Recent content by nwiniewicz

Just picked up this vintage Champ Milan Straw stingy off eBay. Thinking it’s from the late 50s or early 60s. Curious if it is real straw vs synthetic. I am thinking it may be real straw as it states Champ Milan Imported on the sweat band. Wasn’t necessarily looking for a stingy straw, but...

now y’all can make fun of my rookie attempt at a diamond bash....

Finally pulled the trigger on Moonstone Fed IV. My first attempt at shaping but I think it’s pretty close.

Here's my first tux...from the Bay Looking forward to receiving it. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=260179407279&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT&ih=016 A little British influence never hurt.

I too have purchased a few hats from the Southfield store. Good experience. Not pushy, and they don't mind letting you try on as many as you like so as to find the one that suits you best. Another bonus...their Cellini line (which as far as I can tell is exclusive to them) is made by...

Sorry for such a delayed response, but I received the hat and it is wonderful condition. Great looking hat with the front brim turned down. I have been wearing it over the past week, and will try to post some pix in the near future. BTW, I e-mailed Hatco concerning the vintage of this hat...

Count me in as well. I would vote for a Whippet style as I have not yet been fortunate enough to add one to my collection.

Wow...thanks for all the quick replies. If you guys are right on the age of this hat, I'd be even more excited for it as I am assuming felt quality was a bit better back then. I'll definately post some more pix when I get the hat. If someone does have any info regarding the Wide Country...

Hello everyone, Long time lurker but first time poster. I've found this to be a great place to learn about hat qualiy and has really piqued my interest. Anyways, I know this is not exactly vintage but wanted to see if anyone has had any experience with the Resistol OR imposters. Won it...