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  1. Rick Blaine

    Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest

    FANTASTIC WESTLITE! -uh, lemme know if things don't work out with you two. That is Sweeeeet!
  2. Rick Blaine

    Starter hat

    Have I missed it or did you state your size? If you are 7 1/4 or smaller th' bay is the place to go, dollar for dollar. If you've a bigger bean or desire a new hat, one word, Akubra. You should look at this: THE ART OF FITTING FACES as it may help. If possible go to a local hat shop and get a...
  3. Rick Blaine

    Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest

    Just as soon as I get it in the mail I'll try to post better photos. These are just the sorry auction pix. ... looks like whats left in the ring after a cock fight! lol I will post photos as soon as I have the stones to take a knife to it! :eek:
  4. Rick Blaine

    Ebay Hats: Victories, Defeats, Gripes & Items of Interest

    LION HATS - Western ...for now Hopefully there is a thin ribbon under that mass of absurd chicken feathers. I figure to trim & reflange the brim and give it a teardrop crown. Does anyone know when Lion Hats morphed into the Beaver Brand? I'd like an apx. date to put to this.
  5. Rick Blaine

    felt roll up ???

    Lotsa luck, partner. We are, all of us, in search of that "Holy Grail",eh? Don't be a stranger & let us now when your search comes to fruition! I'd love to see it.
  6. Rick Blaine

    Hat comeback

    No question, the AA population have KEPT the American dress hat industry going. Period. Paragraph.
  7. Rick Blaine

    felt roll up ???

    Woolrich "pine creek" A very few left here. Woolrich, free shipping...maybe close to what yr. lookin' for? Or maybe this Woolrich Trout Creek at the website... am I in the neighborhood?
  8. Rick Blaine

    felt roll up ???

    Woolrich on eBay
  9. Rick Blaine

    felt roll up ???

    Not familiar w/ the exact model. Many hats meeting the description are to be found on eBay. I'll keep an eye peeled f/ a retail site. Have you been to Sierra Trading Post or Sportsmans guide? Welcome to TFL, too.
  10. Rick Blaine

    Are you in Calgary, Alberta?

    ...cuz over at "What's in store" at 1600 EDMONTON TRAIL by Peter's Drive In (Best burger in Calgary) they have a very nice looking 7 1/4 Canadian made Stetson Whippet in a great smoke blue color. Other than having no liner it looks doggone near to new. She named $120 for a price, but if you're...
  11. Rick Blaine

    Article: Why do People Hate Hipsters

    "It is preoccupation with possessions, more than anything else, that prevents us from living freely and nobly." — Bertrand Russell A German philosopher named Karl Marx argued that a capitalist economy leads to fetishization, and devalues the worth of goods and services, placing the...
  12. Rick Blaine

    Article: Why do People Hate Hipsters

    Or Libertarians working for the State!
  13. Rick Blaine

    Akubra Overload

    Stumbled upon it on 'da 'bay about a year ago. Dumb luck. Which, if I didn't have, I'd have no luck at all. (to steal a phrase from Brother Ray.)
  14. Rick Blaine

    Stetson Caps

    I like the look of Christies' very own Plumpton eight piece caps. And the price seems quite reasonable. I do wish they came w/ a leather sweatband though.
  15. Rick Blaine

    Akubra Overload

    A coupe made by Akubra under licence & for Stetson This is the made by Akubra for Stetson "Highway". I had never seen one prior to this & have yet to see another. It is rather like on OR w/ a wider ribbon This is a Stetson by Akubra Open Road.
  16. Rick Blaine

    Ask a question, get an answer

    Try Hornetshats.com You can specify such details in a Christys' from hornethats.com. They seem quite willing to cater to individual specifications to the n'th degree. And in over a dozen colors! I have had naught but great experiences w/ them. Based on your specs. I suggest an...
  17. Rick Blaine

    A heartfelt thank you to my family on The Fedora Lounge

    Quite right! :arated: Get well soon CJ. Sounds like you are well on your way! You are in all of our thoughts. RB
  18. Rick Blaine

    HAT ADORNMENTS: ribbons, bows, pins, pugs, leather, etc.

    Bought this one from a fella in España. It ain't here yet but I can't wait. It cost a pretty penny but it is the only one I have seen that is not a celluloid pinback. Like this: But insted stamped/molded into the steel(?).

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