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Thank you, Stefan!All vintage hats should be like that one. What a thing!
Thank you, Stefan!All vintage hats should be like that one. What a thing!
Gorgeous hat, Joe.
Certainly a winner. I wondered who won that one. I know someone around here who would be interested in that box (no, it's not me).View attachment 338858 Since, for now, it’s a size 7 1/8 I’m not able to wear it yet, but Definitely will after a small sweatband stretch and hat body re-block. At this point l can say with complete confidence that no harm will come to its beautiful integrity or wonderful condition.
Late 40s/early 50s Imperial Stetson.
The brown color has a much more luxurious, muted hue than the typical brown, don’t know if you can tell in these pics.
The dress weight felt is super smooth and obedient. I’ll leave the diamond crease close to as it arrived.
Got this crazy nice hat for $51 and a rare Demon-Hanover hat box for $33 shipped.
The binding on top is 3/4” and on bottom 5/16” the brim width 2 13/16”
1 1/2” hat band. A serious beauty!
The eBay listing didn’t include any pics of the inside and only said it was an Imperial in the title description.
Took a slight chance(ha!)and bought it anyway. Bad pics, but could tell it was an awesome deal.
Was expecting the hat to show up with a crispy, cracked sweatband, but was surprised by its new condition. Thickest leather I’ve ever seen in a Stetson! Thing might even fit if it had a thin sweat!
Might should’ve waited till I fixed her up before posting, but wanted to share this one with y’all and couldn’t wait.
Included some photos of my late 40s Imperial “Fifteen” summer weight for comparison.
It was a size 7, but made the stretch with absolutely no stretching symptoms.
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Forgive me, but I probably should have posted this in the eBay victories thread. Howbeit, I had said that I’d share my new hats with folks here.
Knox always seemed to get it right. I find their hats very appealing; grand hats.View attachment 338932
Knox Twenty with Custom Edge and Comfit
Dark Brown Felt
5 1/2 Crown Open (approx 4 3/4 as shaped)
1 7/8 brown grosgrain ribbon
2 1/2 brim with Custom Edge
130g
Wind Trolley cord with Black Knox Logo Lapel Button
Brent @deadlyhandsome said when I posted this hat was on it’s way...
“I bet this will become a favorite. They just did everything right when they made these hats.”
I agree 100% on both accounts! This Knox Twenty arrived today. It needed a good brushing and a little bit of steam to bring it back to life... but boy did it! Was able to get out most of the “puckering” around the base of the crown and smooth out the ribbon some. A little more steam would probably get it almost perfect. The well finished felt is fairly dense with a luxurious feel to it. A nice full 5 1/2 crown. I love the proportions with the brim at 2 1/2 inches and a nice custom (Cavanagh) edge. The oilskin liner cover is in just about pristine condition. It includes the Comfit sweat cushion system Patent 2632175. I love the little detail of the Knox logo on the wind trolley lapel button. I’d have bet dollars to donuts if I was going to find one of these it would be grey before one in this beautiful brown... but I am sure not complaining.
A big thank you to @DaveProc for the heads up on this one... very much appreciated.
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Perfect. Great homburg, Fabio.
Nice parade of hats, Jeff. I'm jealous of that panama though.View attachment 339022 View attachment 339023 View attachment 339024 View attachment 339025 View attachment 339026 View attachment 339027 Monday was a three hat day. Cool morning in my Greeley Hat Works western homburg,
Dobbs Milan for some errands, and hot enough for the Montecristi ultrafino for a cookout.
A beauty, Alan. Love the finishing of the sweatband reed.Royal Stetson Vita Felt
Magnificent, Randall. A sight to see.Hairy hump day!
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And the rest of my melusines
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1940 Stetson
50s Borsalino Gorusgu
Early 60s Kevin McAndrew
Fantastic, we don't see these enough (mainly because there aren't many around).Borsalino “Martora”. The year 1951 and the previous owner’s name is written inside.
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Beautiful, Steve. Lightweight and unlined; always nice to find those.Wegener "Em / 7", NOS condition, possibly late 1930s early 1940s. Only 85 grams so a very light weight especially considering the a heavier leather Sweatband.
Fabulous in every way, Eric. It's been too long since we've seen it.Headed out for daily escapades in a vintage Stetson Beachcomer.
Cheers, Eric -
Lontra and Castoro are still high on my list of "wants". Beautiful hat, Bill.Here is the otter. Pics are a few months old.
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Very nice, Bob.
That is a great look, Jonathan!Kickin' it with the kiddos in the backyard this afternoon. Since they're busy in the sandbox and climbing trees I figured I'd check in. A cheap Adam 101 Corral straw serves its purpose well around the grounds:
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Still working on that "Authentic Style" though:
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@TheGuitarFairy, to rip off it's a Stetson + Vanson
@BobHufford, since I got a haircut you're going to need to find a new Kashetsky woodcut
Summer heat returns starting tomorrow, so the straws will be getting more love. I'm especially looking forward to be able to wear my additions for this year, a late 1800s boater and an unofficial Panama courtesy of a trade with the gentleman of Verona, @Daniele Tanto.
Hope all are doing well!
How could you forget. As soon as I saw the gills I knew it was a Barbisio. Superb.View attachment 339384 View attachment 339385 View attachment 339386 View attachment 339387 Greetings All:
Today...welcoming my new neighbors.
Seems my daughter and Willow moved in across the street. They may be sorry!!
Wearing the Super Barbisio Chamois. Forgot how nice this hat is.
Be well
Bowen
Wonderful hats, Randall.View attachment 339559 Two hat day, since you all likely know that I’m not gadding about in this top hat without a suitable suit. Just got her today. A very early 40s model is my guess since there is a gold edged key hole size tag. 7 1/4, my size, for $20! It’s one of those all grosgrain ones. Don’t have a clue to it’s market value, but it’s not going anywhere for a long time. I suppose every serious collector needs a topper. Only flaw is the sweatband needing to be resewn, which’ll be done right after I post this.
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This Collins-Fairbanks is one sweet, rare, high quality fedora. A definite fav. I like it with the brim up most times, but today it’s snapped down. View attachment 339560 View attachment 339558
Stefan, Thank you! Yes I was very surprised by the felt. Also NOS so considering its possible age definitely a lucky find.Beautiful, Steve. Lightweight and unlined; always nice to find those.
Gorgeous hat, Joe.
Knox always seemed to get it right. I find their hats very appealing; grand hats.
Quite grand both.View attachment 339559 Two hat day, since you all likely know that I’m not gadding about in this top hat without a suitable suit. Just got her today. A very early 40s model is my guess since there is a gold edged key hole size tag. 7 1/4, my size, for $20! It’s one of those all grosgrain ones. Don’t have a clue to it’s market value, but it’s not going anywhere for a long time. I suppose every serious collector needs a topper. Only flaw is the sweatband needing to be resewn, which’ll be done right after I post this.
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This Collins-Fairbanks is one sweet, rare, high quality fedora. A definite fav. I like it with the brim up most times, but today it’s snapped down. View attachment 339560 View attachment 339558
Thanks, Stefan and Joe! @BlareWonderful hats, Randall.
View attachment 339559 Two hat day, since you all likely know that I’m not gadding about in this top hat without a suitable suit. Just got her today. A very early 40s model is my guess since there is a gold edged key hole size tag. 7 1/4, my size, for $20! It’s one of those all grosgrain ones. Don’t have a clue to it’s market value, but it’s not going anywhere for a long time. I suppose every serious collector needs a topper. Only flaw is the sweatband needing to be resewn, which’ll be done right after I post this.
Super nice, Bowen! Awesome color.View attachment 339384 View attachment 339385 View attachment 339386 View attachment 339387 Greetings All:
Today...welcoming my new neighbors.
Seems my daughter and Willow moved in across the street. They may be sorry!!
Wearing the Super Barbisio Chamois. Forgot how nice this hat is.
Be well
Bowen
Great Stetson collapsible opera hat... first I've seen marked as a Stetson Special. I think you're right at early 1940s or perhaps late 1930s. Have you tried collapsing the gibus frame? Is the sweatband attached to the liner where they meet? Here's how that works with another Stetson Opera Hat:
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The only other hat I’ve gifted away, Stetson 15 OR from the 60’s and sold @ Young’s Hats in NY. First hat was a modern OR to a good friend, not worthy of posting.
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About a month overdue for my sisters bday, but she was grateful for an accompanying hat stand too. She’s in Long Beach and I’m in the Valley, so we met half way at Three Weavers in Inglewood, a stone throw away from the famous Randy’s donuts. No donuts yesterday, just libations.
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Gorgeous hat, Joe.
Certainly a winner. I wondered who won that one. I know someone around here who would be interested in that box (no, it's not me).
I guessed it might be a collapsible hat, but didn’t want to try forcing it.
Yes, the sweat is sewn directly to the liner. It has 4 wire supports behind it.
How does it operate? Simply by pushing down from the top?
I know nothing about top hats...or a tux.
Well if YOU have never seen one, then I suppose this one is—Special!