Recent content by Richard Fellows

Thanks Alan. The bowler was in a hatbox mark with my Great Grandmothers initials and I was told it was her husbands, my Great Grandfather’s hat. It is very possible it belonged to her since she lived to 1951. They were high society in Chester Illinois in the 1800’s so it’s not too far of a...

Thanks Daniel. The felt is in 100% perfect condition since it’s been in a hat box all these years. I appreciate your help.

Hi all Loungers, is there a problem with my request for help identifying the date made and felt type? Lots of you looked, but I've had no replies. This was my 1st post here so if I did something incorrect please let me know.

I have a 1930-32 Royal Stetson Bowler. No mention of felt type on headband. What type of felt would this be? Rabbit, Beaver or blend? Is it a good quality Stetson felt?

New member. I was given my GreatGrandfathers hat who died in 1933. I’ve read all of this and other threads on dating vintage Stetsons. Can someone verify or correct my assumption that it is an early 1930 Derby? Also, what would the felt be made of, there are no X’s or mention of Beaver. Thanks...