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[Mobile Vulgus]

Alan, I THOUGHT that was you I was bidding against!

Yes, the wrinkle came out very easily. I just did it a few minutes ago (I should have waited to take my photos!) In fact, the wrinkles weren't as bad as the auction made them appear. The felt is very soft, so it took a new shape well.

I am happy with this one, but it should mark as my last gray fedora (at least for a while). I have enough gray ones, now. I didn't have one with a gray ribbon and now I have one. I have about three gray hats w/black ribbon, a gray w/brown ribbon, a gray w/gray ribbon, and a gray with a thin ribbon. I think that is enough gray at this point!

I am done with gray (and brown hats, too) I think.

 

[Joshbru3]

How does this European Bantam compare to a Stetson Bantam?

Dinerman had one that looked very similar in proportions at least. He posted it about 5 months back.

 

[DRB]

RLK, fantastic!:eusa_clap
M.V. good fishing.

 

[rlk]

How does this European Bantam compare to a Stetson Bantam?

Dinerman had one that looked very similar in proportions at least. He posted it about 5 months back.

I haven't handled one of those early Stetson Bantams, but they are similar in vintage and concept: a sporty-lightweight hat. Different felt and finish styles and the binding on the Stetson.

 

[rlk]

Strange Cavanagh

I don't know what this creature is. The edge and flanging is just weird. Quality is poor for a Cavanagh--both felt and stitching.

 

[danofarlington]

I don't know what this creature is. The edge and flanging is just weird. Quality is poor for a Cavanagh--both felt and stitching.

You look like Michael Corleone in that hat. That would be a good look.

 

[Chinaski]

This was listed a second time after no buyers the first listing. 44 days in transit. Previous one took 18 days by same service. Very light and soft.

That sweatband is cool! It looks really supple. Is it in good shape?

 

[Chinaski]

I'm about ready to take my foot off the gas for a while and wear what I have. (hmmm... I wonder if that's been said before.)

Hmmmmm. I'm thinking of a certain notorious acquirer of lids who had a countdown to a moratorium which failed to occur. I must say we're all the better for it! I would also add I've enjoyed your run as well, Alan

 

[rlk]

That sweatband is cool! It looks really supple. Is it in good shape?

Its an unused hat. Other than being stored in a stack apparently(all these Bulgarian Zlateff hats have that slight inward dent at the center of the sides at the base of the crown-visible in the sweatband dimples).

 

[rlk]

Borsalino XX Colombo

Chocolaty good "Cola" brown. Very thick and soft velour. Early 50's or older. 2-5/8" brim.

 

[frussell]

Robert, that hat really suits you. Absolutely perfect color and dimensions for you. Frank

 

[alanfgag]

Chocolaty good "Cola" brown. Very thick and soft velour. Early 50's or older. 2-5/8" brim.

Very nice and very similar to my velour Borso posted earlier. Seems to also have the crackly coating over the reed - almost like a lacquer on mine. Most of it was gone on the brown one I have - I wound up removing it all, exposing the fabric covering over the natural reed.

 

[Mobile Vulgus]

I took a huge risk on a pair of hats today. I've been looking for a white one for a long time and found a BIN for $110, but the seller had bad photos and said the white was "dirty" and the tan hat had moth tracks. I am on pins and needles until this gets in to see if I wasted my money or not. This is the first time I've made such a big speculation before. Fingers crossed.

 

[danofarlington]

Robert, that hat really suits you. Absolutely perfect color and dimensions for you. Frank

There are so many good ones. I would like to see photos of his Top 100!

 

[Brad Bowers]

Robert, that's a sweet color on your new Colombo. Now I gotta keep an eye out for a Cola one to go with my grey Colombo.

Brad

 

[fmw]

Man, you guys must have some amazing collections.

 

[Joshbru3]

I haven't handled one of those early Stetson Bantams, but they are similar in vintage and concept: a sporty-lightweight hat. Different felt and finish styles and the binding on the Stetson.

It would be an interesting side by side comparison. Where did the name "Bantam" come from? Does it have a certain meaning besides the representation of a lightweight hat?

 

[Mobile Vulgus]

From what I remember, a Bantam is a kind of small almost miniature chicken. Usually known for its scrappy, fighting attitude.

 

[zetwal]

From what I remember, a Bantam is a kind of small almost miniature chicken. Usually known for its scrappy, fighting attitude.

And that's why we have bantam weight prize fighters ...:boxing:

 

[Mr. Paladin]

Chocolaty good "Cola" brown. Very thick and soft velour. Early 50's or older. 2-5/8" brim.

That is a great color, Robert. Love the brim width on you.