The 50s Stratoliner from illinois arrived, and it is as described, which only pointed out some small marks that might be stains. I opened the crown first to see if had the image of the crease it wore, and the classic OR cattleman was only mildly evident. A little wear on the reed ribbon, but the lining and leather look very good. Putting it on my head caused a bit of creaking though, so that can wait until I work on moisturizing the leather and the thread.
Very nice, Scott. Congrats!I've been on a roll here lately. I have to give a assist to @BobHufford for locating this beautiful 1950's 3X Open Road. The felt on this hat is amazing. Not a blemish on this hat and the SB is pristine. Thanks Bob.
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Looks good in this pic. Nice get.The 50s Stratoliner from illinois arrived, and it is as described, which only pointed out some small marks that might be stains. I opened the crown first to see if had the image of the crease it wore, and the classic OR cattleman was only mildly evident. A little wear on the reed ribbon, but the lining and leather look very good. Putting it on my head caused a bit of creaking though, so that can wait until I work on moisturizing the leather and the thread.
Behind me in the picture is something else that might require a little explaining.
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That is one fun looking modern boater, Stefan.
Thanks, Steve. It was meant to be I guess.
That's a fantastic hat for that very 'everyman' look.
Thanks Stefan.
Wait til you see me wearing it [emoji6]
Nice, Georg. The hat benefits from the narrower ribbon, I think.
Thanks, Ryan. My feelings exactly!
Not many fans of boaters, but plenty who like the look. Again, I can feel a boater revival coming [emoji4]
