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Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
Oh, I think any reasonable person at this time would be portraying Norman. Harold Rex Interfectus Est -
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Given the negligible amount of air in question, I would think the difference would be just as small. Certainly measurable, not likely discernible. Cutting the wind or blocking the sun on your head makes all the difference, but a small amount of air in a uninsulated hat attic can't do much. Then... -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
Thank you both. That's quite helpful. Is that a Lord and Taylor-sold Stetson, OCMH? -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
Well, what the hell, here is the Dunn & Co. I don't know the age, I thought I saw something that dates it 1950s. Any thoughts on age? Size marked: 7 5/8" and 62 Length: 12 1/2" Width: 9 14" Crown: 4 1/2" Front brim: 1 7/8" Rear brim: 2" Side brims: 1" And the obligatory shot with... -
Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
Oh hey, that would great! I will! -
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Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
Going even earlier than the Battle of Hastings? Now that would be a look! -
Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
Hey Art, I've been looking into the Cork/Bowler/Derby world and I've seen your videos and everyone here raves about you, so you are the perfect person to ask. You have that amazing plastic head shape thingy. Would it be possible to get just a hat block (just a few inches thick, not the whole... -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
Beautiful hat! Maybe I'll start paying attention and see what there is to see. -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
Got it, thank you. It would be a damn sight easier if ALL of the sellers provided correct measurements up front. I get tired of asking. -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
Thank you for your thoughts! After reading this entire thread, I figured you had one or two hats. Frankly, I should just buy one from you. HA! I'm not looking to stretch, per se, just maintain. I don't *think* it has been rounded, it's certainly more oval. Honestly, looking at the Hat Jack, I... -
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The Bowler or Derby Hat
Here's a thought, as I mention in the Stetson Handy thread, the Handy specs at 3 ¾" high with a 1 ⅞" brim. This Dunn & Co, from earlier in this thread, to which I'm referring, is (I think) 4.5" high, and that brim at the front approaches the 1 ⅞" of the Handy. The question is this: What are... -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
Thanks for the heads up, MW! Oddly enough, I have the weatherstripping, so I'll do a dry run with it. Do you have a source you recommend for the felt or cork? Also, anyone have any thoughts on a hat block? Stretcher? Is there something that I can get made to the shape of my head, not to... -
1940 Emily Post Etiquette Book
Most folk'll never lose a toe, But then again, some folk'll, Like Cletus, the Slack-Jawed Yokel- Steph
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The Bowler or Derby Hat
Hey Brad, thank you so much for your help. I do appreciate it. What are your thoughts on any particular protective spray or leather protectant for the vintagish Dunn bowler above? Can I stiffen it beyond what it is (pre-emptively, I suppose)? And what about rain/weather? Just wear it? I really... -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
Brilliant! Thank you! I do just happen to have some weatherstripping handy... -
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The Bowler or Derby Hat
Nothing like jumping right in, Cedric! Thank you!! Your idea here being not to bother structurally at all? My thought was that the front/back would take care of itself from wearing. Does the width at the side (the hat itself, not the weatherstripping) have any real visual effect, e.g., would a... -
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The Bowler or Derby Hat
Success! It arrived and it is perfect! Those pictures suck, but it's not worth retaking the same ones. There is not a thing of interest behind the sweatband. Dang. Now, certainly I have a long oval head. I thought the hat would be too big, and oddly, it isn't, but here is the problem. Front to... -
The Bowler or Derby Hat
So, one up, one down. That ticket on the side is a repair ticket, proof can be seen under the hat band. C'est la vie. -
