Truman and Open Road

[GentlemanFarmer]

Cattleman

Even though it's now called the "Cattleman's crease", there are two styles that are similar, but have a subtle difference. The Alpine and the Dress Alpine. I think LBJ wore a variation of the Dress Alpine.

 

[deanglen]

I've heard that these LBJ hats are not Stetsons, strictly speaking, but Open Road style hats manufactured by a local Dallas hat maker, whom, I don't remember, but there is some website that shows Pres. Kennedy being presented with one prior to Nov. 22nd, 1963.

dean

 

[jimmy the lid]

Dean -- I think you're referring to Peters Bros. in Ft. Worth

Cheers,
JtL

 

[deanglen]

Dean -- I think you're referring to Peters Bros. in Ft. Worth

Cheers,
JtL

Yes! You're right! Thanks! What else can you tell us about the hats and the maker?

dean

 

[Duck]

Great looking avatar, Dean. lol

 

[jimmy the lid]

Yes! You're right! Thanks! What else can you tell us about the hats and the maker?

dean

I can't tell you a whole lot more than I already know from checking out their website and perusing previous posts on the Lounge. Jimmy Pierce can probably fill us in better than anyone...

Cheers,
JtL

 

[Art Fawcett]

I think you are right Gents, Peter's Bros. made hats for several Presidents and I believe also for LBJ.
Ande, I modify my proportions to fit the client so this really is just an example, not set in stone.

 

[deanglen]

Great looking avatar, Dean. lol

Just wanted you to know how much I like your work.:eusa_clap

dean

 

[Colby Jack]

and I went all this time wondering what HST stood for....:eusa_doh: [huh]

 

[analogist]

HST

The HST on Art's site is a compilation of over 3000 images of HarryTruman wearing or carrying his hat.

As a relative of the late President, it is also from the times I remember him on his "constitutionals" on Park Avenue when he stayed at The Waldorf Towers.

There are those who feel I have a slight resemblance to Harry himself. You, fellow Loungers be the judge for as I have posted, my avatar is a photo of myself.

analogist

 

[woodsie]

The HST on Art's site is a compilation of over 3000 images of HarryTruman wearing or carrying his hat.

As a relative of the late President, it is also from the times I remember him on his "constitutionals" on Park Avenue when he stayed at The Waldorf Towers.

There are those who feel I have a slight resemblance to Harry himself. You, fellow Loungers be the judge for as I have posted, my avatar is a photo of myself.

analogist

Yes, there is a resemblance, but I believe HST preferred a sable coat to your mink stole.

 

[rgraham]

The HST on Art's site is a compilation of over 3000 images of HarryTruman wearing or carrying his hat.

As a relative of the late President, it is also from the times I remember him on his "constitutionals" on Park Avenue when he stayed at The Waldorf Towers.

There are those who feel I have a slight resemblance to Harry himself. You, fellow Loungers be the judge for as I have posted, my avatar is a photo of myself.

analogist

You could be his twin. Except for the hair and coat that is.

 

[Viper Man]

and I went all this time wondering what HST stood for....:eusa_doh: [huh]

Heh. Initially, I thought it stood for this guy...

 

[duggap]

HST

The last hat I got from Art was the HST in powder blue. The color is a little tricky to wear but the style of the HST is the very best of all my hats. I think it is one of the top three that Art produces.

 

[mingoslim]

There is a reason some folks call this hat the LBJ

Didn't LBJ use a Cattleman's bash in his OR?

He even used an image of his hat on his campaign buttons . . .

 

[Lefty]

No, no. I know he's got the same initials, but we're talking presidents.

If we were talking about this kind of goofy hat,

we'd be talking about this president.

 

[Colby Jack]

All great images...:eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap
Duggap...what are the top 3 hats in your opinion?

 

[duggap]

Colby Jack, I think the HST, the Jazzman and the LaSalle are my three favorites that Art makes. I have the Brooklyn but I consider it a more dressy hat. A very nice lid. Naturally Jack, my opinions are just that and are just mine. Others may have other favorites and I would never argue with them as to which is the best.

 

[J.B.]

He even used an image of his hat on his campaign buttons . . .

Right! Here are a few "examples"...

 

[Colby Jack]

Colby Jack, I think the HST, the Jazzman and the LaSalle are my three favorites that Art makes. I have the Brooklyn but I consider it a more dressy hat. A very nice lid. Naturally Jack, my opinions are just that and are just mine. Others may have other favorites and I would never argue with them as to which is the best.

All beautiful hats Duggap...and it's always fun to find out what styles of Art people like. Maybe a new thread on which 3 of Arts hats people would choose and why...:eusa_clap [huh]