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Akubra Overload
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Akubra Overload
Thanks for the comments. It's based on the good reputation that EA does have on these forums that I chose to order from them. Having the best prices also does help! Based on the emails from them it does indeed look like they are at the mercy of Akubra and their Xmas period shutdown backlog. It... -
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Akubra Overload
Well it looks like I am really having to wait. EA confirmed ships in 1 to 2 weeks when I ordered at the beginning of the month. Then was told there is a further 2 week delay then 3 days later told that there is another 3 to 4 week delay. Their communication has been very good but really annoying... -
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Akubra Overload
Well I eventually pulled the trigger on a Tablelands. I figured that the crown height on the Blue Mountains would also not suit my face. I have ordered the brown olive version. Due to the Xmas shutdown of the Akubra factory it has not shipped yet. So now I have to play the waiting game. I look... -
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Akubra Overload
Many thanks Zombie. That really helps. From another SoCal member. -
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Akubra Overload
Well so far the Blue Mountains exclusive to Hats Direct appears to be the front runner. It's tough choosing a color now. Hard to actually tell the color from a photo. My wife said go for the Loden as all my other hats (not Akubra) look more like the Sorrel and she thought that the bluegrass... -
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Akubra Overload
Indeed it does help. Thanks for going to the trouble. Amazing the lengths we go to just to buy a damn hat! Would make life a lot easier if there was a stockist here with the full range. This is going to be a present from my wife so I guess she needs to have a say! Time to just bite the bullet. -
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Akubra Overload
Thanks Johnny. The Riverina was my top choice however the local store only carries the Territory. Looking at video comparisons of the two I thought that maybe the Riverina with even taller crown may also not look good on me. My wife also did not like the wing like upsweep of the side brim which... -
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Akubra Overload
As my quest continues, I Sent the photo of me in the Territory to Hats direct to get their opinion (see pic below). They came up with these two https://hatsdirect.com/collections/the-akubra-range-1/products/blue-mountains and... -
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Akubra Overload
Thanks for those suggestions Ryan. The cattleman and coober pedy are 3.25" brim with 4" crown, just so that we have the units of measure all the same! These 2 also have chin strap hooks which I think I will use. I think I need to stick with as small a crown as possible, so 4" max it seems. Snowy... -
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Akubra Overload
Thanks for the suggestion. At 73mm the campdraft's brim is a little small, I was thinking more along the lines of the 83mm brim of the cattleman and coober pedy. Already quite a bit small than the 103mm Territory. -
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Akubra Overload
Hi all of your Akubra aficionados. I posted this in the I'm looking for a hat section https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/hi-im-new-here-looking-for-hat-information.16572/page-52#post-2496025 It was suggested that I pop in here to get opinions from the folks who know the Akubra range... -
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Looking for hat information?
Thanks for your input. I don't really care how I look but my wife does! Also as Mike said "There's nothing worse than a great hat on the wrong head" so if it really does not my head I need to take that into account. Sun protection is important for me and I live in SoCal where we have lots of it... -
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Looking for hat information?
I'm not fixed on Akubra it was just a less expensive way to get into a decent quality fur/felt hat. I see there is the Cattleman and Coober Pedy which both have smaller brims that could work. Problem is that nobody stocks them around here. I would perhaps need to order a couple from the USA... -
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Looking for hat information?
Hi Mike. Useful input and that's why I asked. I am probably going to have to mail order a hat and need to know at least what won't work. I do a spend a lot of time outdoors mainly fly fishing and hiking and for that I usually wear my 3.5" brim Tilley LTM2 which I find works well. I need to poke... -
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Looking for hat information?
First time buyer here. I thought I had narrowed my choices down to either the Territory or the Riverina. I eventually managed to get out to the local hat store to check for size and look. They only had the Territory in sand color. Initial comment from my wife was that the side brim seems to be... -
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Pocket Knife
I have a number of knives but since an unfortunate accident that destroyed a joint in my right thumb I now carry ball bearing flippers (Honey Badger Flipper) that are easy to open using my index finger. In my left pocket I carry a Zebralight flashlight.- Streak
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Akubra Overload
Hi Al, Many thanks for the great reply. Pity I cant find anywhere here where I can go and try on both hats. VHS has the territory online, I must call and see if any of their stores have it. At least than I can get some sort of idea. Excited at the prospects of getting my first western style hat... -
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Akubra Overload
All you Akubra owners. I'm about to buy my first fur/felt hat. Either a territory or a riverina. Leaning towards the riverina because the felt is a bit thinner. I live in SoCal with pretty much warm weather year around. My main hat is my Tilley LTM2 with its huge brim. I have sensitive skin. My... -
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The Hatco Outlet Store in Garland, TX
@Bill Hughes that's really kind of you. I speak English (my mother tongue) with an accent that's hard to understand for some. I try and keep away from talking on the phone!! I want to become a first time western hat owner (see my other posts). Akubra Territory/Riverina being the best value for...
