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I would never try to imitate a man that great. We would all pale in comparison. My attire is that of a civilian, however, not too dissimilar from Naval Undress. While Regency inspired, I intentionally modernized the trousers & coat with classic menswear innovations of the past 140 years.

I took a tour on 19th, 18th, and 16th century vessels today. Then went to smoke a cigar at a Pipe Musuem in Old Town, and a drink at the pub. I wore my Bicorne I made from 50% Beaver and 50% Nutria, felted by Winchester Hat Corp. I will make a 100% beaver bicorne next with a taller "Fan" from...

I am trying to figure out why I said 20 years, or what I was making reference to. As to now, I can't figure out the logic or context to that response.

Here is a picture of a hat I blocked properly and the brim done evenly. No quick rush. Color is bespoke and not a stock color.

Hello, I just wanted to clarify to provide accuracy to some comments. That color Bill has is a pure blue Fepsa stock color and was made for me specifically so I could change the type of blue I was using in my signature colors such as the fully bespoke Fepsa blue-grey felts. I have to provide...

My favorite bespoke top hat and the hat I use most often.

My bespoke beaver top hat I designed and was made by John McMicking.

I admire the glory of your satorial splendor. Absolutely exquisite.

Hello TheDane, the fur used is the same fur used on Optimo's 1000 range. I have yet to aqquire a conformature. In my opinion about the quality of dress hat weights the Fepsa beaver felt is vastly superior to Winchester. Also, from seeing Winchester felts for over a decade Fepsa has much better...

Price $400

Here is a 100% Pure Beaver Belly Fur Fedora (All Handmade)from my personal collection. It is gently worn in good condition. It was blocked in the fullest (custom made) block symbolic of the elegance and formality of the 1930's. I am asking for $400 since it is preowned and not in brand new...

What is the shoulder width of this gentleman's suit?

Thank you Gentlemen.

I have, as well as an Austrian Prince, that I have been trying to find the picture again on the Internet that was posted a few months ago.