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[hbenthow]

“Destroy” was dramatic ... it will stain and discolor the liner.
I believe any hair product will do the same.

So it shouldn't have any negative effect on the exterior of the hat or on its wearability?

 

[Bill Hughes]

Have you ever used adhesive sizers in order to make a hat that is too large fit?

Yes, several times. But I have since switched to felt sizing strips.

 

[hbenthow]

Yes, several times. But I have since switched to felt sizing strips.

Are either type of sizers/sizing strips comfortable enough that buying a hat that is only available in a size hat is one size too big would be advisable?

 

[RJR]

So it shouldn't have any negative effect on the exterior of the hat or on its wearability?

I found this closed cell weatherstripping at Lowes.Works well,imo.

 

[hbenthow]

I found this closed cell weatherstripping at Lowes.Works well,imo.

Do you mean as a sizer?

 

[hatsRme]

Stay away from adhesive-coated shim stock. Hey, most guys used folded newspaper for this purpose back in the day. Lots of us have dated vintage lids more accurately by the newspapers found tucked into sweatbands.

 

[hbenthow]

Stay away from adhesive-coated shim stock. Hey, most guys used folded newspaper for this purpose back in the day. Lots of us have dated vintage lids more accurately by the newspapers found tucked into sweatbands.

Is the newspaper solution comfortable?

 

[Bill Hughes]

Are either type of sizers/sizing strips comfortable enough that buying a hat that is only available in a size hat is one size too big would be advisable?

Yes

 

[hatsRme]

I think it is. It allows you to increase or decrease the adjustment by approximately .004" with each layer of paper. MUCH more accommodating than a thicker material.

 

[Bamaboots]

Also, what is the best hair product to use when wearing hats?

I typically use sunscreen.

 

[hbenthow]

Yes

Thank you. I asked because I found a promising hat online, but it is a 7 1/4, which is one size too big for me. I wanted to know whether it would still be advisable to order it.

I think it is. It allows you to increase or decrease the adjustment by approximately .004" with each layer of paper. MUCH more accommodating than a thicker material.

I'll try that first before attempting other options, then.

I typically use sunscreen.

In your hair?

 

[scottyrocks]

Have you ever used adhesive sizers in order to make a hat that is too large fit?

Yes, I find that much more preferable to stretching.

 

[Frunobulax]

Stay away from adhesive-coated shim stock. Hey, most guys used folded newspaper for this purpose back in the day. Lots of us have dated vintage lids more accurately by the newspapers found tucked into sweatbands.

What's this "newspaper" thing you speak of?


Sent directly from my mind to yours.

 

[scottyrocks]

Stay away from adhesive-coated shim stock. Hey, most guys used folded newspaper for this purpose back in the day. Lots of us have dated vintage lids more accurately by the newspapers found tucked into sweatbands.

I use this stuff, but specifically, window edge insulation. The sticky is very light. I've never had one adversely affect a sweatband, and it comes in different widths, thicknesses, and materials, usually sponge or foam. I use the thinnest I can find (1/8") by 1/2" wide. Both will compress and give a real good fit.

 

[Frunobulax]

I typically use sunscreen.

I had you pegged for a bear grease user.


Sent directly from my mind to yours.

 

[hbenthow]

I use this stuff, but specifically, window edge insulation. The sticky is very light. I've never had one adversely affect a sweatband, and it comes in different widths, thicknesses, and materials, usually sponge or foam. I use the thinnest I can find (1/8") by 1/2" wide. Both will compress and give a real good fit.

Have you ever tried newspapers?

 

[scottyrocks]

Have you ever tried newspapers?

Yes, and paper towels. Both work well, but compressible foam is the shiz, afaic.

 

[moontheloon]

So it shouldn't have any negative effect on the exterior of the hat or on its wearability?

no

 

[RJR]

Do you mean as a sizer?

Yes.

 

[hbenthow]

Yes, and paper towels. Both work well, but compressible foam is the shiz, afaic.

I see. I'll try newspaper or something similar first, then move on to compressible foam if that isn't satisfactory.

no

Ah, that's good.

Yes.

Thank you for the clarification.