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Western, anyone?
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Desert dog
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I picked up this 5X Stetson several weeks ago. I like the cattleman crease fine with the shallow mule kicks front and back, the upturned sides.... but I just couldn't get used to the front brim. So I hit it with LOTS of steam to get that shellacked brim to let go a bit, and formed it down in front a bit. I like it better.
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That is very nice! I think the brim is perfect. The color is a nice shade of silver belly, it doesn't even make your beard glowI picked up this 5X Stetson several weeks ago. I like the cattleman crease fine with the shallow mule kicks front and back, the upturned sides.... but I just couldn't get used to the front brim. So I hit it with LOTS of steam to get that shellacked brim to let go a bit, and formed it down in front a bit. I like it better.
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That's bossI picked up this 5X Stetson several weeks ago. I like the cattleman crease fine with the shallow mule kicks front and back, the upturned sides.... but I just couldn't get used to the front brim. So I hit it with LOTS of steam to get that shellacked brim to let go a bit, and formed it down in front a bit. I like it better.
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Thanks! My beard has been glowing a lot lately! True story.
FYI for anyone wanting to change the crease on a real stiff brim. Don't force it. You could literally crack the felt. Keep applying hot steam and it will eventually let go so you can mold it the way you want. Keep steam away from the sweatband, too. This was a major piece of work as far as steam and the crease goes. I wish the brim on this was as malleable as the crown.
Thanks Karl!
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Keep a white beard clean so it doesn't turn dingy looking & it will really glow under fluorescent lights.
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Thanks buddy. I really appreciate that.
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Wearing my Worth - Walden 15X today.
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That one is a real beauty! I like the brim curl. Perfect dimensions and crease.
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Thanks DD! Specs are a 6" crown raking down to 4" in front. Full brim is 3-1/8" finishing to 3" front & back after pencil roll, 2-1/2" with more roll on the sides. The model is the "Deluxe Westerner".
That one makes me go Damn!, every time I see it.
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Have you put a piece of masking tape with my name on it inside? You know ... just in case (no hurry).
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Thanks BB. I met with my Tax Adviser this morning & dropped off 3rd qtr records. He looked at my hat & said, "You're making too much money." (He always says that when he wants to raise his fees). I looked at his new crisp suit & replied, "Look who's talkin'."
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LOL!Have you put a piece of masking tape with my name on it inside? You know ... just in case (no hurry).
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Bob, I put you in the Will for the Rasta Beanie.Have you put a piece of masking tape with my name on it inside? You know ... just in case (no hurry).
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You're the best Jack...
