I got it cleaned up, including a naptha bath, even faster, but I wanted it for the weekend. It was in rough shape as far as the dirtiness of the felt, but fortunately, that was easy to solve.
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Another stunning duo, Eric. That blue is breathtaking!Good morning. My dog soirée was enjoyed under the brim of a Stetson Premier Stratoliner. The Cadet Blue felt hue is stunning.
Jaunting about and sipping cold brew I was sport'n my Stetson ******* (Bon Vivant) in sage green.
I took a group pic of the hat flock this morning.
Cheers, Eric -
QUITE stunning, Alan!
Another stunner, Steve!Rockel possibly 1950s. The paper label has the older Rockel format and look but without the company identifier (R. & Co. A.). Rockel is not on the Sweatband and only F. W. Deuster Herborn. I could only find 1950s and older reference to F. W. Deuster Herborn. The Felt Finish is very similar (also the Form and Components) to a Rockel "Flamand" Manfred found back in 2013. I found this Soft Felt back in 2017.
"Echter Rockel Hut" Rockel Alsfeld, Kraemer & Van Elsberg, G.M.B.H. Köln possibly early 1930s. It has an patented enamel coating and a unique folding stand. Kraemer & Van Elsberg, G.M.B.H. Köln were known for such enamel counter displays. I found this counter display back in 2017.
This display card is covered with Simili(Simulated)-Enamel. D.R. Patent. Often cleaning with a soft, damp cloth gives the placard its original appearance. Kraemer & van Elsberg, G.rn.b.H., Cologne.
A similar "Echter Rockel Hut" display card is hanging (under the Rockel & Co. sign) in the Rockel Hat 1930s trade show display.
Mark, Thanks!
That Mallory… <3Good morning hat wearing folks.
My morning dog soirée was enjoyed under the brim of a Stetson 7X.
The cooler morning temps found me opening a hat box and donning a Mallory homburg and enjoying morning coffee. The inky blue and maroon trimming is sharp. I catch myself looking at my reflection to admire the hues.
A shopping excursion had me changing to a Stetson ******* (Bon Vivant) Air Light. I love the crown vent.
I trimmed a couple of bushes in a Gannon Wanderer (blue with charcoal trimming). The work had me sweating in the leather sweat. I dryed, opened the sweat and placed it on a block to dry. I will treat the leather this evening before returning it to it's box.
I cut the lawn wearing a hat acquired at the hardware store over a decade ago. I recall my father wearing a straw with green visor at our cabin well over 50 years ago. The green visor in direct sun is disconcerting to my eyes. Indirect it is effective in its shade and does improve my visual acuity. During the yard work the local hawks scolded me that they were on the hunt and I was disturbing them.
Today I did overtly think of a hat theme for my morning adventures. It amounted to a bunch of different styles.
Cheers to all, Eric -
Yep, that style goes back to at least the 1930's. I have a posted catalog around here somewhere and they look exactly the same.I cut the lawn wearing a hat acquired at the hardware store over a decade ago. I recall my father wearing a straw with green visor at our cabin well over 50 years ago. The green visor in direct sun is disconcerting to my eyes. Indirect it is effective in its shade and does improve my visual acuity. During the yard work the local hawks scolded me that they were on the hunt and I was disturbing them.
Cheers to all, Eric -
Another truly MARVELOUS assortment if amazing headwear, Eric! Thanks for sharing!Good morning hat wearing folks.
My morning dog soirée was enjoyed under the brim of a Stetson 7X.
The cooler morning temps found me opening a hat box and donning a Mallory homburg and enjoying morning coffee. The inky blue and maroon trimming is sharp. I catch myself looking at my reflection to admire the hues.
A shopping excursion had me changing to a Stetson ******* (Bon Vivant) Air Light. I love the crown vent.
I trimmed a couple of bushes in a Gannon Wanderer (blue with charcoal trimming). The work had me sweating in the leather sweat. I dryed, opened the sweat and placed it on a block to dry. I will treat the leather this evening before returning it to it's box.
I cut the lawn wearing a hat acquired at the hardware store over a decade ago. I recall my father wearing a straw with green visor at our cabin well over 50 years ago. The green visor in direct sun is disconcerting to my eyes. Indirect it is effective in its shade and does improve my visual acuity. During the yard work the local hawks scolded me that they were on the hunt and I was disturbing them.
Today I did not have a hat theme for my morning adventures. It ended up to be a bunch of different styles.
Cheers to all, Eric -
John Lofgren Monkey Boots Shinki Horsebuttt - $1,136 The classic monkey boot silhouette in an incredibly rich Shinki russet horse leather. 
Grant Stone Diesel Boot Dark Olive Chromexcel - $395 Goodyear welted, Horween Chromexcel, classic good looks. 
Schott 568 Vandals Jacket - $1,250 The classic Perfecto motorcycle jacket, in a very special limited-edition Schott double rider style. 
Eric, this is fantastic in a stellar parade
Good morning hat wearing folks.
My morning dog soirée was enjoyed under the brim of a Stetson 7X.
The cooler morning temps found me opening a hat box and donning a Mallory homburg and enjoying morning coffee. The inky blue and maroon trimming is sharp. I catch myself looking at my reflection to admire the hues.
A shopping excursion had me changing to a Stetson ******* (Bon Vivant) Air Light. I love the crown vent.
I trimmed a couple of bushes in a Gannon Wanderer (blue with charcoal trimming). The work had me sweating in the leather sweat. I dryed, opened the sweat and placed it on a block to dry. I will treat the leather this evening before returning it to it's box.
I cut the lawn wearing a hat acquired at the hardware store over a decade ago. I recall my father wearing a straw with green visor at our cabin well over 50 years ago. The green visor in direct sun is disconcerting to my eyes. Indirect it is effective in its shade and does improve my visual acuity. During the yard work the local hawks scolded me that they were on the hunt and I was disturbing them.
Today I did not have a hat theme for my morning adventures. It ended up to be a bunch of different styles.
Cheers to all, Eric -
All great hats, but that homburg is gorgeous!! The maroon trim adds a little something extra special. Again beautiful hats.Good morning hat wearing folks.
My morning dog soirée was enjoyed under the brim of a Stetson 7X.
The cooler morning temps found me opening a hat box and donning a Mallory homburg and enjoying morning coffee. The inky blue and maroon trimming is sharp. I catch myself looking at my reflection to admire the hues.
A shopping excursion had me changing to a Stetson ******* (Bon Vivant) Air Light. I love the crown vent.
I trimmed a couple of bushes in a Gannon Wanderer (blue with charcoal trimming). The work had me sweating in the leather sweat. I dryed, opened the sweat and placed it on a block to dry. I will treat the leather this evening before returning it to it's box.
I cut the lawn wearing a hat acquired at the hardware store over a decade ago. I recall my father wearing a straw with green visor at our cabin well over 50 years ago. The green visor in direct sun is disconcerting to my eyes. Indirect it is effective in its shade and does improve my visual acuity. During the yard work the local hawks scolded me that they were on the hunt and I was disturbing them.
Today I did not have a hat theme for my morning adventures. It ended up to be a bunch of different styles.
Cheers to all, Eric -
Thank you. It’s what some of us might call a 30 foot hat. The great looks start to come apart upon close inspection. There’s a hole big enough to poke your finger through at the pinch and there are numerous cracks along the perimeter of the crown. The sweat has degraded and there’s not a lot of resemblance to the original blocking and flange. The faded, sweat stained ribbon is obvious but still a favorite feature. And I have no complaints. It was my go to summer hat for a long time. I love the looks of a fine Monticristi but one would have tapped out long ago if worn the same as I have this Cuenca.
Tremendous lineup Eric!Good morning hat wearing folks.
My morning dog soirée was enjoyed under the brim of a Stetson 7X.
The cooler morning temps found me opening a hat box and donning a Mallory homburg and enjoying morning coffee. The inky blue and maroon trimming is sharp. I catch myself looking at my reflection to admire the hues.
A shopping excursion had me changing to a Stetson ******* (Bon Vivant) Air Light. I love the crown vent.
I trimmed a couple of bushes in a Gannon Wanderer (blue with charcoal trimming). The work had me sweating in the leather sweat. I dryed, opened the sweat and placed it on a block to dry. I will treat the leather this evening before returning it to it's box.
I cut the lawn wearing a hat acquired at the hardware store over a decade ago. I recall my father wearing a straw with green visor at our cabin well over 50 years ago. The green visor in direct sun is disconcerting to my eyes. Indirect it is effective in its shade and does improve my visual acuity. During the yard work the local hawks scolded me that they were on the hunt and I was disturbing them.
Today I did not have a hat theme for my morning adventures. It ended up to be a bunch of different styles.
Cheers to all, Eric -
