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Zombie_61

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OldStrummer said:
So, now my post actually fits into this category! :)

I ordered a 2-1/2 inch brim Oak-colored Tear Drop. 2-9 days to delivery.
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Hey, that was my first Sunbody too! Don't be too surprised if it arrives looking kinda' shapeless like mine did:

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Yeah, the Teardrop on the crown was the only part of the shape that was clearly defined; the brim was nearly flat and the side dents on the crown were barely there. Fortunately, after you soak a Sunbody in cold water for a few minutes they're rather easy to shape:

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Admittedly not a huge difference, but much more to my liking.

As for my second Sunbody...well, I just ordered it about 30 minutes ago. I think it's basically the same as my first but with a narrower 2" brim:

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Zombie_61

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tropicalbob said:
Although the Sunbodys are a little heavier and have a cloth sweatband, the ability to just dunk 'em in icewater is a really saving grace on a hot day fishing in the Keys. I don't think I can claim that virtue for any of my other hats.
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I'm no expert, but I don't think water and most straw hats go together well if the plan is to keep the hats for a while. I do have a few ball caps that could probably withstand a good dunking though. ;)
 
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Zombie_61 said:
I'm no expert, but I don't think water and most straw hats go together well if the plan is to keep the hats for a while. I do have a few ball caps that could probably withstand a good dunking though. ;)
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That was my point, though looking at my posting now I realize that perhaps I wasn't being clear enough: I was referring only to the regular Guatemalan straw used by Sunbody.
 
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What I am waiting for, part 2.........It will take a while to get here BUT well worth the wait....especially as I thought I would never EVER get to own one:eek:;):):D:p......Steur did a nice comparison to his Churchill 50 and some other hats here WITH more great pictures: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/side-by-side-hat-comparisons.65983/page-49#post-2683359
And I will be getting that awesome plush silk topper too ......;):):):):):):):):):):)
It is posted here: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/toppers-unite.36577/page-48#post-2678418
BOTH will get head time for those special occasions!!!!! Yes, even the topper ( I do Victorian historical events)!!!!!!!!:eek::rolleyes:;):) ALMOST failed to mention I have the Fedora Enabler tag team of Stephen and Stefan to thank for the 7X!!!!! We have GREAT people here on the Lounge!!!!!!:):):):)
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M Hatman said:
What I am waiting for, part 2.........It will take a while to get here BUT well worth the wait....especially as I thought I would never EVER get to own one:eek:;):):D:p......Steur did a nice comparison to his Churchill 50 and some other hats here WITH more great pictures: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/side-by-side-hat-comparisons.65983/page-49#post-2683359
And I will be getting that awesome plush silk topper too ......;):):):):):):):):):):)
It is posted here: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/toppers-unite.36577/page-48#post-2678418
BOTH will get head time for those special occasions!!!!! Yes, even the topper ( I do Victorian historical events)!!!!!!!!:eek::rolleyes:;):) ALMOST failed to mention I have the Fedora Enabler tag team of Stephen and Stefan to thank for the 7X!!!!! We have GREAT people here on the Lounge!!!!!!:):):):)
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What a wonderful hat. Looks like you have yourself a pinnacle piece for sure. Congratulations! Reminds me a bit of the Borsalino Ludoita arrived here last week. Stefan did a fantastic comparison expose.

and the topper looks extra cool... enjoy them and as you said get them some sunshine.
 
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M Hatman said:
What I am waiting for, part 2.........It will take a while to get here BUT well worth the wait....especially as I thought I would never EVER get to own one:eek:;):):D:p......Steur did a nice comparison to his Churchill 50 and some other hats here WITH more great pictures: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/side-by-side-hat-comparisons.65983/page-49#post-2683359
And I will be getting that awesome plush silk topper too ......;):):):):):):):):):):)
It is posted here: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/toppers-unite.36577/page-48#post-2678418
BOTH will get head time for those special occasions!!!!! Yes, even the topper ( I do Victorian historical events)!!!!!!!!:eek::rolleyes:;):) ALMOST failed to mention I have the Fedora Enabler tag team of Stephen and Stefan to thank for the 7X!!!!! We have GREAT people here on the Lounge!!!!!!:):):):)
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The one hat missing in my collection. I don't need a 100 anything... but I do feel a need for a 7XCB.
 
Just A Hat Rack

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Zombie_61 said:
I'm no expert, but I don't think water and most straw hats go together well if the plan is to keep the hats for a while. I do have a few ball caps that could probably withstand a good dunking though. ;)
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I have a memory of reading somewhere that SunBody actually recommends the occasional dunking to help prevent the palm from becoming too brittle.
 
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Lucky man! This news means that now I move up one spot on the S&S enabler tag team :)

M Hatman said:
What I am waiting for, part 2.........It will take a while to get here BUT well worth the wait....especially as I thought I would never EVER get to own one:eek:;):):D:p......Steur did a nice comparison to his Churchill 50 and some other hats here WITH more great pictures: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/side-by-side-hat-comparisons.65983/page-49#post-2683359
And I will be getting that awesome plush silk topper too ......;):):):):):):):):):):)
It is posted here: https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/toppers-unite.36577/page-48#post-2678418
BOTH will get head time for those special occasions!!!!! Yes, even the topper ( I do Victorian historical events)!!!!!!!!:eek::rolleyes:;):) ALMOST failed to mention I have the Fedora Enabler tag team of Stephen and Stefan to thank for the 7X!!!!! We have GREAT people here on the Lounge!!!!!!:):):):)
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Tukwila said:
I passed on one a couple years ago that had a few problems... small issues, really. Now I wish I would have picked it up.
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YES.....been there too!!!!! The regrets of what we do not buy when it presents itself......there are a few things that STILL haunt me........
BUT the right one will come around!!! I just proved that!
The only downer is this new hat and I are about the same age......and it looks to be in a LOT better condition than I am.....:eek::rolleyes:;)
 
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Just A Hat Rack said:
I have a memory of reading somewhere that SunBody actually recommends the occasional dunking to help prevent the palm from becoming too brittle.
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Yes Sir, it's on their website on the "Shape Your Hat" page: "Extreme dryness will make your hat brittle. In dry weather an occasional dousing will keep your hat fresher and make it last longer." I don't think too many straw hat manufacturers can make that claim. Also, on hot days a wet Sunbody hat will help to cool the wearer at least a little.
 
Just A Hat Rack

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Zombie_61 said:
Yes Sir, it's on their website on the "Shape Your Hat" page: "Extreme dryness will make your hat brittle. In dry weather an occasional dousing will keep your hat fresher and make it last longer." I don't think too many straw hat manufacturers can make that claim. Also, on hot days a wet Sunbody hat will help to cool the wearer at least a little.
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Thanks for doing the legwork. I could have looked it up myself I suppose, but I was in the midst of my lunchtime FL blitz.
 
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