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Not as firmly attached against the felt as on the rest of the sweatband, (sides, back) theoretically providing more ventilation under the hat.
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Maclachlan Hats
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Not as firmly attached against the felt as on the rest of the sweatband, (sides, back) theoretically providing more ventilation under the hat.
DaveProc
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1910
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Interesting... I never realized Lee and MacLachlan were one company. I knew they were both in same city. Also interesting that both companies did a lot of private label work as well. Any idea when this was they combined?
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Joe, this was from 1910
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So looks like they had a run as a combined company before they then split back into separate entities. I found this on the lounge....
He formed the S.A.G. Hat Company in 1904, and in 1909 Mr. McLachlan and Frank H. Lee formed a partnership under the name of the Lee-McLachlan Co., which continued until 1914, when the partnership was dissolved and H. McLachlan & Co.,Inc. was incorporated."
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2 ¾” brim and 5 ⅜” open crown:
Beautiful hat, though not a style I have in mind when thinking of MacLachlan for some reason.
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I saw it on ebay! I would've bought it, 'xcept I already have that same shape and color.
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Dang, Dave! Thanks! I envy your research skills
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It has significant moth damage. I don’t think it would have been up to your standards.
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I can overlook moths for a Mac. Sort of like loving a froward son
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I hadn't noticed that!
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Sometimes it is hard to get excited about the next old hat we find. But, sometimes those happy accidents occur that make it all worthwhile. Several weeks ago, and for no other reason than it was Oktoberfest season, if you will, I did a quick search on Tyrolian hats. Assuming I would get thousands of pages of hits for bright green wool costume hats, I was surprised when the very first listing was what appeared to be a very nice, fedora-styled hat (with all the typical Bavarian accoutrements - a rope band, various pins, and the distinctive brush or gamsbart). When I clicked the link, I was then shocked to find this was a Mac Lachlan hat. Wow is right! While a specialty hat, no doubt, I am very pleased with this find.
Crown, 5 1/4 open.
Brim, 2 1/4 overwelt. The twin cord, rope band makes it look more narrow than it actually is. Based on the sellers pictures, I was convinced that it would be a 2 inch brim.
The felt is rough in comparison to the smooth finish most of us are accustomed to with vintage hats. It is, however, good quality and consistent with the Tyrolian style hat, in my opinion. This hat has much more taper than usually suits me, but with the higher crown and shallow crease, I have no issues with the hat riding the top of my head. The color is sage (or moss) - middle green with grey/brown undertones. The hat has no construction issues or damage I can find.
Crown, 5 1/4 open.
Brim, 2 1/4 overwelt. The twin cord, rope band makes it look more narrow than it actually is. Based on the sellers pictures, I was convinced that it would be a 2 inch brim.
The felt is rough in comparison to the smooth finish most of us are accustomed to with vintage hats. It is, however, good quality and consistent with the Tyrolian style hat, in my opinion. This hat has much more taper than usually suits me, but with the higher crown and shallow crease, I have no issues with the hat riding the top of my head. The color is sage (or moss) - middle green with grey/brown undertones. The hat has no construction issues or damage I can find.
They were not the same company. The McLachlan that was with Lee was Harry McLachlan. The MacLachlan company that this thread is for was Harry's brother George. Different company.
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Beaver Twenty:
All around an incredible hat, as often is the case with Mac Lachlan. Extremely dense felt as evidenced with the 135g weight, this hat has a noticeable heft to it. Other features include the felted welt (Cavanagh) edge, Air-Vac venting, and tartan lining which is the cherry on the top. Heckuva hat for $20.
| Crown | 5-9/16" (open) |
| Brim | 2-5/8" with 1/4" felted welt edge |
| Ribbon | 1-11/16" |
| Weight | 135g |
All around an incredible hat, as often is the case with Mac Lachlan. Extremely dense felt as evidenced with the 135g weight, this hat has a noticeable heft to it. Other features include the felted welt (Cavanagh) edge, Air-Vac venting, and tartan lining which is the cherry on the top. Heckuva hat for $20.
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A beauty! I feel like I’ve seen a disproportionate amount of hats from Johnstown on the FL over the years for some reason.
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Antique American Mac Lachlan Top Hat Sterling Silver Advertising Charm in Original Box - Etsy
This Charms item by QuirkyAntiquesStore has 2 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from West Brookfield, MA. Listed on Dec 14, 2023
A little small, but a Mac topper for $40?
Perfect to class up your next game of Monopoly!
