The Dobbs Diner...

theinterchange · Sep 27, 2010

rlk said:
Thanks Douglas. Really an outstanding felt. The felt is in great shape while the sweatband is the opposite. I think its actually a 7-1/4 as the sweatband fits as a snug 7-1/4 or large 7-1/8 but appears to have shrunken slightly from the larger body. Definitely one of my select favorites.

Shame about the sweatband, but a wonderful looking hat! :eusa_clap

Randy

jimmy the lid · Sep 28, 2010

rlk -- incredible find. Congrats! :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

I have always admired Douglas' Cross-Country -- a truly outstanding vintage lid. Nice to see another one pop up. Just beautiful.

Cheers,
JtL

Lefty · Sep 28, 2010

:arated:

Beautiful. :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

CRH · Sep 28, 2010

What a guy to do?

That Cross Country needs to be worn, Robert. Put a new sweat band in it and you can use the old one as a centerpiece to a shrine - or add to any shrines you already may have.

150719541 · Sep 28, 2010

New Dobbs, GLEN COVE

Steel color, warm and confortable ¡¡¡¡
:eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

zetwal · Sep 28, 2010

I think this one might be very well the evil twin. Now, where is Lieutenant Marlena Moreau?

rlk · Sep 28, 2010

zetwal said:
I think this one might be very well the evil twin. Now, where is Lieutenant Marlena Moreau?

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Nice, is this also a "Vacation"?
(interesting obscure Star Trek reference)

hatted · Sep 28, 2010

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(Drool) Can I have this when you're done with it?

DOUGLAS · Sep 28, 2010

Beautiful hat Zetwal, seems to be perfect.

DOUGLAS · Sep 28, 2010

rlk said:
Thanks Douglas. Really an outstanding felt. The felt is in great shape while the sweatband is the opposite. I think its actually a 7-1/4 as the sweatband fits as a snug 7-1/4 or large 7-1/8 but appears to have shrunken slightly from the larger body. Definitely one of my select favorites.

Absolutely no argument about the felt. I'm curious rlk, is the felt really white or is it slightly off? Mine although in the light appears white has a definite yellow cast. A sweat can be replaced. I agree the non reeding affords a bit of give. I would put in a gross grain ribbon instead of leather until you can find suitable replacement. Reeding will add dimension and possibly make the fit less than comfy.

rlk · Sep 28, 2010

DOUGLAS said:
Absolutely no argument about the felt. I'm curious rlk, is the felt really white or is it slightly off? Mine although in the light appears white has a definite yellow cast. A sweat can be replaced. I agree the non reeding affords a bit of give. I would put in a gross grain ribbon instead of leather until you can find suitable replacement. Reeding will add dimension and possibly make the fit less than comfy.

The color is a match to Art Fawcett's Ivory, a warm white(color of old-fashioned cream). I have some unused vintage sweatbands on the way from Germany which may be suitable if they can be successfully attached.

zetwal · Sep 28, 2010

DOUGLAS said:
Zetwal, seems to be perfect.

It was still open and obviously unworn when I got it. I can't see a single blemish or stitch out of place. The sweatband is perfect. It is not the vacation model. It does have the NRA label, etc. It fits just right and I enjoy wearing it.

DOUGLAS · Sep 28, 2010

rlk said:
The color is a match to Art Fawcett's Ivory, a warm white(color of old-fashioned cream). I have some unused vintage sweatbands on the way from Germany which may be suitable if they can be successfully attached.

It seems to be identical to mine other than the side perforations and the "Vacation" designation. Even the block number is the same #105. I really like this particular block. Good luck with the sweat.

rlk · Sep 28, 2010

COLOR

VS Ivory on the left. Dobbs has a good even coating of dirt. Top photo is best to my estimation(slight adjustments). 2 & 4 are the camera's interpretation changed by altering the aspect ratio and slight exterior brightness change. #3 is probably objectively correct hues. Monitors of course vary...

DOUGLAS · Sep 28, 2010

rlk said:
VS Ivory on the left. Dobbs has a good even coating of dirt. Top photo is best to my estimation(slight adjustments). 2 & 4 are the camera's interpretation changed by altering the aspect ratio and slight exterior brightness change. #3 is probably objectively correct hues. Monitors of course vary...

Both are beautiful. The Dobbs is the same color as mine. Art does terrific work. His is a stunner. How soft is the Dobb's crown? Can that crease be popped out to an open crown easily with out any telegraphing? Sorry for the silly questions but I gotta know.

rlk · Sep 29, 2010

DOUGLAS said:
Both are beautiful. The Dobbs is the same color as mine. Art does terrific work. His is a stunner. How soft is the Dobb's crown? Can that crease be popped out to an open crown easily with out any telegraphing? Sorry for the silly questions but I gotta know.

Crown is very soft but it was creased pretty tightly at the top edge. It pops out but there is a bit of usual distortion of the dome and some difference in dirt. I suspect it would smooth out fine with a cleaning.

DOUGLAS · Sep 29, 2010

It is a keeper. Even with the sweatband issue it is terrific.
I'm happy for you.

Phineas Lamour · Oct 1, 2010

Just fished this off of the bay.

Anyone have any ideas on its age?

Brad Bowers · Oct 1, 2010

That's nice example of a mid- to late-'50s Dobbs Homburg you've got there. You said it's your birthday hat? Well, then, Happy Birthday!:eusa_clap

Brad

Phineas Lamour · Oct 2, 2010

Thanks, Brad. My wife's parents gave me $25.00 on paypal and that came in at just under 25 with shipping.

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