German & Austrian Hutmachers

[hatsRme]

You ain't the only one, Steve. I'm having a wonderful vicarious experience with you sharing these pieces of history. It's fascinating.

Plus (at least) one! Incredible WEEK for you, Steve. WOW!

 

[mayserwegener]

Charlie, Frunobulax, Thanks! I have no idea why they are wrapped in paper (looks old) with old photographs (some portraits). I am trying to get information on their background. I believe they come from the same source as the previous plates. So far the 3 hat companies (JHS, BB, AP) of Neutitschein / Nový Jičín have been represented (maybe others) and the hat makers union in Prague.

 

[mayserwegener]

Josef Pichler & Söhne, Graz, Feb. 26, 1910

 

[Trenchfriend]

Oh yeah!!

 

[ofcoursemyhorse]

Looks to be in pretty good condition just needs a new ribbon and it'll shine like a new penny.

 

[1mach1]

Nice one, OCMH! I like the finish, and the liner looks mint. Does it have a welted brim? Hard to tell in the pic.

 

[ofcoursemyhorse]

Its a raw edge brim I believe. Its hard to tell because theyre a much thicker felt.

 

[Trenchfriend]

OT:

 

[mayserwegener]

Looks to be in pretty good condition just needs a new ribbon and it'll shine like a new penny.

Yes it looks great. I really like the metal gray Velours. I very much look forward to seeing more!

 

[rocketeer]

Is there a traditional place to fix a feather on a Geman hat?
Just moved this from the general hat topic but can't get rid there, so posted here. Anyone want to help me?

Hi all, I have just bought a couple of feathers fixed in small silver cones similar to those worn in German style hats.
My question is, is there a traditional way to affix these feathers? To which side of the hat and are these particular to Austrian/ German Tyrol styles. I have a large brimmed fedora I wish to attach the feather to.
Thanks, J.

 

[Trenchfriend]

Marksmen's-festivals, I think. There, the feathers can be find.

 

[mayserwegener]

Is there a traditional place to fix a feather on a Geman hat?
Just moved this from the general hat topic but can't get rid there, so posted here. Anyone want to help me?

Hi all, I have just bought a couple of feathers fixed in small silver cones similar to those worn in German style hats.
My question is, is there a traditional way to affix these feathers? To which side of the hat and are these particular to Austrian/ German Tyrol styles. I have a large brimmed fedora I wish to attach the feather to.
Thanks, J.

Normally it would be at the rear of the bow or rope loop / knot. I would have to see the hat and the feather. Take look at this.

Serious Hutschmuck, Austria early 1900s.

Trenchfriend mentioned a Schützenhut which incorporates a rooster feather. Here is a fantastic high end example from around 1900.

 

[Trenchfriend]

Wow!!

 

[hatsRme]

Wow is right, Steve! Just an amazing lid and feathers. He should be a Lounge member!

Trenchfriend that typewriter looks eerily like an enigma machine from that angle. Cool piece of history, sir!

 

[mayserwegener]

Thanks!

 

[rocketeer]

Not yet bought a proper German hat yet but I have fedora styles at the moment and would like to adorn these.
Next year I hope to visit the Black Forrest, Bavarian Alps and purchase a genuine Tyrol hat. The lower photograph is excellent. Thanks for posting.

 

[mayserwegener]

J. Hückel´s Söhne, Seiden Zylinder with original case probably 1930s. This one came from a source in the Czech Republic. I really like that JHS used a silk ribbon / bow vs a cloth band which is more typical. Also that the original case survived especially since it's paper based.

 

[moehawk]

Holy bunny and beaver that's a nice hat...

 

[mayserwegener]

Thanks! The silk needs some cleaning in spots from dust but other than that it's in near mint condition. I saw you posted a Trachten Velour hat made in West Germany for Disney in the WHAYWT thread. Did you post details here? I might be able to tell what hat company made it.

 

[moehawk]

I'll post pics. Back in a bit.