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Ah. Good hint. Thanks. I'm still learning the forum mechanics!
I’m still learning too.
Ah. Good hint. Thanks. I'm still learning the forum mechanics!
Anton Peschel Neutitschein possibly mid 1920s. I received this hat from a FL member back in 2010. He had it restored by Optimo Chicago which I think did a good job but I wish he had kept the original Sweatband (see below). The original Band was missing and the original Liner was shredded (see below). The Black Velour is of really high quality.
Original Liner Remnants
Original Sweatband
Imported by the "The Star Clo. Co. Macon, GA". I found some info on "The Star Clo. Co. Macon, GA". The company was owned by David Wachtel Sr. who immigrated from Austria / Bohemia in 1867. (Federal Census records showed there was community of people that immigrated from Austria / Bohemia.) His son David Wachtel Jr. born in Macon 1895 was also involved in the business and took over sometime after his father's death in 1920s (not listed in 1930 census). I have no idea how long the business lasted after 1930.
Paper Label
Very cool. Thanks for that info. Fascinating all around!Nice! No later than 1967 with the Byer-Rolnick branding.
Hard to date with the Nudelman Bros. vendor. They cover several decades. This was from 1939: The hat is interesting in this uniform example
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Great looking hat. My knowledge of Stetsons is limited, but it has a Stratoliner vibe to it. Do you know the model?
For a long time after I first got it, I avoided getting it wet. As I got into nicer hats, the ‘roo leather got relegated to my barbecue/yard work hat. It doesn’t get much love anymore but it has been surprising resilient. It’s been rained on two or three times with no significant shrinkage. It has, however retained the aromas of charcoal, smoke, pulled pork and spare ribs.Does the leather hat shrink? I would have thought over a few years the leather would from sweat and rain.
That’s a seriously wonderful looking hat, Steve! I’d like to see an inside shot, if possible. Never heard of this brand.
I picked up this Anton Peschel velour several weeks back, but haven't had a chance to document it. This its first trip out of the house.
I apologize for the gloominess.
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I picked up this Anton Peschel velour several weeks back, but haven't had a chance to document it. This its first trip out of the house.
Wow, what's going on today with these velours anyway? Wonderful hats gentlemen, love them both !
Killer hat Jim!
Thanks, Brent! I have to admit, I was a little sad to see your Gorasgu up on the block. Someone will be getting a helluva hat.Great hat! Who doesn’t love a Gorasgu?
Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!
Thanks, B, though all I have to do is look at one of your posts and I realize I still have a long way to go.One of the finest Gorasgus here J.
Absolutely perfect matching overcoat.
You’ve come a long way here in felt and leather!
B
Hopefully this shipment won't get lost in the Bermuda Triangle for four months. I owe you a tracking number btw.a hat with a name like that can only be awesome, Jonathan. And it is! The postal services around the world should see a surge in hats crossing the globe!
WWII era Dobbs:
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I picked up this Anton Peschel velour several weeks back, but haven't had a chance to document it. This its first trip out of the house.
I apologize for the gloominess.
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WWII era Dobbs:
You buy the next round and all will be forgiven.Nice hats! Did I miss the memo about celebrating Saint Paddy's Day early?