From my understanding, at least regarding Canadian beaver fur, a lot of it comes from animals that are culled anyway because of animal protection programs that worked a bit <i>too</i> well, resulting in overpopulation. Anyone familiar with this? If it's true, it sits fine with a vegetarian...
Thanks for all the replies everyone. tm3, living in Southern CA, I've learned the hard way about felt hats on hot days or with lots of activity. :D I've got a hemp tilley for those kind of days. I'm looking for something a bit more stylish for activity that's a bit lighter. Thanks for...
Oh man. I didn't mean to stir up so much controversy. :D
Thanks everyone for the wealth of information. I've looked at the vintage route for a while (via ebay and other sources), but haven't been able to find anything that's both a style/colour/etc. that I like and also my size...
Thanks for the welcomes and advice everyone!
Feltfan, I was looking at vintage Stetsons for a while. I really like them, but the problem is it's tough to find my size (7 1/2).
Spellflower, I am really digging those Camptown hats. You're making me seriously reconsider the Federation...
Here's my contribution- I believe this is my great aunt and a friend of hers strolling around Derby, UK:
One more, this one for the ladies- check out the wedding head gear. Again in Derby, early 1900s, my great grandparents.
Hey everyone,
Long time lurker, first time poster here. I've got a small collection of lids, and I'm looking at adding another- call it the fedora I'm not afraid to wear. Think Harrison Ford/Indiana Jones or Tom Baker/Doctor Who; one that I can use going outdoors, hiking, in the rain, etc...
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