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Hornskov Hats - custom Danish hatter

Daniele Tanto

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What cons do you see by Hornskov hats if i may ask?
Marcel, It is difficult to say what are the cons of hats seen only in photography. You can judge a hat by holding it, wearing it and having others to compare it with. As for the felt I belong to the old school: no Italian and I think European felt manufacturer would have never told you what the components used to make that felt were. It was the secret, like the coloring, more well preserved in the production of hats.
Here we can open an infinite chapter on the production of felt;)
 

PanosChris

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I will come back with that Marcel when I am back home.

Daniele is right though. Everything we say here about pros/cons etc is at least subjective and based among others on personal experience, preferences and knowledge to say some :)


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daizawaguy

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I came across Hornskov here on the forum, and was attracted by the originality and quality of their work. I had a look at their site and after some email correspondence decided to pull the trigger. They responded in detail very quickly and the free international postage on offer was an additional reason to try them out. I could not be more pleased - the rabbit felt chosen (the very last of their Navy) is superb - the beaver of course has to be better; the lining is original; and the overall finish excellent.

Strongly recommend - superb work, service and great quality hat.
 

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johnnycanuck

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I came across Hornskov here on the forum, and was attracted by the originality and quality of their work. I had a look at their site and after some email correspondence decided to pull the trigger. They responded in detail very quickly and the free international postage on offer was an additional reason to try them out. I could not be more pleased - the rabbit felt chosen (the very last of their Navy) is superb - the beaver of course has to be better; the lining is original; and the overall finish excellent.

Strongly recommend - superb work, service and great quality hat.
Very nice hat. Stingy, looks very James Spader/blacklist. I like it. Any headshots yet? Can you compare this hat to other North American hatters? Art Fawcett?
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Wear it in good health
 

daizawaguy

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Very nice hat. Stingy, looks very James Spader/blacklist. I like it. Any headshots yet? Can you compare this hat to other North American hatters? Art Fawcett?
Johnny
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Thanks! This is their Modern Center dent, and they also have a classic center crease which has a taller crown with straighter sides, although I`d have to classify mine with quite a classic tallish crown, with pretty straight sides. Details of dimensions on their website.

https://www.hornskovkobenhavn.com

Always difficult to compare hatters - you would have to see their site for their own style - but in terms of finish - quality of liner is superb, (stitched in), ribbon work is very well done, and all in all I would rate this very highly. See their Instagram too for their house style and variations.

I particularly like their thinner leather band which makes the hat less heavy if that makes sense, the original lining, free international postage, and the variation of their style.

https://www.instagram.com/hornskovhats/?hl=en
 
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Thanks! This is their Modern Center dent, and they also have a classic center crease which has a taller crown with straighter sides, although I`d have to classify mine with quite a classic tallish crown, with pretty straight sides. Details of dimensions on their website.

https://www.hornskovkobenhavn.com

Always difficult to compare hatters - you would have to see their site for their own style - but in terms of finish - quality of liner is superb, (stitched in), ribbon work is very well done, and all in all I would rate this very highly. See their Instagram too for their house style and variations.

I particularly like their thinner leather band which makes the hat less heavy if that makes sense, the original lining, free international postage, and the variation of their style.

https://www.instagram.com/hornskovhats/?hl=en

It’s been a while, but I seem recall that they didn’t offer blocks as straight-sided as I wanted. Just my personal preference.
 

Short Balding Guy

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I came across Hornskov here on the forum, and was attracted by the originality and quality of their work. I had a look at their site and after some email correspondence decided to pull the trigger. They responded in detail very quickly and the free international postage on offer was an additional reason to try them out. I could not be more pleased - the rabbit felt chosen (the very last of their Navy) is superb - the beaver of course has to be better; the lining is original; and the overall finish excellent.

Strongly recommend - superb work, service and great quality hat.

Sir, that is a terrific looking blue hat. I recall a few of the other customs you have aquired over the years. This navy fedora should stand proud on your hat rack. The petersham ribbon is an excellent choice, the wind cord is a great add and the stitching (as shown in your pics) appears well done. All in all a classy hat.

Congrats. I will follow this thread more closely.

Best, Eric -
 

PanosChris

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It’s been a while, but I seem recall that they didn’t offer blocks as straight-sided as I wanted. Just my personal preference.
I think the problem can be generalized to the block options Peter has. Depends on the size too. Mine came straight enough but much lower than I asked for and the reply wasn't very satisfactory... Anyways overall I liked the hat so I kept it.
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I think the problem can be generalized to the block options Peter has. Depends on the size too. Mine came straight enough but much lower than I asked for and the reply wasn't very satisfactory... Anyways overall I liked the hat so I kept it. View attachment 212285

And that’s one of the things that makes me hesitate. What do I do when I receive a transatlantic hat that isn’t to my specifications? I’d want straight-sided and a full 6” open crown. If I’m paying for a custom hat I expect it to be just as I ordered it and without compromises.
 

PanosChris

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And that’s one of the things that makes me hesitate. What do I do when I receive a transatlantic hat that isn’t to my specifications? I’d want straight-sided and a full 6” open crown. If I’m paying for a custom hat I expect it to be just as I ordered it and without compromises.

I am with you there Brent!

Nice hat though, but what was Peter's reply?

More or less that they couldn't make it as I specified because their block isn't that tall. That's fine but I need to know that when deciding on the details and not after delivery I think.
 

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