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Nice. Looks a far better hat than the modern output

I do like that bowler!

It's beautiful felt. I asked for this one to be bashed to a 4.25" front height unlike the 4.5-4.75" that is more common for Indy hats. It looks far better with my face shape than a taller hat I think

Thanks. He's talking about Steele and Jones Herbert Johnson project. It's designed to be a close copy of a 1980 (raiders of the lost Ark era) HJ, right down to the liner

DJH, it's a great hat. I've had quite a few indy hats over the years and this is my favourite. The only thing that's 'wrong' is the ribbon is a little too brown compared to the correct colour. It's only apparent if you stick it side by side with my AB. The felt colour is lovely. Has a real...

Great Herbert Johnson replica from Steele and Jones

I guess he's one of those guys who doesn't like having uncomfortable conversations? I don't agree with his business decisions but he's an honest guy. His health situation is just dreadful to hear and it makes me glad that we don't have that ruinous system of 'care' here.

Capelli Grandiose

Yes, it mentioned this on the BBC. I think his mother was Jons mothers sister? Is it only Ian Lavinder left from Dads Army now??

The Thin Man Goes Home opens on a packed train too I think? Great films

I ordered from Steve a couple of years ago. He said six weeks and I think I had it in seven. Fingers crossed for you. The Fed IV is a very tough hat and as suggested above you should get it in three weeks. Personally in the conditions you're talking about I'd go for a fed IV rather than...

Campion again... The most neglected, brilliant tv detective series. Gorgeous clothes too....

I like it Darrell!

Beautiful. I want!!

Yes sorry... That's autocomplete for you. It's a fantastically soft felt. Far better than any modern hat I own in that regard