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Which Akubra is soft fur?
Seeking Akubra help. I am looking at the Akubra models; Fedora, Stylemaster, campdraft, sydney and even the Heritage Federation. which one has a soft hand? any of them? I like the old school style fedoras so any soft Akubras I missed are appreciated. -
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Old Capper and Capper with Rust
I have a very nice Capper and Capper that I had rebuilt by Optimo. They knew who Capper and Capper was because they are part of Chicago history. They did a very nice job and I love the hat but sometimes I feel the original ribbon is too flashy. As you can see from the photos it is a rust color... -
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New Avatar/super soft Cavanagh stingy
Finally broke down and snapped some pix. I took this because i was thinking of posting it on the bay. The hat looks like a newer Cavanagh. its marked Worth and Worth, 331 Madison Ave. New York. My collection is mostly offbrands, a Crean in dark brown, a Capper and Capper that Optimo rebuilt... -
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A 1930s Bond hat
Won this too, like I need another brown felt. I didn't think I'd win on this low bid. Looks like 2.25 on the brim and the crown is open but I think I detect a former center vent... -
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Penney's Marathon
Just won this recently and hve not recieved. Looks like it might be a keeper. http://www.auctiva.com/hostedimages/showimage.aspx?images=23290962,23290973,23290978,23290987,23291001,23291016,23291023&ppid=1122&image=23290962&gid=209930&formats=0,0,0,0,0,0,0&format=0 -
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Use old stiff hat to bash a new one
We bought a Borso Alexandria at the hat shop here in downtown Sandy Eggo. It was behind the counter and had lots of dust on it. Open crown, 6 7/8, just my wife's size. When the shopkeeper offered it to us for $70 we jumped on it. I tried a few bashes and my wife insisted that it needed to... -
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Panama Basics
I am sure this has been covered. What grade of panama or cuenca do I want ( i guess weave count) if I want my hat brim to NOT blow in the wind. I guess I want the balance between useability and good looks. Mostly I'll be using the hat for outdoor activities...hiking, camping, turista wear... -
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A 40s Pimp Hat? Do you dare bid?
Just saw this on Ebay, can't tell if its really vintage but thought I'd post it just to share. http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-40s-Mens-Fine-Fedora-Hat-Blk-Red-Stunning_W0QQitemZ8337705114QQcategoryZ14065QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Is it Vintage, Zoot or pimp or what. Too fancy for me.
