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Well, my Akubra Federation IV came in today. Not quite what I was expecting. I've never had a new felt hat before. It's a lot stiffer than I thought it'd be. Molds like clay though.
I'm gonna play with it a bit tomorrow I think and try to get a good bash going. I tried dry bashing a teardrop but couldn't get it to pop up in the middle. I think steam will help with that.
Any good videos on bashing hats that y'all would recommend?
Still waiting on my Dobbs Homberg. Should be here tomorrow.
It should soften up after some wear and exposure to the elements. Akubras respond well to rain and will get softer over time.
We have several threads on hat creases. This is my favorite.
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/monster-bash-videos-show-us-how-you-bash.85436/