Rabbit, I use Ponal on a Panama hat. Thats succesfull. No dripping out, only a thin coat with a brush.
Thanks Chepstow, I'll go and get some Ponal tomorrow.
Rabbit, I use Ponal on a Panama hat. Thats succesfull. No dripping out, only a thin coat with a brush.
Info on milans that I found and put in another thread:
Here's an ftc case discussing the history, labeling and adulteration of milans.
http://bulk.resource.org/courts.gov/c/F2/311/311.F2d.358.6008_1.html
This is from an old millenery book.
http://vintagesewing.info/1920s/22-m/m-03.html
http://vintagesewing.info/1920s/28-mhd/mhd-03.html
According to all reputable sources on this site, Optimo, where I purchased my milan is the only place left in the western hemisphere where a new, genuine milan can be purchased. Milan is just a method of braiding wheat. Any new "milan" is going to be mostly paper and plastic. It is unclear when the adulteration began. This is a topic that deserves much more research.
I've always been under the impression that Milan straw is a kind of wheat straw harvested from Italy originally, but now probably globally. It wouldn't be hard to believe that Venetian straw is basically the same thing. But I don't think it has to do with the weave itself. The material is very different in feel and appearance than "Panama."
Am I mistaken?
I prefer my Milans to my Panamas without a blink, although I have yet to experience a fine Panama.
Anyone own a Miller Milan hat? Have you been satisfied with it?
I prefer my Milans to my Panamas without a blink, although I have yet to experience a fine Panama.
Hi
I only found out what a Milan was last week, not I own one. Hatman Jack in Wichita KS on Douglas street had one on sale for 50% off the $70.00 price tag. I kind of figured that after I tried it on 8 or 9 times, I may as well just keep it.
Top view showing the crease:
Side view showing the Pugaree:
Front view:
I haven't even worn this sucker anywhere yet. It's not as substantial as my Sun Body's, but it's nice and light. I would have liked to get one of Peter's brothers custom jobs in a tan, with a nice dark brown Pugaree, but hey for $37.00 including tax, I ain't whining.
Later Y'all
Hi
I only found out what a Milan was last week, not I own one. Hatman Jack in Wichita KS on Douglas street had one on sale for 50% off the $70.00 price tag. I kind of figured that after I tried it on 8 or 9 times, I may as well just keep it.
Top view showing the crease:
Side view showing the Pugaree:
Front view:
I haven't even worn this sucker anywhere yet. It's not as substantial as my Sun Body's, but it's nice and light. I would have liked to get one of Peter's brothers custom jobs in a tan, with a nice dark brown Pugaree, but hey for $37.00 including tax, I ain't whining.
Later Y'all
I've never worn or even handled a Milan. Can some explain to me the practical differences between a Milan and a panama hat. Is one more comfortable or more durable than the other, or is it just personal preferences for the appearance?