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In Support of Brick and Mortar Hat Shops
While roaming through the threads tonight, I read a post to a new member that disturbed me a bit. A new member had a question about purchasing a hat. He was advised to go to a brick and mortar shop to see what was available and ask questions. He was advised to do this even if he decided to buy... -
Most versatile color and asking about Stetson hats
:eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap Absolutely! If we do not support brick and mortar hat stores there will be none left! I like the caribou color in the Stetson for a starter. As for the price of large size vintage hats, I'm between a 7-1/2 and 7-5/8 and I find there are nice vintagehats... -
The Crafty Art of Art Fawcett!
Lucky Guy Colin, let's see the noggin' shot! Getting one's first Art hat is a marvelous experience. The attention paid to detail, the customer service, the quality of the felt, and every other aspect of the experience screams quality. I look forward to seeing your new hat! Congratulations! Sam -
Job Interview
Derek, I am by no means a fashion expert but I have a few thoughts. I think you should wait to see if the weather is conducive to wearing a felt hat. Walking into an interview perspiring will not be leave best first impression. I would not wear the Milan as it is too informal for an interview... -
Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest
Congrats Fu! That deal is supernatural! Best, Sam -
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Most versatile color and asking about Stetson hats
A few thoughts Firstly, welcome from one lawyer named Sam to another. Firstly, any advice given by the esteemed gtdean48 should be carefully considered. He's a wise guy :D and seriously knowledgeable about these matters. If you like wearing a hat, I think you will want several different... -
In Praise of Serious Hats (TIME Magazine, April 1983)
Good find Thanks for sharing that article! Interesting reading. Much appreciated. Best, Sam -
Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest
Hi Jimmy. The seller had two hats up for sale. She used the same copy for both. The photos of the other hat (navy blue), depicted a band with St. Regis on it. The liner did not say Whippet. I suspect the seller did not know the difference. If the hat that arrives is not a Whippet as described... -
Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest
Just picked up a size 7 1/2 Whippet as a Buy It Now for $125. Here is the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260458984879&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT The hat was sold originally at Gimbels which is a plus for me being a Philly guy. Noggin photos will be posted upon... -
Hat Cleaning Services
Gotcha Buzz, that is really a full blown refurbishing of the hat. I can understand why the price is so much higher, sort of analagous to having a car washed vs. detailed. Best, Sam -
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Hat Cleaning Services
Curious What a price difference!! Buzz, do you have any idea what your guy does when he cleans and blocks a hat? I always thought cleaning and blocking was a pretty standard process. While $8 is admitedly inexpensive, I wonder if your guy does anything unusual with his clean and block? I'm... -
Hat Suggestion
Just a thought With white tie, is a Homburg appropriate regardless of color? I think, perhaps, a top hat is the way to go with the white tie, especially for a groom. Best, Sam -
Personal Plea to Panamadub re: Montecristi Hats
Beautiful hat WG. I agree, Art's Ribbon makes that hat visually stunning. So as one wine guy to another, what's in th glass you are holding in your avatar? Best, Sam -
Art Fawcett VS Hall of Fame
KS, that's a beautiful hat. The proportions are just right for you. Wear it well! Best, Sam -
Hat Cleaning Services
Tony, with so few real hat shops remaining, I do all I can to support Oscar and his shop. I bring a hat in at least once a week for a clean and reblock. Oscar is a great guy and talking with him and some of the guys who hang out in the shop is worth the eight bucks even if it didn't include a... -
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Hat Cleaning Services
No worries DG, nothing bad happened to the hat. Living in the middle of a big dirty city, a light colored hat becomes a smudge magnet. For $8.00, why not have the hat pristine all the time? And thank you, sir, for your kind words about the hat. Best, Sam -
Hat Cleaning Services
The Answer Call Oscar at South Street Hats. The telephone number is 215-829-1600. I just had my VS Mojave (a very light colored hat) cleaned and blocked for $8. That is not a typo, eight dollars! It is a really neat shop and Oscar is a great guy. Best, Sam -
Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest
Welcome Welcome aboard Roadmaster. I don't think we've been hiding. Where in north central Pennsylvania are you? We have quarterly hat crawls here in Philly and you're welcome to join us. Best, Sam
