I picked up a bowler hat yesterday in a garagesale for 10 euro. Aquila Beste deutsche Marke on the sweatband. The sweat also mention "Stammhaus Guben" (right side) and SHG (left side). Certainly German make therefore and pre-war. Interesting piece and very comfy. But alas what I thought was dirt and dust appeared to be moth damage. So it bears battle scars on the back of the crown and the underside of the brim. For that price who's complaining?
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I agree on both counts. Initially I thought the plain black band that came with it was a little boring, but I've grown to like the look and put it back on recently. I haven't done any major re-shaping to mine, but I was surprised by how easy it was to do what I wanted. I've never owned a proper Panama or fine weave straw hat, but based on what I've read here I don't think they respond as well to being soaked in a sink full of water.
I really like it Steur. If I were ever to get a proper bowler I think I'd want one that was a little rough so I wouldn't worry about whether it might get damaged. Besides, around here I think I'd look a bit silly in a bowler anyway so one with that kind of character might be more "acceptable".
That is very beautiful! WOW!
Nice. With warmer weather coming this looks like a real winner! Wondering if Sunbody is still making that model hat?SunBody Fedora in Oak with a “2 1/2 inch” brim:
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I just bought it. One 2 Mini Ranch had them on sale with free shipping! They are less than buying them directly from SunBody and we get to support @Monavillecowboy
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Hey thanks! I am shocked by how much I love it. I’ve collected a few great hats in a fairly short period of time. I like wearing them but still have felt like I’m trying to “live up” to them. Wearing this hat feels like home... if you know what I mean.
Thank you. Much appreciated and I find that over time I worry less about the character that comes with some of the hats. I admit that although I have several bowler hats I never actually wear them (other than trying them out). I'm already "that guy in the hat" over here, which doesn't bother me at all, but wearing a bowler might be pushing it. But who knows? Took me a while to start wearing homburgs too.I agree on both counts. Initially I thought the plain black band that came with it was a little boring, but I've grown to like the look and put it back on recently. I haven't done any major re-shaping to mine, but I was surprised by how easy it was to do what I wanted. I've never owned a proper Panama or fine weave straw hat, but based on what I've read here I don't think they respond as well to being soaked in a sink full of water.
I really like it Steur. If I were ever to get a proper bowler I think I'd want one that was a little rough so I wouldn't worry about whether it might get damaged. Besides, around here I think I'd look a bit silly in a bowler anyway so one with that kind of character might be more "acceptable".
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If by "huge" you're referring to size and how it fits, just keep wearing it and it will shrink down. If you're referring to how it looks on you, just keep wearing it and you'll get used to it.
If by "huge" you're referring to size and how it fits, just keep wearing it and it will shrink down. If you're referring to how it looks on you, just keep wearing it and you'll get used to it.
Thanks Z! I'm trusting the sizing. I thought with a cattleman' crease I could really reduce the appearance of a really tall crown. I'll sport it for a while and see what I think. If I'm still bashful, I'll rebash.
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Hey Been:Thanks Z! I'm trusting the sizing. I thought with a cattleman' crease I could really reduce the appearance of a really tall crown. I'll sport it for a while and see what I think. If I'm still bashful, I'll rebash.
If it makes you feel any better your hat does not look huge on you at all. It looks quite proportional and you wear it well. It’s a nice hat. You will get used to it in no time like we all did.
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Thanks Abba, for the encouragement.
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Looks good. Have you tried it with the front of the brim snapped down?
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I've not snapped it down yet. I thought I'd take a stab at the LBJ OR look first.
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LBJ was a singularly unattractive man, but I admire those who can pull off that hat style. @desertdog has a cattleman’s creased Campdraft that made me think hard about giving it a try. After a while I guy can get bored of teardrops and diamonds.
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JMO but by setting the center crease so deep (to reduce height?) you have brought taper into the crown, making it look taller. If you like the center crease deep as it is then enlongate the side pinches more to the front which will round the look of the crown. Just keep working with it & you'll get it to where you want it.Thanks Z! I'm trusting the sizing. I thought with a cattleman' crease I could really reduce the appearance of a really tall crown. I'll sport it for a while and see what I think. If I'm still bashful, I'll rebash.
I wanted more of the brick look & my TFCD came out fine.
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Ain't that somethin'.
Thanks Jack. Your hat looks sharp! I think you’re right. With the depth of the center crease I’ve also lost some depth in the side dents. I’ll tinker with it some more and share again!
Thanks again. Next time I’ll reference Gutzon Borglum to the OR?
