The Dobbs Diner...

[bowlerman]

Josh, that vented derby is awesome! I like your illuminated vents photo too. Don't you have a Mallory from a similar era? Do you like the Dobbs more?

 

[Joshbru3]

Josh, that vented derby is awesome! I like your illuminated vents photo too. Don't you have a Mallory from a similar era? Do you like the Dobbs more?

Thanks, bowlerman! I have a couple of Mallory fedoras from the early 30's, but unfortunately no derbys yet. I really want one though. Mallory had some beautiful liners, sweatbands, and size tags from this era. I've actually never had an early Dobbs derby before, but I can tell you that it is such a finely made hat. Even the slight slant on the ribbon is a great touch. I would most definitely recommend one.

 

[alanfgag]

Great find! Now I kind of wish I had bid on it.
:eusa_clap:eusa_clap:eusa_clap:eusa_clap

Thanks Josh. I think that makes 2 princes that you've helped get me into! 8^D

 

[Joshbru3]

Thanks Josh. I think that makes 2 princes that you've helped get me into! 8^D

LOL. Well, size 7 noggins gotta stick together.

 

[alanfgag]

I'm watching for that 6" high montecristi as we speak... it'll show.

 

[Tatude]

Wanted to know if anyone had any info on this hat I just got. Tag says Niles color Dawn. Great hat just would like to know a bit more.

 

[randooch]

I think it'd look great on the gal in the poster.

 

[Tatude]

Didn't mean for that to get in background took quick photo. It is Bettie Page tho. She could have pulled it off.

 

[hatophile]

It is Bettie Page tho. She could have pulled it off.

Pun intended?

 

[Brad Bowers]

Wanted to know if anyone had any info on this hat I just got. Tag says Niles color Dawn. Great hat just would like to know a bit more.

Don't know too much to tell you. It's a modern hat, '70s, '80s, maybe even '90s.
Enjoy it!

Brad

 

[The Wiser Hatter]

New World Hatters, Chicago

 

[Tatude]

Don't know too much to tell you. It's a modern hat, '70s, '80s, maybe even '90s.
Enjoy it!

Brad

Thanks. Wasn't sure how old the hat was. I have several new Dobbs and it seems to be better made than those.

 

[wandering-trader]

My first hat here: http://picasaweb.google.com/frivsport9/Hats
Paid $35 including shipping.

Couldn't get a good liner tag pic, but the tag states:
"REG A 70865 428 7 1/8"
"oval to duplicate block size"

liner is sewn in with white thread, sweatband is leather.
2" overwelt brim, velour finish fur felt.

What approximate year was this hat made?

Thanks in advance.

 

[The Wiser Hatter]

Here's a picture of the Hat.

 

[Brad Bowers]

What approximate year was this hat made?

Mid-Sixties up to 1972.

Brad

 

[davidraphael]

My oldest fedora to date. Lightweight, mocha heather finish felt easily dry creased. Purchased from the original owner's grandson via the 'Bay. Already one of my favorites.


Crown: 6" open. 5-1/4" as I have it currently creased.
Ribbon: 1-3/4".
Brim: 2-1/4", with raw edge.
Sweatband: 2-1/8".

That hat is just perfect! an absolute dream! I find it very difficult to find Dobbs, in fact any vintage US Fedoras, in Europe. Even most ebay auctions won't ship outside the US and Canada....

I WANT IT!!!!! LOL

 

[delectans]

That hat is just perfect! an absolute dream! I find it very difficult to find Dobbs, in fact any vintage US Fedoras, in Europe. Even most ebay auctions won't ship outside the US and Canada....

I WANT IT!!!!! LOL

Thank you for the kind words, David!

I completely understand your frustration in sourcing vintage American fedoras, as we have the same difficulty buying vintage hats from the Continent and Great Britain. If you ever find hats stateside that you wish to purchase, feel free to contact me and I would be more than happy to help in the transaction.

 

[davidraphael]

That is very kind of you, indeed!
Thank you very, very much for the generous offer.

 

[HatsEnough]

Even most ebay auctions won't ship outside the US and Canada....

The big reasons for that is stupid forms to fill out and high cost of shipping. Inside the US is it about $12 to ship a hat. Outside it costs a normal guy up to $40 to ship it. It's just not worth the costs.

 

[Dinerman]

Here's one for you, Brad. Check out the saturated teal color on the shots of the sweatband. Looks like the topside of the hat faded.