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Recent content by John Galt

  1. John Galt

    The Conversion Corral

    Terry, looking good! Call me about the thin ribbon. I have some options for you.
  2. John Galt

    Photos of hatters tools

    Thanks Oliver! That helps tremendously!
  3. John Galt

    Western, anyone?

    Thx guys. It's just the hat Terry, not me ;-) It is hard to photograph João, but I think the color came across fairly well in the first photo. I'll post another unique colored western tomorrow.
  4. John Galt

    Western, anyone?

    Howdy, howdy, and "bump." I don't think I've posted this one yet, a rare Bailey Premier (8x) baby blue gambler. Oh, the painting in the background is a personal favorite purchased on sight, called "Warrior Energy" by artist Elise Zentner.
  5. John Galt

    Photos of hatters tools

    Yes, I think so. With care, you should be able to stretch most 6 7/8 hats at least one size without damaging the sweat. Good luck, and easy as you go!
  6. John Galt

    Photos of hatters tools

    Thanks Oliver, but only as your condition allows. You and your family will stay in my prayers.
  7. John Galt

    Photos of hatters tools

    Seen on eBay, sold quickly. Reportedly from Danbury. http://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/381429068436 ANTIQUE VINTAGE BRASS HAT FORM STRETCHER Danbury Conn
  8. John Galt

    The Conversion Corral

    Turned out well! The easiest way to make a telescope is to push the steamed or wetted crown down onto a flat surface then flatten the part that sticks up inside the crown from the center out with a small iron or the bottom of a drinking glass, etc. this is described in Ermatinger's book. You...
  9. John Galt

    Ask a question, get an answer

    I can't speak to the ribbon. I've only owned one and had no ribbon issues. I believe the model is both rare and remarkable largely due to the lightness of the felt, but in my limited experience the quality of the felt itself does not measure up to higher end hats.
  10. John Galt

    Photos of hatters tools

    Oliver, when and if your condition allows, would you be willing to post photos of your hatter's brim planes? I have been researching these but the photos I've found are severely lacking in detail. They seem to be a very rare item indeed.
  11. John Galt

    Photos of hatters tools

    Esther, you are referring to the tub/container, I believe?
  12. John Galt

    Photos of hatters tools

    Oliver, I'm very sorry to hear that but am glad you are out. I hope that you don't live in a dusty or smoky environment (like California's North Valley). It's probably a good idea for all of us to use a HEPA mask when pouncing.
  13. John Galt

    Ask a question, get an answer

    Yeah, it's a learning process. I've shared a couple of antique hat horror stories here as well. At least ribbon can be replaced, and there is still vintage ribbon available.
  14. John Galt

    Ask a question, get an answer

    Ribbon, like felt, can discolor if it is not uniformly wetted. To avoid this, when you wet it, wet the whole thing rather than one part. I suggest a spray bottle - works well for me.
  15. John Galt

    Ask a question, get an answer

    You might try either pouncing lightly with a very (very) fine sandpaper, or an orange hat sponge. The sponge is safer and will cut the small hairs that stick up. You will probably have to do the whole hat to get it uniform, no matter which of these approaches you take.
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