Re-did it

[RBH]

I re did my thin ribbon panama from Robert.
I replaced the ribbon - [ with the ribbon that came on the hat] , I think it looks great.
What do you think????


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lets see...


it is an ugly foot.

 

[deanglen]

Looks good, yes, but a wide ribbon so dark on a such a light hat, to me, always seems to emphasize the ribbon. Probably why I like thin ribbons so much, they seem to balance the look better.

dean

 

[tonyb]

Looks good, yes, but a wide ribbon so dark on a such a light hat, to me, always seems to emphasize the ribbon. Probably why I like thin ribbons so much, they seem to balance the look better.

dean

It took me a good long while to get to this point, but I now prefer the basic, moderate width, plain black ribbon on the "real" Panama straws (you know, the Montecristis and Cuencas). It's sorta like a white shirt with a suit. Sure, other colors are often just fine -- or maybe even preferable, under some circumstances -- but still ...

 

[RBH]

Dean, you are a friend and a friend that I value, thanks for you input.

 

[RBH]

All of these hats are the color that they are.... most are white or what I CALL WHITE.
The ribbon is just what you want, black, brown multi-colored or PURPLE. It depends on what you want.
Even if you hate a red ribbon try not to tell the guy that post his hat with the most "perfect red' ribbon that it looks like crap..

 

[Flieger]

RBH: I would have preferred seeing this hat on yor head instead of your foot... but ok. When in Rome...

To me this is a classic panama - Stark white with a black ribbon. The wide brim is down all around to give shade even in the neck area. What's not to like??

/F

 

[RBH]

RBH: I would have preferred seeing this hat on yor head instead of your foot... but ok. When in Rome...

/F

Flieger, you should be from Arkansas!!!! lol

Thanks. these hats can be put into many shapes!...
If you can get a couple at a price you like, try some different shapes on the crowns!

 

[Duck]

Looks Great, RBH!! Classic Panama look. I like it!!!!!!!!!!

 

[RBH]

Duck, you are my friend!
THANKS!!!!!!!

 

[Flieger]

Thanks. these hats can be put into many shapes!...
If you can get a couple at a price you like, try some different shapes on the crowns!

I have already experimented some but so far I've found it a bit hard to shape a panama compared to a fur-felt. I guess I need more training. [huh]

/F

 

[RBH]

To me the straws are easier! You just need to be sure you wet the straw well!!!

 

[Flieger]

To me the straws are easier! You just need to be sure you wet the straw well!!!

Like soaking it? I've only used a spray bottle and misted it myself. :eusa_doh:

But how to get it to stay in position? I heard someone said they used a blowdryer to "freeze" the bash in position... worth a try maybe?

/F

 

[akaBruno]

Let's see what it looks like on your noggin, RBH. We're so used to seeing you in widers brims and thinner ribbons.

 

[RBH]

Yes I would tell you I have soaked it. There will be some that would say not to do it that way. But I have done it that like for the last 20 years.
I only wet [soak] the part I wish to shape. [most of the time the crown] This may not be the 'correct' way but I have done it and have had great luck with it!

The way I do it is to put warm water in the sink,, I then put the crown [brim side up] in the water ... I leave it in the water till the crown is full. I then bring the hat up and let the water drain out... I then put the hat on my head... I always have and idea of the shape I want... while the hat is on my head I try and shape it[ most of the time it is a c-crown]...
I truly hope this helps you...

 

[Flieger]

*snip* I truly hope this helps you...

Thank you very much, RBH! I will most definetley try your method.

Cheers!

/Flieger

 

[RBH]

Thank you very much, RBH! I will most definetley try your method.

Cheers!

/Flieger

The very best of luck... :eusa_clap

please let us know, GOOD OR BAD... how it turns out.
I have had no bad luck doing it this way... but be that as it is ... you may have different luck!!!!
Please post and let us know!

 

[Flieger]

Will do, RBH. Will do.

/F

 

[RBH]

You know Flieger, that is what I love about this place... I can give you info... and it is truly the best info I have for you .. and you can try it... even improve upon it.
YET we do not put each other down because I use .. 'southern bourbon' and you use .. 'russian vodka'
THIS LOUNGE IS TRULY A 'FEDORA LOUNGE".

 

[Flieger]

You know Flieger, that is what I love about this place... I can give you info... and it is truly the best info I have for you .. and you can try it... even improve upon it.

Yes RBH, that is what Gentlemen do.


fftopic:

YET we do not put each other down because I use .. 'southern bourbon' and you use .. 'russian vodka'
THIS LOUNGE IS TRULY A 'FEDORA LOUNGE".

I don't use no stenkin "russian vodka"! I drink Cuban Rum, Islay Malt Whiskey and London Gin. Sheesh.

/Flieger

 

[RBH]

lol