Changing the crease is no problem with this hemp.Picked up my Peters Bros milan at the local FedEx store over lunch.
First let me say that I'm sorry so many of you are still waiting on your PB hemp hat. I have no idea why mine was completed ahead of others.
The hat: my first impression honestly was mixed. First, I really didn't like their version of a cattleman crease so much and second guessed my decision to not go with more of a Stratoliner-type crease like a lot of others did.
However, after hitting the hat with a good amount of steam, I discovered how easy it is to work with this hemp straw, and tweaked the crease to my liking. The hat also fits much better after steaming it and then wearing it a bit.
In comparison, the hemp on my Stetson Stratoliner does not respond nearly as well to steam. The PB hemp is much stiffer than the Stetson hemp, which is not a bad thing. The sweatband is made of quality supple leather.
My only regret may be the crease, but I think that is an easy fix with some steam. I will wear it as-is for a while, but may yet change the crease.
Overall, I am very pleased and I think you guys will be as well.