Nice find Stefan, especially with the box.This came in a few days ago.
Gelot in black. Size 58 with the bound brim at 6cm and the crown at 11cm at the center dent. Delivered in its original box and with the gelot packing paper as well. While it is supposed to be a size 58, it doesn't feel like it, because it more or less fits my size 56 (a bit roomy, but still).
The Gelot felts I've handled before were of quality, but the finishing wasn't very good to be honest. This one is a lot better on both. And I do wonder if the felt could be beaver or a mix. View attachment 431254 View attachment 431255 View attachment 431256 View attachment 431257 View attachment 431258 View attachment 431259 View attachment 431260 View attachment 431261 View attachment 431262 View attachment 431263
Edward VII died in 1910. Neither the box nor the hat look like they're that old. Interesting marketing ploy to mention the Royal warrant after it expired. I wonder how long Gelot kept that up?


