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That (sometimes) Vintage Smell
"If that doesn't work I'll try the newspaper strategy " It may require a number of tries, but you should notice an improving difference, each time changing the New newsprint. Regards.- -30-
- Post #10
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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Homburg Nation
A good hat is just a cover, whereas a Great Hat, is a Statement. Regards, J T -
That (sometimes) Vintage Smell
"I'm dropping them off at the cleaners today to be dry-cleaned, but I've found that that's not always 100% effective. Anyone have any tips?" Place the item within a large garbage bag and stuff new newsprint in and around it, sleeves as well, secure the bag. Return three days later and inspect...- -30-
- Post #6
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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Borsalino Quality
(Modern) Borsalino Quality; surely you jest. Regards, J T -
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Hat lining gold logo
"If this all is interesting to the forum, please post and I will then be happy to discuss sublimation." hatlinerman. YES! Yes! Yes! Let me bob in here for a Group Sublimation Education. Regards, J T -
"The Rock 'n' Roll Hat You Need Right Now" by GQ
When BS Baffles Brains, GQ steals The Cake. Regards, J T -
Homburg Nation
Hat Formality: Homburg. Homburg c/w pinch or feather. Homburg c/w pinch and feather. (Colour will also affect formality, it being paramount; black being the most formal; brown? being the least.) Regards, J T -
"fashion update"
"I wouldn't buy that hat if Harrison Ford showed up at my front door in one and told " Scottyrocks. Just who is this Harrison Ford character? Regards, J T -
Water and sweat stains
"Does anyone know of a sure fire way to clean and prevent water or sweat stains in hat ribbons without ... " Stoney. For water/sweat/salt stains, use White Vinegar - 5% Normal Strength - everyday, Fish & Chip style. 7% Pickling Strength. 10% Cleaning Strength. Apply with a towel, not a... -
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Hats on order
Just 'mail or 'phone Stephen and ask about the felt manufacturer; I don't really recall, but I believe it is Winchester. As to the Fit/Finish, it certainly blows an un-named Italian manufacturer Out of The Water. BTW, the hat I am wearing, see pic, is the fedora Stephan made for me four years... -
Shaping a fedora?
There is also the option of No Pinch, it elevating the hat one notch up in formality. Regards, J T -
Some children tried to steal my hat yesterday
"What do I do if I see them again?" ninman. It's their Modus Operandi; yours should be, Prepare for The Worst and Hope for The Best. Regards, J T -
Some children tried to steal my hat yesterday
"You ever heard of Jeff Cooper's four levels of awareness--white, yellow, orange, red?" KY Crusader. Jeff Cooper. RIP. Regards, J T -
Some children tried to steal my hat yesterday
"fire a few warning shots" HudsonHawk. What is a Warning Shot? LOL. Regards, J T -
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How Does One Comb Their Hair Like This?
VASELINE Petroleum Jelly: It not only grooms, it is also waterproof. LOL Regards, J T- -30-
- Post #8
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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Panama Hats Direct
"Two more angry ranting emails from him showed up last night." Mystic. What a Wonderful Way he has to destroy his business; but it is His Business! LOL. Regards, J T -
Gum Tragacanth as a crown stiffener
"I can't speak for other hatters but I do not use it unless I want a hat to drive nails with." Art Fawcett. If only Mr Edward Coke/Lock & Co/Thom & Wm Bowler had known! Regards, J T -
Sprezzatura vs trying too hard.
"Oh grief. This photo is giving me spooky nightmares!!! Too shoccked to comment." Benproof. Beyond Sloppy and with Utter Distain. Regards, J T- -30-
- Post #56
- Forum: General Attire & Accoutrements
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There is some anti-hat propaganda going on...
"It's Herbert Walton Gleason, Jr., yes, if that's who you mean." JackieMatra Not that I was ever a great tea drinker, but he did have Fine Taste. Regards, J T
