The BORSALINO BROTHERHOOD

[Mean Eyed Matt]

The next fantastic Homburg from the Norwegian-Greek Christmas gift box:
Borsalino in a medium grey with black crown ribbon and contrasting "rosé" brim binding.
Height centre dent at 11.0 cm, brim width at 5.0 cm
The (probably original) lining says imported by "Brödrene Dobloug"; the sweat I believe
was later exchanged at "Hans H. Holms" in Oslo, where the paper label was lost
(unfortunately missing). Since the lining is sewn in, I think the Borsa is from the (early?) 50s
- maybe even earlier? Does the lining perhaps give another clue?

"Brödrene Dobloug" or "Brødrene Dobloug" was a company in Oslo
founded in 1870 by the brothers Mikkel (1844-1913) and Jens Dobloug (1837-1891).
Read more here:
https://no.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brødrene_Dobloug
https://oslobyleksikon.no/index.php/Brødrene_Dobloug
https://www.doblougsbryggeri.no/historien/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikkel_Dobloug_(politician)

1940

1953

 

[Pkyoakum]

Lately I have seen a couple of not-so-great looking Borsalinos on Ebay that were made in the USA. When did Borsalino ever have hats made in the USA? They don't look like same quality as what I am used to seeing.

 

[Steve1857]

The next fantastic Homburg from the Norwegian-Greek Christmas gift box:
Borsalino in a medium grey with black crown ribbon and contrasting "rosé" brim binding.
Height centre dent at 11.0 cm, brim width at 5.0 cm
The (probably original) lining says imported by "Brödrene Dobloug"; the sweat I believe
was later exchanged at "Hans H. Holms" in Oslo, where the paper label was lost
(unfortunately missing). Since the lining is sewn in, I think the Borsa is from the (early?) 50s
- maybe even earlier? Does the lining perhaps give another clue?

"Brödrene Dobloug" or "Brødrene Dobloug" was a company in Oslo
founded in 1870 by the brothers Mikkel (1844-1913) and Jens Dobloug (1837-1891).
Read more here:
https://no.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brødrene_Dobloug
https://oslobyleksikon.no/index.php/Brødrene_Dobloug
https://www.doblougsbryggeri.no/historien/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikkel_Dobloug_(politician)

1940

1953

Wonderful Borsalino, Matt. I'm envious of how many great vintage hats keep turning up in Norway.

If it wasn't for the snow, I'd move to @PanosChris' neighbourhood

Super photos of the store, too.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

Lately I have seen a couple of not-so-great looking Borsalinos on Ebay that were made in the USA. When did Borsalino ever have hats made in the USA? They don't look like same quality as what I am used to seeing.

The Bollman Hat Co. Had license to make Borsalinos in the US. I avoid these hats.

 

[Pkyoakum]

The Bollman Hat Co. Had license to make Borsalinos in the US. I avoid these hats.

Thanks, Brent. Just from the photos, I can see many look inferior without even touching them, though some that "hatsandcaps" on Ebay is selling look ok from the photos. I would like to actually inspect one to see the differences in quality or hear from someone who has. I don't understand all the Borsalinos for sale on Ebay out of Japan.

 

[Steve1857]

The Bollman Hat Co. Had license to make Borsalinos in the US. I avoid these hats.

It's a shame Borsalino didn't check who they gave their licence to in the USA. When was that btw?

Stetson gave their licence to two renowned hat makers in England and Germany. Cudos to Stetson for doing their homework.

 

[Miamibruno]

Just arrived from Greece, an Italian (that is sold in Italy) Borsalino. The interesting part is that it is marten fur felt. I've never had one before and, frankly, didn't know they existed till about two weeks ago. The felt has a fabulous hand. Thought it might be of interest.

 

[Blare]

Just arrived from Greece, an Italian (that is sold in Italy) Borsalino. The interesting part is that it is marten fur felt. I've never had one before and, frankly, didn't know they existed till about two weeks ago. The felt has a fabulous hand. Thought it might be of interest.

Beautiful hat.

 

[Miamibruno]

Photo On 10-28-15 At 9.33 AM #3

• Miamibruno
• Oct 28, 2015

Beautiful hat.

Thank you, Blare!

 

[Blare]

Photo On 10-28-15 At 9.33 AM #3

• Miamibruno
• Oct 28, 2015

Thank you, Blare!

Excellent!

 

[Pkyoakum]

Photo On 10-28-15 At 9.33 AM #3

• Miamibruno
• Oct 28, 2015

Thank you, Blare!

I just realized I purchased a Borsalino from you a couple of weeks ago on Ebay. Here is a photo. Recognize it?

 

[Miamibruno]

I do. Looks good on you.

 

[DVNO]

Hey guys,

I bought this hat for 60 Euros. Does anyone have any infos about it? Thanks!

 

[Blare]

Hey guys,

I bought this hat for 60 Euros. Does anyone have any infos about it? Thanks!

Welcome to the lounge. Very nice find. I'll leave the details to some of the experts here

 

[Steve1857]

Hey guys,

I bought this hat for 60 Euros. Does anyone have any infos about it? Thanks!

Hi DVNO. Nice buy for €60. Can you please post photos of labels under the sweatband.

 

[DVNO]

Thank you for your replies. There’s only one label under the sweatband.

 

[Steve1857]

Thank you for your replies. There’s only one label under the sweatband.

The "final" piece of the puzzle. On the lower deck, the first name is Borsalino's term for the colour of the hat. The second c. is the ubiquitous colour term for the ribbon colour. The third name is Borsalino's name for the type of hat.
Borsalino were mercurial in their terminology. The c.asfalto for the ribbon colour holds true, though.

It's an interesting find DVNO. No liner, but a liner tip. And the air vents are unusual. I'd guess ca. 1960s.

Like you, I'm waiting for the true experts to kick in.

 

[Bill Hughes]

Hey guys,

I bought this hat for 60 Euros. Does anyone have any infos about it? Thanks!

I would place it mid to late 50s.

 

[deadlyhandsome]

I would place it mid to late 50s.

The scalloped edge in all four sides of the label made me think it might be a bit earlier too. I’m sure this will draw out the Borsalino heavies and the record will be set straight…or as straight as it ever is with Borsalino.

 

[steur]

The next fantastic Homburg from the Norwegian-Greek Christmas gift box:
Borsalino in a medium grey with black crown ribbon and contrasting "rosé" brim binding.
Height centre dent at 11.0 cm, brim width at 5.0 cm
The (probably original) lining says imported by "Brödrene Dobloug"; the sweat I believe
was later exchanged at "Hans H. Holms" in Oslo, where the paper label was lost
(unfortunately missing). Since the lining is sewn in, I think the Borsa is from the (early?) 50s
- maybe even earlier? Does the lining perhaps give another clue?

"Brödrene Dobloug" or "Brødrene Dobloug" was a company in Oslo
founded in 1870 by the brothers Mikkel (1844-1913) and Jens Dobloug (1837-1891).
Read more here:
https://no.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brødrene_Dobloug
https://oslobyleksikon.no/index.php/Brødrene_Dobloug
https://www.doblougsbryggeri.no/historien/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikkel_Dobloug_(politician)

1940

1953

A thing of beauty, Matt and a nice backstory as well. Early fifties is likely spot on, maybe even earlier.