Just to add to the Stack Hat discussion. Estate find this weekend. Possible 1940's Stack 'Borso'. It's in excellent shape, and in my size! (7.5) It does need just a little sream to fix the shape. The hat was sold in San Francisco, just across the bay by Hirsch & Price. From the discussion here...
I know it'll soon be time to break out my panamas, but I could not resist this thrift store find! It's a Werner Hilton, a clothier from St. Louis, no longer in business. The hat just needed a little dusting and was good to go!
The only issue is there is a mark on the band from a pin, and the...
If someone is interested in some made for Bolivia, Borsalino Horizonte Huanuni hats, there are some interesting ones on the GoodwillFinds web site. Interesting history on how this style of bowler came into fashion there...
My recent thrift store find, a Borsalino Bristol Traveler. Rabbit felt and maybe only sold in Europe? It's very soft and has a 6cm brim so it should keep the rain and sun off my face. I don't think it is very old and it will be a nice addition to my casual walking hats. At 7 1/2 it's a bit...
Someone here asked for some pics of my Newt (Optimo) Panama. I bought this online in January this year and it was miss-categorized. I took a small chance as I was new to hats, however it looked very good and it was my size! While I can't say that I got it for a song, I certainly didn't pay the...
Hi Everyone,
I’ve been following the posts here for about a year and enjoy all of the info on hats, so I decided to join. Since my girlfriend got me started with a simple Bigalli Panama hat for hiking, I have begun to build a collection of better, vintage hats. I find I really enjoy the...
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