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Early 1950s Dobbs Twenty. Guild Edge
I thought lack of a block depth dimension on the factory tag was late 50s or a 60s indicator. Great score nonetheless!
Early 1950s Dobbs Twenty. Guild Edge
You may be right, just a guess on my part based on others I have had. Loosely based LOL
Nice pics of that hat Jim.Thanks, Greg and Stefan!
Now with creased goodness.
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There is a block designation - 301. And I believe the A to the left of the reorder number may be the depth. I was going to question the estimate, too, but I'm not so sure now.I thought lack of a block depth dimension on the factory tag was late 50s or a 60s indicator. Great score nonetheless!
Thanks, B. It's a killer hat.Nice pics of that hat Jim.
Very classy!
B
There is a block designation - 301. And I believe the A to the left of the reorder number may be the depth. I was going to question the estimate, too, but I'm not so sure now.
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That's a nice one. To date the hat try to find the factory label. You can have a look here also:My first post here on the actual lounge. Though I have been on the FB page for some time.
This Dobbs is the first of a two'fer of black hats that arrived today. I was more focused on the Cavanagh that came with it when I made the purchase. However after arrival and getting them cleaned up a bit... it appears this one is quite a gem. The brim is about 2 1/4 with a Guild Edge (Cavanagh) the open crown is about 5 1/4 or 4 3/4 as now shaped and sports a 2 1/4 black ribbon The felt is super smooth and took a hand crease with ease. The tag inside was not one I've seen before. It had the specs and $15 pricing on it.
Anyone have any thoughts on age?
I can already tell this one is going to be a favorite for me.
Best,
Joe
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That's a nice one. To date the hat try to find the factory label. You can have a look here also:
http://www.thehattedprofessor.com/datedobbspart2.html
A gem indeed. Great wide ribbon, too. Welcome to the Lounge, Joe.My first post here on the actual lounge. Though I have been on the FB page for some time.
This Dobbs is the first of a two'fer of black hats that arrived today. I was more focused on the Cavanagh that came with it when I made the purchase. However after arrival and getting them cleaned up a bit... it appears this one is quite a gem. The brim is about 2 1/4 with a Guild Edge (Cavanagh) the open crown is about 5 1/4 or 4 3/4 as now shaped and sports a 2 1/4 black ribbon The felt is super smooth and took a hand crease with ease. The tag inside was not one I've seen before. It had the specs and $15 pricing on it.
Anyone have any thoughts on age?
I can already tell this one is going to be a favorite for me.
Best,
Joe
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Thanks Steve. Long time listener first time caller. LOLA gem indeed. Great wide ribbon, too. Welcome to the Lounge, Joe.
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A red letter day [emoji4]. Hope it will be the first of many.Thanks Steve. Long time listener first time caller. LOL
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Welcome to the lounge. You certainly have found a nice Dobbs there (I think I recall seeing the auction for two black hats - decided not to go for them). Not an expert on dating Dobbs hats I'm afraid.My first post here on the actual lounge. Though I have been on the FB page for some time.
This Dobbs is the first of a two'fer of black hats that arrived today. I was more focused on the Cavanagh that came with it when I made the purchase. However after arrival and getting them cleaned up a bit... it appears this one is quite a gem. The brim is about 2 1/4 with a Guild Edge (Cavanagh) the open crown is about 5 1/4 or 4 3/4 as now shaped and sports a 2 1/4 black ribbon The felt is super smooth and took a hand crease with ease. The tag inside was not one I've seen before. It had the specs and $15 pricing on it.
Anyone have any thoughts on age?
I can already tell this one is going to be a favorite for me.
Best,
Joe
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I almost passed on them as well. Until I noticed in one of the photos my initials on the Cav's sweat. I thought well. That seals it. They belong with me. [emoji846].Welcome to the lounge. You certainly have found a nice Dobbs there (I think I recall seeing the auction for two black hats - decided not to go for them). Not an expert on dating Dobbs hats I'm afraid.
It was their destiny (add suitable swelling music here)I almost passed on them as well. Until I noticed in one of the photos my initials on the Cav's sweat. I thought well. That seals it. They belong with me. [emoji846].
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I know better than to take issue with the Perfesser.This is what I was referring to per Brad's site:
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And here's some examples from my hats:
(40s)
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(50s)
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I guess I've sort of treated Brad's input as the closest thing to gospel when it comes to hat history.
With the price point an dimensions, definitely 1950s, probably latter half.My first post here on the actual lounge. Though I have been on the FB page for some time.
This Dobbs is the first of a two'fer of black hats that arrived today. I was more focused on the Cavanagh that came with it when I made the purchase. However after arrival and getting them cleaned up a bit... it appears this one is quite a gem. The brim is about 2 1/4 with a Guild Edge (Cavanagh) the open crown is about 5 1/4 or 4 3/4 as now shaped and sports a 2 1/4 black ribbon The felt is super smooth and took a hand crease with ease. The tag inside was not one I've seen before. It had the specs and $15 pricing on it.
Anyone have any thoughts on age?
I can already tell this one is going to be a favorite for me.
Best,
Joe
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Cool thanks. That was about what I was thinking. $15 for a guild edge in 60s would prob be a bit low I'm guessing.With the price point an dimensions, definitely 1950s, probably latter half.
But read through the Professor's site, he has good guidance.
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