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The Bowler or Derby Hat

Edward

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steur said:
Thanks, Edward. I agree that it seems to be a bowler for seasonal wear. I can't actually see the size on the label, because it's obscured by other parts. It will be Englsih sizing for sure, but the occasional English hat can be somewhat "off" in its size.
London, New York and Paris seem to be the equivalent of the holy trinity to stick on a hat liner (as if someone would check!)


Thanks, Randy. Eventually something will show up in your size.
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I believe that at a time London / Paris / New York were considered to be the HolyTrinity of world fashion capitals, thuogth that must have been before Milan got involved!
 
Garrett

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Stone Mason's Stetson:


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Redfokker

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I really have to do some catching up. I'll post this one in the New Hats thread also. I do take in strays from Ebay from time to time. Put in a bid of $32 on this Gordon Derby with a NRA tag. The photos just barely showed the c1933 tag and said the hat was pristine. Well, I won this one, I was surprised. Classic derby lines, interesting maker and in perfect shape. The manufacture tag is hard to get to, under the liner which as some glue holding it in. Took it to Mike Miller for a little stretch, fits like a custom now. Too hot to wear it for the next few days though.

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mayserwegener

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Redfokker said:
I really have to do some catching up. I'll post this one in the New Hats thread also. I do take in strays from Ebay from time to time. Put in a bid of $32 on this Gordon Derby with a NRA tag. The photos just barely showed the c1933 tag and said the hat was pristine. Well, I won this one, I was surprised. Classic derby lines, interesting maker and in perfect shape. The manufacture tag is hard to get to, under the liner which as some glue holding it in. Took it to Mike Miller for a little stretch, fits like a custom now. Too hot to wear it for the next few days though.

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Mike, Super! Hopefully the temps will drop so we can see it in action!
 
M Hatman

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Redfokker said:
I really have to do some catching up. I'll post this one in the New Hats thread also. I do take in strays from Ebay from time to time. Put in a bid of $32 on this Gordon Derby with a NRA tag. The photos just barely showed the c1933 tag and said the hat was pristine. Well, I won this one, I was surprised. Classic derby lines, interesting maker and in perfect shape. The manufacture tag is hard to get to, under the liner which as some glue holding it in. Took it to Mike Miller for a little stretch, fits like a custom now. Too hot to wear it for the next few days though.

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Really good get!!!!!!
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Steve1857

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Great catch, Mike.

Redfokker said:
I really have to do some catching up. I'll post this one in the New Hats thread also. I do take in strays from Ebay from time to time. Put in a bid of $32 on this Gordon Derby with a NRA tag. The photos just barely showed the c1933 tag and said the hat was pristine. Well, I won this one, I was surprised. Classic derby lines, interesting maker and in perfect shape. The manufacture tag is hard to get to, under the liner which as some glue holding it in. Took it to Mike Miller for a little stretch, fits like a custom now. Too hot to wear it for the next few days though.

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Steve1857

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A while back, before corona, I bought this very nice Oldham and Fogg Bowler from Stefan @steur. While doing some research on the company, I stumbled across this ca. 1920's trade catalogue and was able to purchase it.
Sometimes, you just get lucky twice :)
Here are some research images.
 

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steur

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Garrett said:
Stone Mason's Stetson:


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Cool find, Garrett. Deserves to have new sweat put in.

Redfokker said:
I really have to do some catching up. I'll post this one in the New Hats thread also. I do take in strays from Ebay from time to time. Put in a bid of $32 on this Gordon Derby with a NRA tag. The photos just barely showed the c1933 tag and said the hat was pristine. Well, I won this one, I was surprised. Classic derby lines, interesting maker and in perfect shape. The manufacture tag is hard to get to, under the liner which as some glue holding it in. Took it to Mike Miller for a little stretch, fits like a custom now. Too hot to wear it for the next few days though.

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Excellent find, Mike and good to see you around again!
Steve1857 said:
A while back, before corona, I bought this very nice Oldham and Fogg Bowler from Stefan @steur. While doing some research on the company, I stumbled across this ca. 1920's trade catalogue and was able to purchase it.
Sometimes, you just get lucky twice :)
Here are some research images.
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One of the coolest finds I have seen in quite some time, Steve. Superb!
 
M Hatman

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Steve1857 said:
A while back, before corona, I bought this very nice Oldham and Fogg Bowler from Stefan @steur. While doing some research on the company, I stumbled across this ca. 1920's trade catalogue and was able to purchase it.
Sometimes, you just get lucky twice :)
Here are some research images.
Click to expand...
Really Really Cool find!!!!!!
WOW!!!!!
 
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