And here is an Optimo from Toraya Ginza. It originally had a cloth sweat band and was sent to Optimo Chicago back in the days they did reform work for all - leather sweat band and ribbon replaced
Thanks for this information. He had helped me source some fine Semi-Calado’s but they did take a huge amount of time. Will pull them out when I can someday. Here is a Tesi bought from JJ Hats in NYC and redone in Japan with a leather sweatband by the good folks at Metamorphosia - they do a fine...
A first order from Michael, and I cannot tell you enough how positive my experience was. Great communication and he really understood what I wanted and I was guided through all the options. The final result is top class - the ribbon work is exquisite and the grey leather sweat band is deep and...
Thanks! This is their Modern Center dent, and they also have a classic center crease which has a taller crown with straighter sides, although I`d have to classify mine with quite a classic tallish crown, with pretty straight sides. Details of dimensions on their website...
I came across Hornskov here on the forum, and was attracted by the originality and quality of their work. I had a look at their site and after some email correspondence decided to pull the trigger. They responded in detail very quickly and the free international postage on offer was an...
Art, very best wishes in your retirement, and certainly your name will last forever in the history of American hat making. May you be blessed with all the happiness and peace in your retirement.
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