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steur said:

Something completely different. Threw in a low bid for giggles on one of these and won it because no one else bid. Cool.

Jabob Reed's Sons bicorn hat (or fore and aft hat). Naval I believe, but I have to admit I know nothing about these. It has had some serious use and has some age to it, which gives it all the more character. Looks like these were made in the exact same way as a topper: a shell was wrapped in a cloth and shellaced and ironed, after which the silk peluche was put over it.

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Jacob Reed's Sons were military suppliers it seems. Here is a pic of their shop.
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steur said:

Last one for now.
Stetson Playboy. This one has some discoloration, which is why the bidding price stayed low. It can be seen in the pic as the yellowish banding around the ribbon. Likely another hat was sitting on top of this one for a long time. Other than that it's in great shape. Size 7 with the brim (with one row of stitching) at 6,5cm and the crown 10,5cm at the center dent. Unlined. No labels or tags underneath the sweatband. Weighs 85 grams.

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steur said:

Mike @Redfokker pointed this hat out to me I think two years ago. I skipped it then. Fast forward a year and a half or thereabouts and Brent (enabler extraordinaire) pointed it out again. That's karma isn't it? Put in a lowball bid which was accepted and hey presto!
Fabroc homburg in brown with a red to orange coloured ribbon and brim binding. Size 7 with the brim at a good 6cm and the crown at 11cm at the center dent. A brand I haven't heard of before and I can't seem to find anything on them, but the hat is well made. Wonder who the maker was.

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Blare said:

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Panama - Light natural color
1 7/8 black to blue/black grosgrain puggaree style ribbon
1 7/8 brim

This Panama came with two other hats that were too big for me... but this one will do just fine. Maybe a little padding at the back to snug it up. Super light weight and comfortable. In the box was also a nice multi hued pug I like as well.

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Steve1857 said:

Thanks for the photos, Randy. Ja, that's what I'm going for, but with a much more pronounced rake due to the height of the crown.

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PanosChris said:

You may wish to check the woomera thread too, Steve

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PanosChris said:

Both Great! Love the ribbon on the second one

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Abram Malcom said:

My newest find is this long lost whippet Style marathon could someone help me date this I was told it’s a 50’s but I have a 30’s marathon and the branding style does not look this old/vintage I got this from my incredible friend Brian Lindy been on the lookout for a whippet but it’s just not in my budget.I’m guessing 40’s but I could be way off.

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BobHufford said:

I have a Marathon with similar markings and I would put it pre-1950s.

Yours looks so much nicer! Congrats on a great looking hat.

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Tukwila said:

Who told you this was a 50s hat? I have not seen that particular style liner emblem before but I have 50s and 40s Marathon hats and this one is different from all of mine.... 40s?

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Pellie said:

Bought today this black Royal quality Stetson. Don't know a lot about it, but maybe the 50's or am i totally wrong? Help is welcome I think it's in a great condition. View attachment 320066 View attachment 320067 View attachment 320068 View attachment 320069

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Frunobulax said:

I think we would need to see more. Can you see the tags behind the sweat (be careful!)?

Is that a size tag sticker attached to the sweat?

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Pellie said:

I will look for it when the hat arrives....i hope tomorrow.
The photo's above are from the seller.

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Frunobulax said:

The lack of a liner tip cover and those vibrant colors in the crest have me thinking it may be pretty old.

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Pellie said:

Bought today this black Royal quality Stetson. Don't know a lot about it, but maybe the 50's or am i totally wrong? Help is welcome I think it's in a great condition. View attachment 320066 View attachment 320067 View attachment 320068 View attachment 320069

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Steve1857 said:

Great catch, Marcel. Looking forward to seeing more photos once you have it.

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