Very nice, z!
Wonderful old Optimo, Robert! Is that ribbon original to the hat, or one of Graham's new ribbons? I really like the thinner ribbons he is using on some of the finer Montecristis.
Great looking Optimo! Vintage or new?
What a magnificent hat, Eric! :thumb: Definitely...
lol Don't think for a minute that the thought didn't cross my mind! lol
Thanks, Perry, for your always kind comments!
Thank you very much for your kind words, Eric, I really appreciate them!
Many thanks for your kind comments, Robert! We learned shortly after our arrival that you...
Thank you, my hatted friend! It won't be as simple as leaving your wallet at the hotel, I'm afraid, as the hats will find you in the end, regardless! ;)
Thanks again, Rusty! I believe everyone was in agreement on the hat that day as well!
Thank you! I am glad the info was of help to you, and really hope that you will find the perfect Montecristi to wear in place of your heirloom hat!
A keen observation, Rusty! This is precisely what I was referring to regarding fit. The high grade hats are very, very light and are affected greatly by any irregularities or asymmetry of our heads, far more so compared with a fine fur felt hat. The hats are all sized correctly, believe it or...
A higher grade Optimo with narrower, 2-3/4" brim.
Noticeably lighter than the previous Optimo, I really liked the fit and beautifully colored straw.
An exquisite, very high grade teardrop with navy blue, 1-3/4"ribbon. I felt that the 2-1/2" brim was too narrow for use as a sun hat.
And...
A Memorable Memorial Day Weekend In Chicago, Part 1
The weekend began somewhat inauspiciously as I discovered a split seam on the pair of dress pants I had intended to wear for a concert Saturday evening. Luckily, after a few phone calls Lydia found Maria and her Golden Needle European...
Very nice photos, Alan! Lovely portraits and a fine hat selection for the weekend. The sylvan beauty of Upstate New York is breathtaking in the Summer!
Alan: My sincere thanks for your generous comments, the Monte is a very special hat for me. Beautiful, classic Panama you are sporting today. I just love that old Brooks Brothers lid!
Lefty: Thanks, I appreciate your kind words!
Aureliano: Thank you! I say you should keep the...
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