What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[Tukwila]

Dang! You got stars and I didn't


That one looks super Doug.

Thanks, Perry. I love your Biskup.

 

[Bill Hughes]

First time wearing this Stetson Vita Felt “The Avenue” I bought from Justin aka @splintercellsz.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Disney ‘Robin Hood’
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Way way....way cool!!
Totally one of a kind!
Great one Rock!!

 

[Rockwater]

An absolutely wonderful hat, and the crease is epic.

Thank you, a stiff breeze changes the crease.

 

[Rmccamey]

That's my kind of hat, Tukwila! What are the colors? Look medium gray with a light purple(?) band on my screen?

Royal Stetson, another favorite reborn from BSHW.

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[Rockwater]

Way way....way cool!!
Totally one of a kind!
Great one Rock!!

Thanks, and another to you for pointing out the sweatband seam detail. I would have missed that for sure.

 

[Tukwila]

I believe that is the very principle the Lounge was found on.


Unfortunately several valuable members no longer post due to the fashion show mentality.


It's no longer about the preservation of vintage hats; it could be about acquiring anything & probably will be something else in the future.

I consider many of these rare vintage hats to be works of art. I would no more alter one than I would a 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army or a Picasso.

If I want custom work on a revolver, I'll use a ubiquitous Ruger as a base gun. If I want something homey for my living room wall I'll buy something from Thomas Kincaid's line.

The hat I posted today is your basic Royal Stetson, but in a nice taupe color with unique ribbon colors. I over paid for this hat because it was unique. It is also my very first Royal Stetson. The felt is amazing for a late 50s hat that sold for ~ $12.50.

When I asked Bob Jesse to refurb the hat I told him I wanted it to remain as original as possible. Apparently, the liner was replaced previously with a sample that was too small which caused the front crown to buckle when the hat was placed on your head. Bob had a replacement liner but it is not period correct. I am looking for a correct liner to add to this.

Now, I could have had a new liner added, and new, more colorful ribbons for the crown and brim binding. But I want it to remain original, and therefore more period correct. It means something to me.

I also wanted something newer to compliment this style, so I commissioned a hat from Michael Gannon that has the colors and the taller crown and wider brim that I prefer.

Of course, absolutely, the owner of personal property can do whatever they want with their property. But I have to agree that cutting, shrinking and customizing works of art falls under the definition of heresy as you, @hatsRme , @M Hatman and others have indicated.

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[moehawk]

Great color on that one, John.

Thanks!
As I am a big fan of green hats, you can imagine how stoked I was to finally find an affordable Whippet and have it be a green one to boot!

 

[Tukwila]

First time wearing this Stetson Vita Felt “The Avenue” I bought from Justin aka @splintercellsz.

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Wonderful Stetson, Bill. You and your wife take great photos together.

 

[Tukwila]

That's my kind of hat, Tukwila! What are the colors? Look medium gray with a light purple(?) band on my screen?

The felt is within the broad range of taupe, a brownish grey color. The ribbons look to be somewhat faded, the crown ribbon running a brownish burgundy and the brim binding a yellowish or golden champagne or beige hue.

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Royal Stetson, another favorite reborn from BSHW.

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BSHW?

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[Rmccamey]

That does look great. What is the color combo of the Gannon hat?

The felt is within the broad range of taupe, a brownish grey color. The ribbons look to be somewhat faded, the crown ribbon running a brownish burgundy and the brim binding a yellowish or golden champagne or beige hue.

 

[Eyeofsauron]

Bailey Curtis. Getting ready for Thanksgiving.

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[Tukwila]

BSHW?

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Black Sheep Hat Works in Bremerton, Washington. @navarre on the FL. Bob Jesse is the proprietor.

http://www.blacksheephatworks.com/

That does look great. What is the color combo of the Gannon hat?

Natural beaver felt with vintage ribbon colors of Slate and Belgian. @deadlyhandsome and @Bill Hughes had similar hats made by Michael Gannon.

 

[drmaxtejeda]

Black Sheep Hat Works in Bremerton, Washnigton. @navarre on the FL. Bob Jesse is the proprietor.

http://www.blacksheephatworks.com/



Natural beaver felt with vintage ribbon colors of Slate and Belgian. @deadlyhandsome and @Bill Hughes had similar hats made by Michael Gannon.

Gracias, Doug

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[Tukwila]

Gracias, Doug

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Bob has a very long wait list, but IMO his work is top drawer. Sandra and I have hats in progress... maybe before Christmas???

You can see his basic lineup on his website, but also check out Bob's Facebook page or Instagram to see his wide range of capabilities. He is the only hatter I know who offers a felted edge on a custom hat, the BSHW Pinnacle Edge, fka Cavanagh Edge, Mode Edge, Custom Edge, Guild Edge, etc, by vintage hat companies.

https://www.facebook.com/BlackSheepHatWorks/

https://www.instagram.com/blacksheephatworks/

 

[M Hatman]

Edward Biskup. A very nice thin ribbon with a 5 1/2" OC and 2 5/8" bound brim. Nice, thin, dense felt. I haven't done anything to it beyond a good brushing and modifying the center dent to more of a diamond (or claw foot).

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I am really digging the stars! They are a way cool period custom ad on! I would say likely done at a saddle shop, custom clothing or unusual hat shop....... I have seen period western clothes with such adornments. Those are really well done and too cool for words!
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[Rmccamey]

Thanks again, Tuk. It must be my monitor, every Gannon I see seems to be gray! The reason I ask is that I'm on Michael's list with a granite body but cannot seem to settle on a ribbon color. On one hand I want a band that blends in (monotone, of sorts), on the other, I want a band that stands out (burgundy or copper perhaps). Thanks for adding to the confusion

Black Sheep Hat Works in Bremerton, Washnigton. @navarre on the FL. Bob Jesse is the proprietor.

http://www.blacksheephatworks.com/



Natural beaver felt with vintage ribbon colors of Slate and Belgian. @deadlyhandsome and @Bill Hughes had similar hats made by Michael Gannon.

 

[Tukwila]

Thanks again, Tuk. It must be my monitor, every Gannon I see seems to be gray! The reason I ask is that I'm on Michael's list with a granite body but cannot seem to settle on a ribbon color. On one hand I want a band that blends in (monotone, of sorts), on the other, I want a band that stands out (burgundy or copper perhaps). Thanks for adding to the confusion

Glad to be of help!

This slate color is in limited supply and does not stand out nor is it as flashy as burgundy would be. It has a plum or raspberry color to it but it is subdued a bit by grey and charcoal hues in it that change with the direction of light hitting the ribbon. Ask Michael about it and see what he thinks.

 

[Richard Morgan]

Edward Biskup. A very nice thin ribbon with a 5 1/2" OC and 2 5/8" bound brim. Nice, thin, dense felt. I haven't done anything to it beyond a good brushing and modifying the center dent to more of a diamond (or claw foot).

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Beautiful Biskup Jim, I think I could ignore the stars on that one. But if they disturb you too much, you know where to find me.