Great photos, Rick.
I say go for it. Bowlers are very versatile. Jeans, T shirt, & '80's Levi denim jacket. These are old pics that iv'e posted somewhere before.
You can do this!
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J Williams
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I was considering going for this one but I probably won’t bid. Been on a bit of a tear lately.
Looks like a nice example though.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/254365723400
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Looks like a nice example though.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/254365723400
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Tukwila
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Ha! That's on my watch list, but I'm tapped out and need to save up for my VS custom.
I was actually going to send you a message about 2 ebay Knox bowlers, including this one. That's a great liner. You should at least try an entry level bid to see if you get it.... unless your budget is blown, like me.
That is a very nice looking Knox Bowler. A steal at the current $50: not that it will end there. Bid if you can J, wait if you can't. I know you'll find one eventually.
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J Williams
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I let it by. It did look very nice. Someone grabbed it for the $50.00
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MikeBravo
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I have just the one that does not fit me, however Alphonse loves it.
Tukwila
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The Stetson came today. It's a bit tight, but i like it a lot and I'm getting used to the look.
Tukwila
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That look is definitely you, Doug. Nice find.
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Rmccamey
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I'm barely a junior member of the Homburg nation, dare I try a Bowler? I know nothing of the best vintage brands or quality. Perhaps my friends @Steve1857 @Steinbockhase and @steur can point me in the right direction!
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Mean Eyed Matt
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Arrived today:
J. A. Seidl / Hut-Seidl München - no labels or other information under the sweat
The high-quality lining is glued in place, which leads to the 60's!?
Very good condition - except a small dent I hope to get out - does anyone have any experience?
J. A. Seidl / Hut-Seidl München - no labels or other information under the sweat
The high-quality lining is glued in place, which leads to the 60's!?
Very good condition - except a small dent I hope to get out - does anyone have any experience?
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Hi Randy. You should definitely go for a Bowler. The Manchester hat makers were dab hands at making excellent Bowlers. Not sure how often you come across English made hats in the US, though.
I think that Knox was a bargain at $50. Someone somewhere must be pleased. Stetson made a good Bowler, too.
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TheOldFashioned
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I have a Stetson, Knox, Hurd's (independent house), and a Woodrow (British) and all are fantastic. Do you want something lined or unlined? Vented or non-vented? Avoid anything with a plastic liner tip because these are from the 50s revival period. Try to find one with the non-sewn sweat joint by the rear bow as these are 30s or earlier (speaking for domestic makes).
Derbies/Bowlers are fairly common on eBay, though the condition can vary quite a bit. I'd recommend waiting until you find one in great condition, don't settle for good enough. If you're wanting something a bit more unique once in a blue moon a Stetson nutria homburg will pop up on eBay. As @Steve1857 mentioned, you can often score a bargain for $50 or less.
Steinbockhase
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Arrived today:
J. A. Seidl / Hut-Seidl München - no labels or other information under the sweat
The high-quality lining is glued in place, which leads to the 60's!?
Very good condition - except a small dent I hope to get out - does anyone have any experience?
Really nice bowler.
Especially because it comes from Munich, Germany
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Matt, Now that I look at it again it might be earlier than I thought. The reason being is the outside reed on the sweatband. It's possible this type of sweatband made it into the 1950s but I don't have any other 1950s era German Stiff Felts to compare it with.Arrived today:
J. A. Seidl / Hut-Seidl München - no labels or other information under the sweat
The high-quality lining is glued in place, which leads to the 60's!?
Very good condition - except a small dent I hope to get out - does anyone have any experience?
RetroStyle
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Guilty! I'm loving this bowler. It's flawless and really comfy. I appreciate that none of you gents made me pay more for it than the opening bid. [emoji120]
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Looks great!Guilty! I'm loving this bowler. It's flawless and really comfy. I appreciate that none of you gents made me pay more for it than the opening bid. [emoji120]
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J Williams
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Guilty! I'm loving this bowler. It's flawless and really comfy. I appreciate that none of you gents made me pay more for it than the opening bid. [emoji120]
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Nice! Now that I see it on your head I have a slight pang of envy, but it always makes me happy when a fellow lounger shows up with a nice hat I was eyeballing. Time to find a bowler I guess!
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