Falcon Park Hattery

[Red Leader]

I ordered at the end of January and have had several conversations with Parker throughout that time, last one being a few days ago.

My hat probably could have been finished a while back but I have been extremely picky/detailed regarding some of the specs and Parker has been fantastic. When I first ordered it I wanted to get it as soon as possible but for some reason now I'm content for whenever it is ready - probably because I at least owe him that much

So Teach, I think he is still on it - I'm not sure if he is behind or not. I know when I first ordered the wait time was 10 weeks It might be backed up a few weeks but from the examples I've seen in this thread, it will be worth it!

 

[Historyteach24]

I know it will be worth it this is my third hat from him but I am just curious because I haven`t heard anything and I ordered the thing the first week of Feb. Just was curious if anybody else has seen a delay.

 

[Blackthorn]

I know it will be worth it this is my third hat from him but I am just curious because I haven`t heard anything and I ordered the thing the first week of Feb. Just was curious if anybody else has seen a delay.

Any word from him yet, Teach?

 

[Historyteach24]

Nope been two weeks since email roughly. I dont want to re-email that seems rude to me but I am starting to wonder.

 

[Blackthorn]

I'm hoping to hear soon, too.

 

[Blackthorn]

Just heard from Parker, and all is well. My hat will be on its way tomorrow morning. Can't wait! Hopefully you heard back, too, Teacher.

 

[Historyteach24]

He emailed me and apologized he had some life issues I certainly understand all is well

 

[LoveMyHats2]

Good to know the gentlemen is O.K., I had been wondering about him as I had sent a few emails of inquiry and have not had any reply at all? Guess I will email again soon.

 

[Blackthorn]

Good to know the gentlemen is O.K., I had been wondering about him as I had sent a few emails of inquiry and have not had any reply at all? Guess I will email again soon.

Or you might try calling him on a weekend. He has a 40 hour (or more) job Mon-Friday, and does hat work on the weekends.

 

[LoveMyHats2]

OH, o.k., thanks so very much for that information!

 

[Alive'n'Amplified]

New to the Lounge, but not new to hats. I am excited about my first "new" purchase from Parker. I've bought some eBay hats and also a nice used hat from a local vendor, but Parker's hat will be my first truly new fedora. Parker was awesome during the initial details, he was very patient and informative. I understand his timing, so I will be patient as well.

But seriously, why lie? I'm very eager to get it!!

 

[mustangman3000]

Just got an update from Parker! My hat will ship out the 19th!

 

[Alive'n'Amplified]

Thanks guys! I'm so happy with Parker's work.

Rabbit-- I've never seen Art's Black Cherry in person, but from pics posted here, you're absolutely right-- the FP is darker. Parker didn't mention anything about it, other than it's beaver felt, but I haven't asked, either. In our initial conversations, I asked for something almost black under certain lights, that would reflect purple-brown tones. The color is exactly what I was hoping for.

Historyteach-- John is right on the money. The "Virtuoso" is the hat Parker made for me last spring. The inspiration was the "Julep" with both a higher crown and slightly wider brim. The same block was used for both of my hats.

Bowlerman,

What block did he use? 5 1/2" or 5 3/4"? And what are the brim widths?

 

[bowlerman]

A n'A,
It was a vintage block from the 1930s, and I bet it would've had to be at least 5 3/4".
The brim width on the light hat is 2 1/4", and on the Black Cherry is roughly the same protrusion if you don't measure around the roll.

Just for some unsolicited fun, here are my two Falcon Parks (back) paired with my Dobbs State Street and Beaver Brand classic sand (front).

 

[Alive'n'Amplified]

Cool. He has me in the cue for a new hat. Since this is my first custom, I wanted it to be tall and unique.

Color - granite
Crown - 5.75" open crown
Brim - 2 1/8", under welt
Ribbon - smoke, 1.5" - 2", depending on his stock

It's been a few months now, so I'm incredibly eager to get this!

 

[bowlerman]

That's great! I didn't know he was doing underwelts now. I know what you mean about getting a custom that doesn't look like anything you could pull off a shelf at the Stetson factory, etc. I know you'll be pleased with his work.

 

[Alive'n'Amplified]

I think he got the underwelt tool either late Winter or early Spring. Thanks for the info!

 

[mustangman3000]

Just got my hat in today and I love it! It only took 6 months! I don't have a camera right now but when I do I will try and get some pics uploaded.

 

[tealseal]

Looking forward to seeing. Custom creations are so so awesome!

 

[Historyteach24]

Still waiting on mine this has taken a long while by far the slowest of the three he has made for me