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

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18,470
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Nederland
Well, it's Garrett's fault, Stefan. I had been looking for pre-WWII Austrian velour for a looong time, and a golden hat, too, and here he comes and starts selling them by the bunch.
And on top of that, they have been restored by BSHW, and with new sweatbands and liners, so I can resize them without guilt.


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I blame Steve - back in 2008-09 he started this whole Pre-war velour / longhair addiction.
I don't think of it as blame, but more like credit!
 
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I await the arrival of this interesting piece.

Henry Roelofs company. Size 7

I am very curious to see this one. Seller claims early 1900’s. The newspaper shoved in the liner is Denver post from 1904. I believe Roelof merged with Guyer around 1914. Though there were some hats with both names made in years later.

It’s Quite misshapen and showing age... but definitely worth taking a flyer on this one for the curiosity factor.

Seller says size 7. 3inch brim. 4 1/2 crown. 1in ribbon.

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Best,
Joe






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WOW... that arrived quickly! Was expecting middle to end of next week. Then tracking said Monday... then knock at door today. Colorado to FL. Awesome!!

Well here it is and how it looks as it arrived.

The sweatband is soft and actually a lot nice shape than I thought. It could use a stitch or two to reattach completely.

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And here are some pics of the newspaper that was shoved behind the sweatband. Denver Post March 27, 1904 and November 26, 1903.

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Now onto some brushing and shaping.

Best,
Joe


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Just Daniel

One Too Many
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Great hat! Looks like a lot of history too.

Some of the other guys probably have specific recommendations, but you might go for a leather treatment for that sweatband.


WOW... that arrived quickly! Was expecting middle to end of next week. Then tracking said Monday... then knock at door today. Colorado to FL. Awesome!!

Well here it is and how it looks as it arrived.

The sweatband is soft and actually a lot nice shape than I thought. It could use a stitch or two to reattach completely.

2a7c78e93c88947729e658eb90662937.plist
45ccab5be5d7d921278a45702b30f1e4.plist

37c24a2fcb5bbc0eec3091025a677ed3.plist
d3f294cb4fc7aaa22a6c2a1708770efa.plist
64974aadae4472c7468c6a50cf701249.plist
03e6ac23096043b4b72fdf1f2ed00f04.plist
28431d70c4e31f74fd509a5899c0beb3.plist
3865f239fb0d7aa2c060a317b58e833a.plist


And here are some pics of the newspaper that was shoved behind the sweatband. Denver Post March 27, 1904 and November 26, 1903.

36707d5a6edc150c5c5c01558b4904b2.jpg
675085709b5f3c02f8f42906338dd4fa.plist
9d4dae9411af6f5958a18296b258bcaa.plist
9e2463fe5e75338eedb51e42bf99b1cf.plist



Now onto some brushing and shaping.

Best,
Joe


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Great hat! Looks like a lot of history too.

Some of the other guys probably have specific recommendations, but you might go for a leather treatment for that sweatband.

Thanks Daniel.. I was thinking that too... the sweat though really is in a lot better shape than it looks in the photos... very soft and pliable.. not stiff and cracky at all.


Best,
Joe


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WOW... that arrived quickly! Was expecting middle to end of next week. Then tracking said Monday... then knock at door today. Colorado to FL. Awesome!!

Well here it is and how it looks as it arrived.

The sweatband is soft and actually a lot nice shape than I thought. It could use a stitch or two to reattach completely.

2a7c78e93c88947729e658eb90662937.plist
45ccab5be5d7d921278a45702b30f1e4.plist

37c24a2fcb5bbc0eec3091025a677ed3.plist
d3f294cb4fc7aaa22a6c2a1708770efa.plist
64974aadae4472c7468c6a50cf701249.plist
03e6ac23096043b4b72fdf1f2ed00f04.plist
28431d70c4e31f74fd509a5899c0beb3.plist
3865f239fb0d7aa2c060a317b58e833a.plist


And here are some pics of the newspaper that was shoved behind the sweatband. Denver Post March 27, 1904 and November 26, 1903.

36707d5a6edc150c5c5c01558b4904b2.jpg
675085709b5f3c02f8f42906338dd4fa.plist
9d4dae9411af6f5958a18296b258bcaa.plist
9e2463fe5e75338eedb51e42bf99b1cf.plist



Now onto some brushing and shaping.

Best,
Joe


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I gave it a real good brushing... and just a hand crease. Wow.. this thing really shaped up.

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Incidentally... the newspaper the seller used to pack the shipment was also the Denver Post... but just a bit more recent [emoji3]

Best,
Joe

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Rmccamey

I'll Lock Up
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5,874
Location
Central Texas
Your lucky day. Enjoy that one and happy reading!

I gave it a real good brushing... and just a hand crease. Wow.. this thing really shaped up.

321f3edc8d033348533076b7abfc0e3e.plist
f16b0b444b0769d7db92a98b2fa81bec.plist
f00dd62386618829d3540bc467cb19a5.plist
5f6a7af5f6a7048bb4f8cc4cc98a7277.plist


Incidentally... the newspaper the seller used to pack the shipment was also the Denver Post... but just a bit more recent [emoji3]

Best,
Joe

33852bb4a98389f2c70e975b6586ad91.jpg


c45289cc3b1e741c4b448e485c5c2cec.jpg


88955d5b7822c37a0801e1467654e787.plist
20f7d7fd121edd1f9b1b315dc1e75d94.plist



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drmaxtejeda

I'll Lock Up
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8,363
Location
Mexico City
I’ve noticed that I get a lot of offers from ebay sellers lately. Has a new seller’s tool been added or something?

In any case, in a moment of weakness this hat that I’ve been looking at for a long time was offered at a very reasonable price. My resolve crumbled:

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Beautiful hat, Brent! I have one by Optimo, and that braid looks exactly the same. Congratulations!

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Rmccamey

I'll Lock Up
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5,874
Location
Central Texas
Wow, a VS on eBay? Great catch!

I’ve noticed that I get a lot of offers from ebay sellers lately. Has a new seller’s tool been added or something?

In any case, in a moment of weakness this hat that I’ve been looking at for a long time was offered at a very reasonable price. My resolve crumbled:

f6d5e96151622f41a19297885a0915d3.jpg


4970145c13b5b4f91d42a0fa06465792.plist
4b0c451d20979a18256a9fd934bce4ca.plist



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Scooterz

Practically Family
Messages
847
Location
The Great Plains
Congrats. I saw that and almost told you about it but figured you had probably seen it.

I’ve noticed that I get a lot of offers from ebay sellers lately. Has a new seller’s tool been added or something?

In any case, in a moment of weakness this hat that I’ve been looking at for a long time was offered at a very reasonable price. My resolve crumbled:

f6d5e96151622f41a19297885a0915d3.jpg


4970145c13b5b4f91d42a0fa06465792.plist
4b0c451d20979a18256a9fd934bce4ca.plist



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Messages
19,001
Location
Central California
Congrats. I saw that and almost told you about it but figured you had probably seen it.

Thanks. Some of my best hats have come from tips from fellow Lounge members, and I also appreciate getting a heads up.

I’m leaving the other VS Milan for someone else...unless it comes way down in price.


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Qrowin

Familiar Face
Messages
71
Location
Canada
Just received this Stetson Featherweight today. Its ridiculously light and soft and is easy to shape. I'm not sure how well it will keep the bash, but so far has stood up well. Not sure it's age, but it was found with a large collection of 30's hats, so it's probably close to that. Needs some more cleaning and maybe a steaming to make it whole again. IMG_20191105_172530.jpg IMG_20191105_174237.jpg IMG_20191105_172434.jpg
 

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