Hornskov and my secondhand Gannon yesterday.
And today: my Baron Hats bowler and older eggplant beaver brand overwelt.

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Dang Jeff! You’re on a roll, keep it up!

 

[Ent]

Chance to try out my new prescription Shuron Rosair glasses with Akubra Bogart hat. Yes it is a little wet today, perfect Akubra weather given the brand originated I believe in Hobart.

 

[GHT]

Spring sunshine this morning, and most welcome it is. The bespoke Gamble & Gu-nn hat I had made, it compliments the trousers that Tina made for me. G&G got the colour match perfectly.
A message to Mark, (VoodooSan) who wrote:
"I had two inguinal hernias repaired, one back when dinosaurs walked the earth, and the other, as I recall, during the Victorian age. The second was vastly easier to recover from, due to medical advancements. By now, I expect you'll have very little discomfort other than the first couple of days. Prayers and positive thoughts enroute for you."
Prayers answered good Sir, thank you kindly. A phone call this morning, I am booked in for surgery on the 26th, that's two weeks tomorrow.

 

[VoodooSan]

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Spring sunshine this morning, and most welcome it is. The bespoke Gamble & Gu-nn hat I had made, it compliments the trousers that Tina made for me. G&G got the colour match perfectly.
A message to Mark, (VoodooSan) who wrote:
"I had two inguinal hernias repaired, one back when dinosaurs walked the earth, and the other, as I recall, during the Victorian age. The second was vastly easier to recover from, due to medical advancements. By now, I expect you'll have very little discomfort other than the first couple of days. Prayers and positive thoughts enroute for you."
Prayers answered good Sir, thank you kindly. A phone call this morning, I am booked in for surgery on the 26th, that's two weeks tomorrow.

Robert, that entire ensemble is magnificent! I wanted to especially compliment the hat and those terrific shoes, but all the other parts are equally stunning. Kudos!! Date noted, good wishes continuing.

 

[bowlerman]

Dang Jeff! You’re on a roll, keep it up!

I’m doing my best! You’re [all] upholding one heck of a standard around here!

 

[RickP]

Pretty stormy here in East Texas this morning.... two trips out and Ive managed to soak a couple hats already. Definately a Two Akubra day lol

 

[bowlerman]

Falcon Park black cherry lords hat yesterday

 

[HatsBySam]

A classic Stetson 7x5 (seven inch crown. five inch brim) in clear nutria. This hat arrived with a matching green brim binding that was badly shredded and I decided to remove it. It's a hefty hat that provides good shade on those rare Buffalo sunny days. LOT5XXX would suggest c.1930 or a little earlier.


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Wow! That is one tremendous Lid! Love it!

 

[mayserwegener]

Very nice, Steve. And yes, that bow is stupendous!

Mark, Thank you! Beautiful mid 1950s Stetson Whippet from you! Super color combinations and Form. Also your Dobbs Golden Coach 25 "Veluna" is very Sharp! Really like the wide black Band contrast against the Felt color.

 

[VoodooSan]

Falcon Park black cherry lords hat yesterday
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Stunning!!! Man, you are on a ROLL!!!

 

[GHT]

Robert, that entire ensemble is magnificent! I wanted to especially compliment the hat and those terrific shoes, but all the other parts are equally stunning. Kudos!! Date noted, good wishes continuing.

Such a compliment, thank you Mark. You inspire me, I shall wear that hat on the way to the hospital, I can't wait to be rid of the misery that this wretched hernia has caused.

 

[alanfgag]

A companion to yesterday's big clear nutria... it's cousin is the same felt quality, the same block (406), the same crown height (7") but smooth finish felt with Boss Raw Edge and a brim width of 4". I have a number of hats with these dimensions. I find the 4" brim a little easier to wear around town.