Thanks, FedOregon! The Akubra Rough Rider comes with a huge, pre-shaped brim. Ironed it flat, measured it to about 3.2", cut it down, then spent quite a while with the steam kettle getting the brim curl and dip just right. I'd already found the correct basket-weave band at the local western-wear store (also on eBay). It's a nice light (color and weight) hat.
Sweet Rodolfo, it looks so light and airy. Puppy Photo Bomb, priceless.Mexican Morcon Hats Panama
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Thanks Rodolfo. That is a great looking Panama you're wearing today. I'm hoping for a few more weeks of felt weather here before the straw season kicks in.
Unusual brand, and a great looking refurb. Love the ribbon.Barclay refurb for a few cold ones with some friends.
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Great look Wes. How lightweight is that Stetson? I have one similar that is a whisper of a hat, but did not have a model name, just Royale Deluxe. Does this one have an interesting name?
No name, just Stetson Sovereign. It's lined, but if it werent, it'd be a feather.
Thanks Fed!
Thanks Red! It has a very nice feel to it, and the stitched brim is the bee's knees!
Dunno how you did that crease, but I like it!As I was listening to Miles Davis this morning
and feeling Jazzy, I reached for my Dobbs in chocolate brown that I creased myself.
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