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View attachment 318482 Here's a Q

Does this brim seem 2-1/4" or 2-3/8"? According to a search, Art Fawcett said Bogart's 'Maltese Falcon' hat was 2-3/8", so I'd lean toward that. But someone else said 2-1/4".

What bearing this has on anything, I'm not entirely sure.

(Side note: Bogart's swagger is off the charts.)


It’s hard to tell. It would help to know what hat size Bogart wore so we could get some idea of proportions. To get that look I’d need a 2 1/2 to 2 5/8 inch wide brim.
 

Deeeluxe Definitely

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It’s hard to tell. It would help to know what hat size Bogart wore so we could get some idea of proportions. To get that look I’d need a 2 1/2 to 2 5/8 inch wide brim.

Thanks for the reply!

From what I gather, he wore a 7 or thereabouts. A smaller size than what the average member of the forum would wear today.

I'm lucky to have an exact 58cm head circumference, making a 7 1/4 an excellent fit. Would my 2 3/8" brim look proportional to Bogart's?

As a rule I don't try to emulate anyone, but his hat wearing is closest to what I'm trying to achieve, I think.
 

Rmccamey

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A 2 3/8 or 2 1/2 brim should be very close.

Thanks for the reply!

From what I gather, he wore a 7 or thereabouts. A smaller size than what the average member of the forum would wear today.

I'm lucky to have an exact 58cm head circumference, making a 7 1/4 an excellent fit. Would my 2 3/8" brim look proportional to Bogart's?

As a rule I don't try to emulate anyone, but his hat wearing is closest to what I'm trying to achieve, I think.
 

ShinyMike

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Hey! New to the forum here with the sort of question I'm sure gets asked a ton...

I've been jonesing for a Borsalino for a few years now. Figured I'd get one when I strike it big. I just moved to L.A. and first order of business is to explore my nearby thrift shops. This hat caught my eye, so when I flipped it over and saw it was an $8 Borsalino I was floored. Then I almost passed out when it fit! So now I have all the questions. When? Where? How should I clean it?

I've been searching the forum and I'm starting to think it's one of the Bollman's? I'd love some insight as it's back story continues to set my imagination running:)
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Steve1857

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Welcome and congrats on a great find. Look under the sweat band and find the paper label. Take and post photos of that. It will help a lot.
As far as cleaning is concerned, use Scotch tape to take the layer of dust off. Dab lightly with it. Once most of it's off, use a hat brush for the rest. Brush anti-clockwise.

Looking forward to seeing more photos.

Hey! New to the forum here with the sort of question I'm sure gets asked a ton...

I've been jonesing for a Borsalino for a few years now. Figured I'd get one when I strike it big. I just moved to L.A. and first order of business is to explore my nearby thrift shops. This hat caught my eye, so when I flipped it over and saw it was an $8 Borsalino I was floored. Then I almost passed out when it fit! So now I have all the questions. When? Where? How should I clean it?

I've been searching the forum and I'm starting to think it's one of the Bollman's? I'd love some insight as it's back story continues to set my imagination running:) View attachment 318854 View attachment 318855 View attachment 318855 View attachment 318856 View attachment 318858 View attachment 318859 View attachment 318860 View attachment 318857
 

ShinyMike

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Thanks for the fast response!
I've been gingerly prodding behind the sweat band, but I don't see any paper label.

I'll be right on the scotch tape as soon as I find some!

Welcome and congrats on a great find. Look under the sweat band and find the paper label. Take and post photos of that. It will help a lot.
As far as cleaning is concerned, use Scotch tape to take the layer of dust off. Dab lightly with it. Once most of it's off, use a hat brush for the rest. Brush anti-clockwise.

Looking forward to seeing more photos.
 

Mighty44

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I recently picked up an old Stetson from the Brylcreem era. I'm generally not too picky, but the white bow at back looks gross -- greasy and brown with dirt. Can I just slice this out and throw it away? It doesn't look like it is actually holding the sweat band seam together.

Thanks!
 

jlee562

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I recently picked up an old Stetson from the Brylcreem era. I'm generally not too picky, but the white bow at back looks gross -- greasy and brown with dirt. Can I just slice this out and throw it away? It doesn't look like it is actually holding the sweat band seam together.

Thanks!

Correct, it is not functionally integral to the sweatband seam.
 
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I recently picked up an old Stetson from the Brylcreem era. I'm generally not too picky, but the white bow at back looks gross -- greasy and brown with dirt. Can I just slice this out and throw it away? It doesn't look like it is actually holding the sweat band seam together.

Thanks!


No! It’s like removing the tags from your mattress: you can be sent to prison! ;)
 

Steve1857

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Look under the lining, too. That's where they hide. Also, is the lining glued in or stitched?

Thanks for the fast response!
I've been gingerly prodding behind the sweat band, but I don't see any paper label.

I'll be right on the scotch tape as soon as I find some!
 

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