Photos of hatters tools

[ChicagoWayVito]

I can’t get the link to work. It prompts me to create an account etc.

Thanks for letting me know. Let me see if I can resolve that, don't want anyone to have to create an account.

 

[ChicagoWayVito]

New link, this one should work without requiring any login/signup: https://1drv.ms/v/s!AsyHV1WZHn-Hg5Rq-7CznrJaSxOfjw?e=iPGMYS

 

[Zephyr Union]

Randal Alan has himself a new rounding jack. Very interesting in that it uses 3 bearings to ride against the blocked hat body. Probably works well, just not enough of an innovation to get me to purchase a third rounding jack. I will continue to use my @humanshoes made rounding jack.

V2 Brim Cutter by Randal Alan Rounding Jack Made in | Etsy

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Plastic crap

 

[Zephyr Union]

Thought I would put together a little video comparing the Jiffy Steamer and the Reimers Steamer. Also, showing the plumbing I put in my garage to support using the Reimers Steamer.

Removing old link.

This is a new link, I hope I got the permissions correctly so anyone can view without being prompted to login or signup. https://1drv.ms/v/s!AsyHV1WZHn-Hg5Rq-7CznrJaSxOfjw?e=iPGMYS

Beautiful, looks worth every penny !

 

[humanshoes]

Thought I would put together a little video comparing the Jiffy Steamer and the Reimers Steamer. Also, showing the plumbing I put in my garage to support using the Reimers Steamer.

Removing old link.

This is a new link, I hope I got the permissions correctly so anyone can view without being prompted to login or signup. https://1drv.ms/v/s!AsyHV1WZHn-Hg5Rq-7CznrJaSxOfjw?e=iPGMYS

That Reimers machine is first rate CWV. Your dedication to acquiring the tools of the trade is impressive indeed.

 

[Zephyr Union]

started resorting my formillion

 

[ChicagoWayVito]

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started resorting my formillion

I got scared just looking at your pictures, I can't imagine what I would feel doing the actual restoration process. Please keep us up to date on your progress.

I am not fortunate enough to have an original comformateur like you have there but I do have a plastic one and a 3D printed one that are both serviceable.

 

[ChicagoWayVito]

I think I may have just got myself a Stratoliner block in 7 1/8 size. This is through Hatters Supply House and is more of the selling off of tools from Mark Havens. Anyway, they responded in a way that indicated they would be contacting me soon. I do not know if this is a reproduction block or vintage but hoping for the best. Crown height on it is 5 1/2 inch. I am curious to see how different it is from a 52. I will post pictures when I get it, if I am indeed the first one to claim it.

They had a bunch of other blocks, flanges, and other tools they are selling. I couldn't buy more as I am getting ready for a Hawaiian vacation in 3 weeks.

 

[belfastboy]

I think I may have just got myself a Stratoliner block in 7 1/8 size. This is through Hatters Supply House and is more of the selling off of tools from Mark Havens. Anyway, they responded in a way that indicated they would be contacting me soon. I do not know if this is a reproduction block or vintage but hoping for the best. Crown height on it is 5 1/2 inch. I am curious to see how different it is from a 52. I will post pictures when I get it, if I am indeed the first one to claim it.

They had a bunch of other blocks, flanges, and other tools they are selling. I couldn't buy more as I am getting ready for a Hawaiian vacation in 3 weeks.

I looked at their offering but the prices were still too high. My blocks from Poland are cheaper regular price. It looks like they now have a new & consistent ribbon supplier

 

[ChicagoWayVito]

I looked at their offering but the prices were still too high. My blocks from Poland are cheaper regular price. It looks like they now have a new & consistent ribbon supplier

Agreed, Jerzy makes nice blocks. The prices are still lower after shipping from Poland?
Honestly, I didn't want to pass up on a Stratoliner block, I am very curious to see the profile for the block. I have only ever seen pictures of the hat.

 

[belfastboy]

Agreed, Jerzy makes nice blocks. The prices are still lower after shipping from Poland?
Honestly, I didn't want to pass up on a Stratoliner block, I am very curious to see the profile for the block. I have only ever seen pictures of the hat.

Yes, the prices are still lower. Part of it though is Hatter's Supply wants insane money to ship to Canada. I tried to order a ribbon sample card for $5 and he want $29 for postage on top of the $5.....and it fits in an envelope.

 

[ChicagoWayVito]

Yes, the prices are still lower. Part of it though is Hatter's Supply wants insane money to ship to Canada. I tried to order a ribbon sample card for $5 and he want $29 for postage on top of the $5.....and it fits in an envelope.

Shipping prices are crazy to Canada for some reason. I just learned and signed up for Pirate Ship which has discounted USPS rates but not sure what they use for their shipping. For me the block that they are sending to me, shipping was $17.57.

 

[belfastboy]

Shipping prices are crazy to Canada for some reason. I just learned and signed up for Pirate Ship which has discounted USPS rates but not sure what they use for their shipping. For me the block that they are sending to me, shipping was $17.57.

Shipping from the US to Canada and vice versa is about the same. The only difference is from US to Canada the small parcel size is slightly larger. But I ship my hats across the US for about $20US and it is about the same from US to here.....as long as they are under 36"..LxHxW.

 

[steur]

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You're a braver man than I, Gunga Din! Fascinating to see. Please keep us posted on the progress. The more pics the better.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Anyone seen one of these before?

 

[belfastboy]

Anyone seen one of these before?


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No I have not but would love to own one!

 

[belfastboy]

Anyone seen one of these before?


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Today I am the lucky owner of this device. Threw in a bid, I was the only one and for once actually won an Ebay auction....is it really an auction if I am the only bidder? Will let you know how well it works in a few weeks.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Today I am the lucky owner of this device. Threw in a bid, I was the only one and for once actually won an Ebay auction....is it really an auction if I am the only bidder? Will let you know how well it works in a few weeks.

Very cool. A neat piece of decor if nothing else.

 

[belfastboy]

Very cool. A neat piece of decor if nothing else.

I will have to
negotiate with my wife a spot in the common areas of our house!

 

[humanshoes]

Today I am the lucky owner of this device. Threw in a bid, I was the only one and for once actually won an Ebay auction....is it really an auction if I am the only bidder? Will let you know how well it works in a few weeks.

Congrats on getting that one Robert. I'm more than curious to find out if it actually works for it's intended purpose. Very cool piece!