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The Bowler or Derby Hat

splintercellsz

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1880s-1890s Green vented derby

unsure of manufacturee, this one has half moon side vents and a vent at the top of the crown
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Ferdinand Walter Mödling - Baden (Austria), 5.25 oz / 149 g, excellence condition, possibly 1930s could late 1920s. Ferdinand Walter Mödling - Baden appears in the Austrian Hat Industry Guide (1926) but not sure if they made hats. There is no other company mark. The felt is fantastic same with the form. The bow is slightly offset.

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splintercellsz

I'll Lock Up
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Ferdinand Walter Mödling - Baden (Austria), 5.25 oz / 149 g, excellence condition, possibly 1930s could late 1920s. Ferdinand Walter Mödling - Baden appears in the Austrian Hat Industry Guide (1926) but not sure if they made hats. There is no other company mark. The felt is fantastic same with the form. The bow is slightly offset.

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Love the light colored sweatband

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I've been wanting a proper English Bowler. Stefan found this British beauty for me. Made by C.S. Royle & Co. from London and Stockport, this older (1930s ?) Stiff Felt is light as a feather. I need to get it on a scale, but it is by far my lightest. The sweat is in great shape and has a wonderful light brown sheen. The front of the brim binding is a little tattered, I would like to think it is from tipping it to the ladies. I think it gives it some character. The tight curl is also a nice feature.


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I've been wanting a proper English Bowler. Stefan found this British beauty for me. Made by C.S. Royle & Co. from London and Stockport, this older (1930s ?) Stiff Felt is light as a feather. I need to get it on a scale, but it is by far my lightest. The sweat is in great shape and has a wonderful light brown sheen. The front of the brim binding is a little tattered, I would like to think it is from tipping it to the ladies. I think it gives it some character. The tight curl is also a nice feature.


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Gorgeous hat Mike! Are you going to leave the binding alone or have it restored?


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