What Hat Are You Wearing Today ?

[johnnycanuck]

18 years old. Still holding up great. Akubra “Down Under”

Got it custom made in black. Same make and model they used for Paul Hogan in “Crocodile Dundee”
Johnny

 

[rogueclimber]

This evening in Redondo Beach

Pure Open Road

 

[carouselvic]

old Leghorn

 

[DonR]

That is a terrific color!!!!

Thanks Mark. I like it. It is the only hat in my collection of that color.

 

[Daniele Tanto]

Stetson made in Europe under license

The hat came from an exchange with Stefan (Steur) and becomes one of the representatives of US shaped hats in my collection.

Excellent Stetson made in Lizeng - Germany. There are no other indications of color or size, however it is fine for my head 59-60 centimetres.

Made with great care and finished well, the hat has a beautiful, malleable and consistent felt.
Today I wore it less than I would have liked because the rain showers were notable and frequent.

Have a nice day everyone and congratulations on your beautiful hats.

 

[Blare]

Stetson made in Europe under license
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The hat came from an exchange with Stefan (Steur) and becomes one of the representatives of US shaped hats in my collection.
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Excellent Stetson made in Lizeng - Germany. There are no other indications of color or size, however it is fine for my head 59-60 centimetres.
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Made with great care and finished well, the hat has a beautiful, malleable and consistent felt.
Today I wore it less than I would have liked because the rain showers were notable and frequent.
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Have a nice day everyone and congratulations on your beautiful hats.

Nice seeing you in a bit of a western/crossover type of shape. Adding additional variety to your extensive collection.

 

[Frunobulax]

Commander by Mallory for a trip to the office.

Taking a page from my state mate Terry, a little appropriate music for the occasion, the Ol' Commander, God rest his soul.

 

[Mighty44]

Unlined Playboy for spring.

 

[VoodooSan]

Long story short, I found a gentleman on FB Marketplace who indicated he had numerous hats he’d found in storage while cleaning out his late father’s home. He had seven, and I bought three, of which this is the absolute triumph of my lot. It's a Borsalino Featherweight; the color is Opale, and the model is Celesca. It is immaculate, and as light as a feather. Edited to correct the vintage: now updated as being from between 1954 and 1960. I’ve always wanted a vintage Borsalino, and 64 to 70 years old is "vintage" enough to make me delighted!

Naturally, I'll be wearing this today, even if I never leave the house!

 

[DonR]

Long story short, I found a gentleman on FB Marketplace who indicated he had numerous hats he’d found in storage while cleaning out his late father’s home. He had seven, and I bought three, of which this is the absolute triumph of my lot. It's a Borsalino Featherweight; the color is Opale, and the model is Celesca. It is immaculate, and as light as a feather. Going off the design, and the edge perforations, of the under-the-lining shop tag, I believe this hat was manufactured between 1936 and 1953. I'm hoping for confirmation of that from you good folks, as well as seeking any additional information anyone more knowledgeable might glean from my pictures. I’ve always wanted a vintage Borsalino, and I appear to have scored a rather magnificent one.

Naturally, I'll be wearing this today, even if I never leave the house!

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Very nice find. I believe with that internal tab having perforated edges leads this to be early 60's I think. You may want to post in Borsalino Brotherhood for more info.

 

[Daniele Tanto]

Nice seeing you in a bit of a western/crossover type of shape. Adding additional variety to your extensive collection.

It is true Joe, one of the rare crossovers I have in my collection of clear US origin.
I should have opened a branch in the States with an agent expert in American hatmaking to complete my collection
I'll think about it again, thanks in the meantime.

 

[VoodooSan]

Very nice find. I believe with that internal tab having perforated edges leads this to be early 60's I think. You may want to post in Borsalino Brotherhood for more info.

Thanks, Don, I'll ask there. That was the thread that led me to believe it was much older. Checking.....

 

[Mighty44]

Long story short, I found a gentleman on FB Marketplace who indicated he had numerous hats he’d found in storage while cleaning out his late father’s home. He had seven, and I bought three, of which this is the absolute triumph of my lot. It's a Borsalino Featherweight; the color is Opale, and the model is Celesca. It is immaculate, and as light as a feather. Going off the design, and the edge perforations, of the under-the-lining shop tag, I believe this hat was manufactured between 1936 and 1953. I'm hoping for confirmation of that from you good folks, as well as seeking any additional information anyone more knowledgeable might glean from my pictures. I’ve always wanted a vintage Borsalino, and I appear to have scored a rather magnificent one.

Naturally, I'll be wearing this today, even if I never leave the house!

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That’s a beautiful hat—congrats!

 

[VoodooSan]

That’s a beautiful hat—congrats!

Thanks, David!

 

[Blare]

Long story short, I found a gentleman on FB Marketplace who indicated he had numerous hats he’d found in storage while cleaning out his late father’s home. He had seven, and I bought three, of which this is the absolute triumph of my lot. It's a Borsalino Featherweight; the color is Opale, and the model is Celesca. It is immaculate, and as light as a feather. Edited to correct the vintage: far more knowledgeable people are indicating 60s to 70s. I’ve always wanted a vintage Borsalino, and 50 to 60 years old is "vintage" enough to make me delighted!

Naturally, I'll be wearing this today, even if I never leave the house!

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Fantastic find, Marc. My notes on that tag style point to 54-60. @steur or @Daniele Tanto may be able to correct me.

 

[alanfgag]

A couple of decades between the pictures and no worse for wear... that Patagonia vest has held up well.

Berets are great when you've got some difficult colors to go with.

 

[The Lost Cowboy]

Out and about in the Melton Ten today. This one has quickly become a favorite in my collection.

 

[steur]

Long story short, I found a gentleman on FB Marketplace who indicated he had numerous hats he’d found in storage while cleaning out his late father’s home. He had seven, and I bought three, of which this is the absolute triumph of my lot. It's a Borsalino Featherweight; the color is Opale, and the model is Celesca. It is immaculate, and as light as a feather. Edited to correct the vintage: far more knowledgeable people are indicating 60s to 70s. I’ve always wanted a vintage Borsalino, and 50 to 60 years old is "vintage" enough to make me delighted!

Naturally, I'll be wearing this today, even if I never leave the house!

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Excellent find, Mark and in great condition too. Mid fifties to 1960.

 

[Blare]

A couple of decades between the pictures and no worse for wear... that Patagonia vest has held up well.

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How cool.

 

[mayserwegener]

A great looking Borsalino Homburg, Steve. Looks darn good on you, too.

Steve, Thank you!