Recent content by GunnerTarkington

Like new Stetson Special Homburg with red emblem and bow accents. Based on the lot number (7628) late 30’s?

Oh dang I see that now. Got my threads mixed up. Thank you for kindly pointing that out.

Yes that sounds about right based on the fit. Or lack of.

Thanks, Gunner is my alter ego. Picked up the footlocker a while back estate sale shopping :)

Took a chance on this beauty without knowing the size and guess what.... too small. Stamped 4 1/2 inside the sweat and 4 on the paper label. Has anyone seen this liner? I haven't been able to find a comparison anywhere.

Added to the list

Ha you may be right on. Thanks :)

Been looking for a Borso that fits nicely. The search is off. Needs a little work but overall she’s in beautiful shape. Fits like a 7 3/8 which I needed. Palladio grey with thin ribbon, trolley, and Labrador pin. My new favorite.

Ha thanks, there are so many resources on here its hard to dig through them all. Always grateful for some direction.

Thanks Alan, close enough to not be laughed out of the thread I hope.

Snagged my first pre 40's Stetson... No.1 Quality. Sold through Silverwoods Men's store in Los Angeles. I believe it to be 1930's based on the crest, stitched sweat, and tags. Price tag for Silverwoods is present and looks to read $10.00. Looks like Lot# 7618?

Thanks guys, the image in the liner is of the Sailor's Monument in Brindisi, Italy. The address of Francesco Sion's mens shop was located at a major intersection in Brindisi. Although the store no longer exists the building still houses retailers. I love looking up the history as much as I can.

I picked up this beautiful Borsalino in a batch of hats and its about a size too small :( New Old Stock. Euro size 6 and fits like a 7-7 1/8. I'm guessing 1950's? any contradiction to that assessment?

Beautiful building right? Thanks for sharing this information, a lot of which I hadn't seen before. - Forgive the late reply, still picking up on notifications and alerts. :)

50's Era Royal Stetson Whippet seems to be glued on lately.