Toronto Hatter Leon Drexler

Tomasso · Jun 28, 2011

It's always good to see another new hatter join the mix. Has anyone tried him?

HatsEnough · Jun 28, 2011

I like his Scribbler model, though the brim is a tad too short for me. At 2-1/4 it is too short, I'd prefer 2-1/2 or more. Still, I like the looks of it.

bil_maxx · Jul 5, 2011

He seems to have a good reputation here in Toronto so far, but the hats are kind of pricey for such a new provider. I wish him well though and hope he succeeds. There are never too many hatters, and never too many in Toronto for sure.

DNO · Jul 5, 2011

bil_maxx said:
He seems to have a good reputation here in Toronto so far, but the hats are kind of pricey for such a new provider. I wish him well though and hope he succeeds. There are never too many hatters, and never too many in Toronto for sure.

The Toronto Star recently had an article (at least the on-line edition did) about a hat store called "Jack and I" on Mt. Pleasant Road. I haven't been there myself, but it might be worth a visit.

The Wiser Hatter · Jul 5, 2011

DNO said:
The Toronto Star recently had an article (at least the on-line edition did) about a hat store called "Jack and I" on Mt. Pleasant Road. I haven't been there myself, but it might be worth a visit.

Here is the article:
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MisterCairo · Jul 5, 2011

bil_maxx said:
He seems to have a good reputation here in Toronto so far, but the hats are kind of pricey for such a new provider. I wish him well though and hope he succeeds. There are never too many hatters, and never too many in Toronto for sure.

These hats are made to measure - compared with "off the rack" prices I've seen on-line, they seem reasonable to me.

Art Fawcett · Jul 5, 2011

I have known Steven for years and although he is new to the business I can vouch for his dedication and investment in his education in the field. I haven't inspected one of his hats so I can't speak honestly about the craftsmanship but I CAN speak to his integrity and I would trust him to do his very best should you order from him. He sent me links to his designs a while back and I have to say he appeals to a younger crowd than me but hey, they need hats also, right? He is definitely trying to find his own way in the biz rather than just copying someone else so he deserves kudos for that.

bendingoak · Jul 5, 2011

I find "the gaffer" rather interesting.

Welcome aboard

jlee562 · Jul 5, 2011

MisterCairo said:
These hats are made to measure - compared with "off the rack" prices I've seen on-line, they seem reasonable to me.

$425 for a custom made hat is not unheard of certainly, but one can find a custom beaver hat for less.

InsolentPuppy · Jul 5, 2011

You'll pay $600+ at Optimo.

jlee562 · Jul 5, 2011

InsolentPuppy said:
You'll pay $600+ at Optimo.

Or you could pay $285 at Black Sheep Hat Works, or $375 for Penman, etc.

Cliffnopus · Jul 6, 2011

Or a superb Fawcett for well under the $ 425 pricetag.

Cliff

jlee562 · Jul 6, 2011

Cliffnopus said:
Or a superb Fawcett for well under the $ 425 pricetag.

Cliff

Also true.

That having been said, I think the Scribbler is a fine looking lid.

bil_maxx · Jul 6, 2011

DNO said:
The Toronto Star recently had an article (at least the on-line edition did) about a hat store called "Jack and I" on Mt. Pleasant Road. I haven't been there myself, but it might be worth a visit.

Well then that's 2 new hatters-we are living in a golden age here in Toronto. Hopefully hats are making as strong a comeback as the media is saying.

InsolentPuppy · Aug 16, 2011

This Dusseldorfer is going to be my next hat once I decide whether to go with steel blue or a deep indigo.

belfastboy · Mar 3, 2017

I think this thread deserves an update. I received my first Drexler hat about 6 months ago and yes, it is a fine example of custom hat making. I purchased the "Londoner", Stephen's version of the Lord's hat. His pouncing and overall attention to detail is stellar and IMHO stands at the top with a few other custom hatters whose works I possess. Immediately I placed my name in the queue for a second one (a 10 month wait list). It comes due end of April so need to get clear on what I want. Leaning strongly towards a newly added model for Stephen, The "Cotswold". A cross between a Lord's and a Hommie. Just can't decide on the colour of felt.

lbgradwell · Mar 3, 2017

belfastboy said:
I received my first Drexler hat about 6 months ago and yes, it is a fine example of custom hat making. I purchased the "Londoner", Stephen's version of the Lord's hat...

And will you favour us with a shot or two of you modelling this hat?

belfastboy · Mar 3, 2017

lbgradwell said:
And will you favour us with a shot or two of you modelling this hat?

I sure would like to but continue to have problems uploading photos. I cannot get the photo files small enough to be accepted. It has been most frustrating.

lbgradwell · Mar 3, 2017

belfastboy said:
I sure would like to but continue to have problems uploading photos. I cannot get the photo files small enough to be accepted. It has been most frustrating.

Try uploading your photos to an image-hosting site (ex/ Photobucket) and post from there.

deadlyhandsome · Aug 17, 2020

belfastboy said:
I sure would like to but continue to have problems uploading photos. I cannot get the photo files small enough to be accepted. It has been most frustrating.

I’m looking at a Leon Drexler...any chance you can post your photos to this thread? I’m torn between a Leon Drexler and a BSHW, and if the past is any indication I’ll get both

I would love to see some of Stephen’s work here.

http://www.leondrexler.com/New_Leon_Drexler_Website/Home.html

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