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Thanks Michael!
Are we going to get to see more of this and get all the specs in the Gannon thread? I'm trying to be patient, but that hat really checks all the boxes.
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Are we going to get to see more of this and get all the specs in the Gannon thread? I'm trying to be patient, but that hat really checks all the boxes.
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I finally bit on one of those "Promo" non-catalogued Stetsons. It was the three inch brim that did it for me.
It is supposed to be Caribou, but the photos look darker, but it could be the light.
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It is supposed to be Caribou, but the photos look darker, but it could be the light.
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Been busy & inside natural lighting hasn't been great for best pics. I'll get to it soon. Thanks for reminding me.
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Not a hat but rather a Churchill leather hat case. @alanfgag , don’t you have one like this for your Churchill Vicuna?
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Was reading posts from a thread discussion on the differences between an R.M Williams and a basic Akubra Camp Draft. Well, if I recollect, one difference is that the R.M. Williams' brims are un-flanged. Can I wait to see? Nope!! 
But I have no choice! I was fortunate to find one that fits my 7 1/2 inch noggin. In the lyrics of Carly Simon, "Anticipation..." Here now a few pics. I Asked for a few more but only the final two were sent. Heart. Be still!
But I have no choice! I was fortunate to find one that fits my 7 1/2 inch noggin. In the lyrics of Carly Simon, "Anticipation..." Here now a few pics. I Asked for a few more but only the final two were sent. Heart. Be still!Attachments
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I finally bit on one of those "Promo" non-catalogued Stetsons. It was the three inch brim that did it for me.
It is supposed to be Caribou, but the photos look darker, but it could be the light.
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I couldn't resist either!! Pics forthcoming...
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Nice! I have not seen an RM hat in silver belly. Very cool!Was reading posts from a thread discussion on the differences between an R.M Williams and a basic Akubra Camp Draft. Well, if I recollect, one difference is that the R.M. Williams' brims are un-flanged. Can I wait to see? Nope!!
NewJack
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Like D.Handsome, I too bit the bullet and ordered
As stated earlier, like you, bit the bullet and ordered the 'Highman.' Made by Stetson for Miller Brothers Hats. Similar to an OR/Startoliner...I finally bit on one of those "Promo" non-catalogued Stetsons. It was the three inch brim that did it for me.
It is supposed to be Caribou, but the photos look darker, but it could be the light.
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I've always thought the block is/was different too.
An early Akubra Campdraft with a different block, 2 cord ribbon & no brim binding, as purchased LNIB.
The blocks appear to be the same to me.
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Hey Jack, I'd love to see the sweatband and liner on that rare beauty if you get a chance!I've always thought the block is/was different too.
An early Akubra Campdraft with a different block, 2 cord ribbon & no brim binding, as purchased LNIB.
The blocks appear to be the same to me.
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Rick, I remember you have some R.M. WIlliams so I'm sure you wanted to see the sweat & liner from NewJacks new hat. Mine is Imperial grade & the sweat & liner are the same as currently being used.
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Finally pulled the trigger and I'm anxiously awaiting the arrival of my Heritage Campdraft in Moonstone.
I haven't been able to try on the Moonstone color in any retail locations, and I have been eyeing gray hats as well as Campdrafts. (My favorite jacket is a grey color that seems similar...so I'm hoping for good things.)
I love brown hats, but since I already have a dark Chocolate Open Road 6x and another lighter chocolate 4" brimmed cattleman, I didn't want to get ANOTHER chocolate-esque hat.
I'm pretty fair as far as complexion, so the Moonstone was a slight gamble for me. If I don't really love it, I might sell it here and order a Taupe Fawn color. Hopefully I won't lose too much $$$ on the gamble.
I haven't been able to try on the Moonstone color in any retail locations, and I have been eyeing gray hats as well as Campdrafts. (My favorite jacket is a grey color that seems similar...so I'm hoping for good things.)
I love brown hats, but since I already have a dark Chocolate Open Road 6x and another lighter chocolate 4" brimmed cattleman, I didn't want to get ANOTHER chocolate-esque hat.
I'm pretty fair as far as complexion, so the Moonstone was a slight gamble for me. If I don't really love it, I might sell it here and order a Taupe Fawn color. Hopefully I won't lose too much $$$ on the gamble.
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Under cool natural light Moonstone tends to photograph with a nice blue/gray tint. Same with any low light/incandescent situation. Under bright natural light it photographs more of a medium gray. Some variations:
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Yes, when I order one of these, Moonstone will be my go-to.
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Interesting. I've had the opposite experience--brighter light tends to bring out the bluish hue, but in lower/subdued lighting it looks like a simple mid-gray.
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Hurricane Jack, you didn't per chance get that pipe on e-bay did you ?
NewJack
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Thanks! Me too! As soon as it arrives, I will share, indeed!!
NewJack
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I've always thought the block is/was different too.
An early Akubra Campdraft with a different block, 2 cord ribbon & no brim binding, as purchased LNIB.
The blocks appear to be the same to me.
I sincerely hope so! As yours is a dandy!! This anticipation is well...Killing me!
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No, it's a Diebel Bench Made squached Bulldog I bought from Fred in the 70's. Did you have one like it?
