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Crofut & Knapp Tales
WOW!!!!! That 40 is simply outstanding!!!!! :eusa_clap:eusa_clap -
The Conversion Corral
1980's Resistol 4X Beaver Western conversion Here's my latest conversion..... I bought this hat about 3-4 months ago. I thought it was a gray color based on the auction photos but it turned out being blue. The crown was very tall at 6 1/4 inches but had a rounder profile. At... -
The Conversion Corral
Thanks, Gentlemen!!! Rusty, I have tried the brim snapped in front. It looks ok, but it kinda takes away from the early 1900's look of the hat. Makes it look more like a Strat. I may snap it down though. Not sure yet. -
German & Austrian Hutmachers
How would you describe the color? It appears to be in the gray family. -
Joe Peters 1945-2013
I had the honor and privilege to meet Joe in person a couple years ago. He was very kind and a gentlemen all the way. He will really be missed. Rest in peace, Joe. -
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Open Crown Stetsons: A Call (Plea) to Retailers!!
OOOOOOOOOOOOH, Please do!!!! :eusa_clap:eusa_clap -
German & Austrian Hutmachers
FANTASTIC Velours, Steve and Spencer!! Those hats are truly something special! -
Post New Hats Here!
It's a GREAT crown crease. Many others on the lounge prefer it over any other crease. :) -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
Thanks, Alan! I'm flattered that you though of me this morning! I think we are long overdue for a Chicago meetup. :) Thanks so much, Perry! -
The Conversion Corral
Thanks so much Bill, Aaron, Tom, and Manfred!!! I am really proud of this conversion. There is just something special about this early 1900's felt. It is SO black. Modern felts just can't achieve the level of "blackness." The shellac that was used in this hat body is really fantastic. Its just... -
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Post New Hats Here!
That's not specifically a "Stetson" crown. Its a C-Crown or Teardrop........used by many manufactures for many years. -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
Today I'm wearing my Early 1900's Etchison Conversion that I just finished yesterday. There are more pics in the Conversion Corral... http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?22306-The-Conversion-Corral/page183 In a couple of days I will post more pics I took during the rebuild process. -
The Conversion Corral
Early 1900's Etchison Hat Co Rebuild/Conversion (PART 2) -
The Conversion Corral
Early 1900's Etchison Hat Co Rebuild/Conversion I wanted to preface this post with saying that I almost NEVER convert any hat that was made pre-1940's. I have always wanted to, but have never done so because I have not wanted to destroy the historical importance of a pre-1940's hat. I have... -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
Thanks, Perry!! It was taken at a REALLY neat Mill that was opened in 1852. Its called Graue Mill and they still grind corn there for sale. http://www.grauemill.org/ Stop by my house anytime! Holiday dinner will be waiting. :) -
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What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
I had no idea Thanksgiving and Hanukkah have crossed paths before. I read a yahoo article just recently that said it had not, but then again, can't believe everything on the internet. LOL. -
Homburg Nation
Stitched rear seam and sweatband style say early 40's to me......perhaps very late 30's. Just a guess though. -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
Thanks so much! I used a Knox sweatband out of a 7 3/8 donor Knox panama. I had to cut the sweatband down. It wasn't in the best shape, but I wanted to use original parts on this one verses a new replacement sweatband. It gives the hat a more "used" look. Its very comfortable. -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
First year ever those two have been on the same day. I think I might try a new Thanksgiving tradition......Turkey with Latke stuffing. Sounds good to me. ;) -
What Hat Are You Wearing Today 1?
Gorgeous Color on that Clear Nutria, Alan! :eusa_clap:eusa_clap
