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Moth Damage Repair
Great work Michael, awesome mending! If you guys don't mind though, I would like to give a word of caution. A felting needle is a cool tool and because Michaels hat is a long hair, the felting is looser and more accepting of this style of treatment. But be wary of using a felting needle on a... -
Post New Hats Here!
The edge treatment sure peaks my interest. Is it a filled welt, or it the felt flipped over the brim edge like a ribbon? -
the cedar moth myth
I'm with Art on this one, biggest fear in the shop for sure! I am currently using a Dyna-Trap uv bug catcher that I turn on every night in my shop. It's not a bug zapper, but a uv light with a fan that sucks them in. I haven't had any moth problems(knock on wood) and it does end up with wings... -
Join "The Fray"
No one ever seems to point out the hand sewn sweatbands in these...So I will. :) Hey look at that awesome hand sewn in sweatband!! Old school is the best school! -
Pre- 1940s Stetson dress hats.
Damn you Alan! Now I know what I am going to make myself the next time I get a chance -
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German & Austrian Hutmachers
MMM, I can taste the mercury in that one from here. -
Photos of hatters tools
Good guess Chicago, but it is more likely the matching counterpart to a crown mold, like a tipper. It might not be for a mens hat at all. These are often seen with millinery blocks. Picture a Telescope type crown, the felt is steamed, blocked and roped down. This piece then fits into the top... -
Moth Damage Repair
I like your answer Fruno! :D Beware the secret messages ;) Kmbrady: The real answer goes back to the fact that the inside more times than not, is not finished completely. So it wouldn't matter. There is no direction to the nap on the inside of the crown. The direction comes from the finishing... -
Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
I'll be right over, I just have to make one stop along the way. -
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Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
You bet Art. If I were just a hair closer, I would be happy to help. Well, as long as I don't have to paint ;) -
Moth Damage Repair
Flipping can sometimes be an option, but you will have a few things to contend with. One: a great portion of hats have not been finished on the inside of the crown. So you will probably have to address that. Two: Depending on the age or era of the hat, chances are that the inside is not the... -
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The School of Hard Knox
Why do I get the feeling that I'll start getting calls about this as well Alan? ;) Superb lid!! -
Vintage Silhouettes Custom Hats - Official Affiliate Thread
Best of luck in the move Art! I look forward to hearing how the new shop turns out. -
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ADAM ALLEY
Mine is a Stylepark from the thirties that we believe someone may have trimmed the brim on. I had kept a photo of this hat in my collection for some time and have even offered it as a custom option for a few years(not a lot of takers though). Then one day Garret(an old member here) showed up at... -
German & Austrian Hutmachers
Yep that bow is going to cause some inspiration Steve! -
Post New Hats Here!
That boater ribbon certainly gives me some ideas ;) -
How Old is This Top Hat?
Sorry Aoeu, but I am with Fruno and Mayser. All the details of this hat indicate it to be an inexpensive dress hat made in the modern era. As for Fruno and Mayers reputation here o the Lounge, they receive top marks. Both have extensive collections and knowledge. Meyserweneger is one of our...
