It was supposed to be a surprise. The stamps wouldn't stick to the fur though, so I gave it your address. Horses are smart, right?
I see only one thing wrong with this one... it's the wrong size! 60cmNot from the emperor but new for me:
Hückel "Elastic" Melone/Derby - as we have seen from Steve and others here often. Any Dating? 30s?
Condition of this one is ok, unfortunately already before and then a little more dented by the transport.
But the flexible stiff felt - this is completely new to me - will be able to compensate the marks.
The hat has not yet been treated properly with steam and brush: please forgive me.
The sweat is also quite well intact and above all still supple.
The real reason for my purchase is the fantastic green liner,
which is glued and not sewn in - usual for stiff felts?
The label...
And here is an interesting detail behind the leather at the front:
A wavy piece of felt (black) with plain felt (white) over it - sewn in.
Reminds me of a mixture of cork strips and the intermediate piece at the Borsalinos.
Is this typical for the "Elastic"?
Randy, it's not a need, it's a duty
I seem to have missed this one. That's a really nice find, Steve. If I'm seeing this correctly it's a size 4 1/4, which should be about a size 55. Close but not close enough.
CongratsFellow lounger Randy @Rmccamey found this Mallory bowler, but it didn't fit him. He was very kind and generous to send it to me. Even though in theory this would be a size too large for me, it actually fits me like a custom. Wonderful bowler hat.
Mallory cravanette bowler in a size 7 1/8 (57), unlined, with the brim at 5cm and the crown at approx. 12cm. It weighs 131 grams. Thanks Randy!
That's a different look for you, Jack. You rock that bowler though.
Sometimes you need a little luck, but even hats that are too small can be worth saving.That is a very nice Mallory Bowler, Stefan. Sometimes sizes can be out a few points. It's always nice though when the wrong size fits anyway
Nice looking Derby, Jack. Can we see the liner?
I must say too, you wear it better than Mr. Twain
Thanks guys! I love a Victorian look.
