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I can't really say for sure what the felt is, but it looks like the felt on the lightweight does not get finished to the utmost. Just by looking at the picture, the outside of the Lightweight looks a little more like the inside of the Stratoliner I got recently. Either that or could it possibly... -
It's Spring. Show your Straw hats if you have 'em
Not in North Dakota, but in MN. It doesn't have to be bitter, although I don't care. I would just like it to be longer. If spring, summer and fall lasted 3 months, I'd be thrilled. Desolate is fine with me too. I love spending winter in Door County WI. when everything is closed down. -
It's Spring. Show your Straw hats if you have 'em
I was thinking North Dakota or northern MN would be right for me. I would always opt for longer winters. Here in northeast IL, we've had periods of spring in every winter month this year. Can't get a good ice rink going anymore. -
Hats being used for something OTHER than a hat.
Great stuff everyone. Here's Briscoe Darlin', guilty of a 10-17: Dippin' a hat in a horse trough. -
Any modern hat makers who make real Milan and/or Boater hats?
Thanks. Now I see that on their Instagram page. -
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Any modern hat makers who make real Milan and/or Boater hats?
I know this was an older inquiry, but it's interesting that I had recently gone through Optimo's site to show my dad a finely crafted Milan and I don't find any. No mention of them anywhere. I wonder if he still makes them. -
Movie hats
Loved this scene in the movie and the way he pronounced 'ceramics'. -
What Cap Are You Wearing Today?
I need to use an old insulated camo hat for snowblowing, because I also use ear protection (your a smart man). I usually get sprayed by some nasty stuff at the bottom of the driveway and I want a hat I can throw in with the wash. -
What Cap Are You Wearing Today?
I do the same and carry some earmuffs with the SK, just in case. -
What Cap Are You Wearing Today?
It looks to me like the Filson ear flaps do a better job of covering the ears than the Stormy Kromer does. On the SK, you just pull the flap ring down from the sides, instead of folding them down or out. They are OK in a pinch, but they don't really cover enough or stay down. It's OK for me... -
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What Cap Are You Wearing Today?
I like this Mackinaw. I've recently gotten a couple of Stormy Kromer Original caps, but this Mackinaw has a bit of a different shape that I like. -
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I enjoyed the first hat I shaped (profile pic). It has thinner felt and was easy to work with. This Stetson was stubborn in comparison. Thanks for your input. -
How do folks react to your hat wearing?
Since I have grown my white beard much longer, when I wear my Panama hat, unfortunately, people say I look Amish. I say unfortunately because I'm sure I give the Amish a bad name. :-) -
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I just figured I'd let you know that I greatly improved my hat. It's not perfect, but much better and at least I feel like wearing it now. I boiled water in the tea kettle and used a small sponge to wet the problem area, then I steamed it. I folded the area in question in on itself and pinched... -
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That's what I was thinking, but I searched around and found a 1 star review on another Stratoliner (different color), so maybe it was more the comment that I don't believe the hat should have ever cleared quality control. :) -
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Makes sense. Thanks for the explanation of the process. I just can't break through the memory in that area. Too bad for my timing that the hat had to sit for so long. I did post a review on the Stetson site. I was not harsh, but honest. I gave it 3 stars for good looks, but couldn't give it... -
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I'll sure second that thought regarding some of the felt. Last year I ordered a Stetson Stratoliner. It was the second one due to a size mixup and wouldn't you know it, the one that fit came with a flaw in the shape. There is a very noticable hump across the top as if someone stuck their thumb... -
Brent Black's Panamas / Panama Hats Direct's Panamas
I think it's a good looking hat! I wouldn't let the black spot bother me, especially since it's on the side and so close to the ribbon. Considering these are hand woven hats made out of natural materials, I've learned not to expect perfection. I know if it were me and I returned it for another... -
Brent Black's Panamas / Panama Hats Direct's Panamas
I guess it's the same concept of repairing the caining on a chair only much smaller. That would be a great fix. -
Brent Black's Panamas / Panama Hats Direct's Panamas
Short of a catastrophic failure of the straw, I'm sure there are tons of things that can be done to 'doctor up' a damaged panama, but yeah, it 'is' too bad when it's an expensive one. Good luck with your repair.
