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Most Soft Felt Dress hats from that time period had a similar look to a Homburg (a European form). The hat in the photo has a Homburg like flange but the front of the brim was tweaked mostly likely by the wearer.
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Homburg Nation
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M Hatman
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I noticed the pictures posted of my Homburg want to be look like it has a teardrop crease, it does not. It is a tight deep center dent with the front dents. I have tried a couple of more pictures to show....the light does funny things sometimes. I must also say the other pictures were from the person I bought it from...so perhaps they had creased it that way.....did not arrive like that though and the center dent is DEEP which does do strange things with the light.....
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Whoa! Happy to see it want to a very happy home! Njoy!!
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This is the great Cavanagh that NewJack mailed to me. We learned after the sale that we're both here on the FL. Practically mint, this one, and at 7-3/8 LO it fits like a glove.
Looks great on you, sir!! Distinguished indeed!!
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I mentioned elsewhere that I had a second Leon Drexler hat by Stephen Temkin, which I think might belong in this thread.
The hat is a custom, rather than from his portfolio, black homburg in his Venetian finish with a black silk ribbon and edge binding on a curled brim.
This is a very special and somewhat imposing hat that I intend to wear only for very rare occasions. It goes very nicely with a tuxedo.
The Venetian finish gives it a lovely sheen and the curl of the brim is quite pronounced. The object next to the hat is a buffing pad that came with the hat. I am told that the finish is achieved by infusing the felt with lanolin. The buffing pad is filled with lanolin-infused wool, so when heated, it can be used to 'polish' the hat. (Larger version here)
As seen from above. (Larger version here)
Seen from the front. (Larger version here)
As seen from the side. The half-bow was the hatters suggestion as something in keeping with the understated minimalism of black tie. I approved of the idea for that and because it added a subtle distinction to the hat, which I always like to do. (Larger version here)
As seen from the rear. (Larger version here)
As seen from the right side. (Larger version here)
As seen from below. (Larger version here)
In all of those pictures, it is sitting on the box that it was sent in. When stored it's wrapped in plastic and the crown is protected by a foam buffer.
I haven't worn it much, but that's all right. It would lose some sense of its character if I wore it more than once or twice a year, if that often.
The hat is a custom, rather than from his portfolio, black homburg in his Venetian finish with a black silk ribbon and edge binding on a curled brim.
This is a very special and somewhat imposing hat that I intend to wear only for very rare occasions. It goes very nicely with a tuxedo.
The Venetian finish gives it a lovely sheen and the curl of the brim is quite pronounced. The object next to the hat is a buffing pad that came with the hat. I am told that the finish is achieved by infusing the felt with lanolin. The buffing pad is filled with lanolin-infused wool, so when heated, it can be used to 'polish' the hat. (Larger version here)
As seen from above. (Larger version here)
Seen from the front. (Larger version here)
As seen from the side. The half-bow was the hatters suggestion as something in keeping with the understated minimalism of black tie. I approved of the idea for that and because it added a subtle distinction to the hat, which I always like to do. (Larger version here)
As seen from the rear. (Larger version here)
As seen from the right side. (Larger version here)
As seen from below. (Larger version here)
In all of those pictures, it is sitting on the box that it was sent in. When stored it's wrapped in plastic and the crown is protected by a foam buffer.
I haven't worn it much, but that's all right. It would lose some sense of its character if I wore it more than once or twice a year, if that often.
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A good hat is just a cover, whereas a Great Hat, is a Statement.
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I mentioned elsewhere that I had a second Leon Drexler hat by Stephen Temkin, which I think might belong in this thread.
The hat is a custom, rather than from his portfolio, black homburg in his Venetian finish with a black silk ribbon and edge binding on a curled brim.
This is a very special and somewhat imposing hat that I intend to wear only for very rare occasions. It goes very nicely with a tuxedo.
It is well known that I am a lover of soft dress hats or even homburg or one of the names used in Europe to define this type of hats.
This Drexler Venetian finish is GORGEOUS.
I thank you for publishing the pictures and thanks for the Stroller too
I have already mentioned that this Hatter, Leon Drexler, is one of my favorites.
After seeing his creations I'm even more convinced
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This beautiful hat absolutely GLOWS! Well worth his extra premium!I mentioned elsewhere that I had a second Leon Drexler hat by Stephen Temkin, which I think might belong in this thread.
The hat is a custom, rather than from his portfolio, black homburg in his Venetian finish with a black silk ribbon and edge binding on a curled brim.
This is a very special and somewhat imposing hat that I intend to wear only for very rare occasions. It goes very nicely with a tuxedo.
The Venetian finish gives it a lovely sheen and the curl of the brim is quite pronounced. The object next to the hat is a buffing pad that came with the hat. I am told that the finish is achieved by infusing the felt with lanolin. The buffing pad is filled with lanolin-infused wool, so when heated, it can be used to 'polish' the hat. (Larger version here)
As seen from above. (Larger version here)
Seen from the front. (Larger version here)
As seen from the side. The half-bow was the hatters suggestion as something in keeping with the understated minimalism of black tie. I approved of the idea for that and because it added a subtle distinction to the hat, which I always like to do. (Larger version here)
As seen from the rear. (Larger version here)
As seen from the right side. (Larger version here)
As seen from below. (Larger version here)
In all of those pictures, it is sitting on the box that it was sent in. When stored it's wrapped in plastic and the crown is protected by a foam buffer.
I haven't worn it much, but that's all right. It would lose some sense of its character if I wore it more than once or twice a year, if that often.
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I mentioned elsewhere that I had a second Leon Drexler hat by Stephen Temkin, which I think might belong in this thread.
The hat is a custom, rather than from his portfolio, black homburg in his Venetian finish with a black silk ribbon and edge binding on a curled brim.
This is a very special and somewhat imposing hat that I intend to wear only for very rare occasions. It goes very nicely with a tuxedo.
The Venetian finish gives it a lovely sheen and the curl of the brim is quite pronounced. The object next to the hat is a buffing pad that came with the hat. I am told that the finish is achieved by infusing the felt with lanolin. The buffing pad is filled with lanolin-infused wool, so when heated, it can be used to 'polish' the hat. (Larger version here)
As seen from above. (Larger version here)
Seen from the front. (Larger version here)
As seen from the side. The half-bow was the hatters suggestion as something in keeping with the understated minimalism of black tie. I approved of the idea for that and because it added a subtle distinction to the hat, which I always like to do. (Larger version here)
As seen from the rear. (Larger version here)
As seen from the right side. (Larger version here)
As seen from below. (Larger version here)
In all of those pictures, it is sitting on the box that it was sent in. When stored it's wrapped in plastic and the crown is protected by a foam buffer.
I haven't worn it much, but that's all right. It would lose some sense of its character if I wore it more than once or twice a year, if that often.
A very special hat indeed! Enjoy and thank you for sharing!
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Yeah, that Homburg's in a class all it's own. Fabulous!I mentioned elsewhere that I had a second Leon Drexler hat by Stephen Temkin, which I think might belong in this thread.
The hat is a custom, rather than from his portfolio, black homburg in his Venetian finish with a black silk ribbon and edge binding on a curled brim.
This is a very special and somewhat imposing hat that I intend to wear only for very rare occasions. It goes very nicely with a tuxedo.
The Venetian finish gives it a lovely sheen and the curl of the brim is quite pronounced. The object next to the hat is a buffing pad that came with the hat. I am told that the finish is achieved by infusing the felt with lanolin. The buffing pad is filled with lanolin-infused wool, so when heated, it can be used to 'polish' the hat. (Larger version here)
As seen from above. (Larger version here)
Seen from the front. (Larger version here)
As seen from the side. The half-bow was the hatters suggestion as something in keeping with the understated minimalism of black tie. I approved of the idea for that and because it added a subtle distinction to the hat, which I always like to do. (Larger version here)
As seen from the rear. (Larger version here)
As seen from the right side. (Larger version here)
As seen from below. (Larger version here)
In all of those pictures, it is sitting on the box that it was sent in. When stored it's wrapped in plastic and the crown is protected by a foam buffer.
I haven't worn it much, but that's all right. It would lose some sense of its character if I wore it more than once or twice a year, if that often.
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This is one special Stetson Homburg. I love when a hat tells a story. Made in England - Cool. I am curious as to what manufacturing facility had the license?
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Ok, here is my latest! An actual Homburg (with taped curled brim) as opposed to the "Lord's hat" in the same style with raw edge (of which I own 2). This is my first proper Homburg. I THINK from the 40's but perhaps you can let me know. Any information on dating this beauty will be MUCH appreciated. GREAT condition, not a flaw in the felt or ribbon/bound edge anywhere! And it is in a great shade of BROWN!!
It does have a wide 1 7/8 taped brown sweat. Only the retailers name is debossed in gold. As usual for these older hats much color has flaked off of the reed. While the lining is in great condition much of the gold leaf has come off. Crest has the stars. WIDE brim of over 2 inches to the curl. Crown is 5 inches to the dent (6" open crown). Overall a really great large imposing hat I am pleased to have, and I can now wear (it was sold as a 7 1/2 but is really a 7 3/4 as the blocking label reveals.....so after a bit of foam shimming....). It came with only the center dent so I just HAD to put in a pinch.........
Cheers,
M
It does have a wide 1 7/8 taped brown sweat. Only the retailers name is debossed in gold. As usual for these older hats much color has flaked off of the reed. While the lining is in great condition much of the gold leaf has come off. Crest has the stars. WIDE brim of over 2 inches to the curl. Crown is 5 inches to the dent (6" open crown). Overall a really great large imposing hat I am pleased to have, and I can now wear (it was sold as a 7 1/2 but is really a 7 3/4 as the blocking label reveals.....so after a bit of foam shimming....). It came with only the center dent so I just HAD to put in a pinch.........
Cheers,
M
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Good get, Hatman!
Sent directly from my mind to yours.
Sent directly from my mind to yours.
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Thanks!!! I am really pleased with this score! AND this will get some headtime!
M
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Nice! My guess is '50's based on the Imperial nomenclature, the sweat reeding, and the liner. Easiest way to tell is from the size tag, which appears to be missing. Anyone else have any thoughts?
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Actually, based off the tags inside I'm now pretty certain this is early '50's... You have a closer picture?
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Size tag is missing......only blocking tag present......it is labeled a "Royal Deluxe" no referance to "Imperial ". It has No liner protection and has stars in the crest.....I really get confused over the change over to maple leaf from the stars and the liner crown protection. The crest was evidently heavily gold embossed.
M
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