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Royal Stetson with bow in the back
Since the subject has come up her, how does the Stetson 3X felt compare to the Royal Stetson or Royal De Luxe felts? -
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Cavanagh Bows
Amazing!!! My Cavanagh has a frayed bow, and while I was puzzled because the rest of the hat was in pretty good condition, I assumed it was just worn out. It is on the hat I sent to Optimo. I wonder what they'll say about it. I am sure I will want it replaced. Original style or not, it is... -
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The Choice of the Orthodox
Thanks, but little of what I said applies to Chasidim, whose garb has an entirely different history and purpose. I was speaking of non-Chassidic Orthodox Jews at the more fervent end of the spectrum. If labels are required, they would properly be termed Misnagdim (largely archaic) and... -
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The Choice of the Orthodox
This is an interesting question, Matt, and one I have discussed with several people. I believe the following is a fairly accurate assessment, but it does not apply to Chassidim. In the not too distant past (i.e., within the last 50 years or so), Orthodox Jews wore a variety of colors of hats... -
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Royal Stetson with bow in the back
I noticed the pictures are down. It seems image shack has dropped them. I hope this is temporary. My other imageshack photos still appear on other forums. -
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Royal Stetson with bow in the back
I have one. I have one. See this post: http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=3329 -
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Clean/Block/Refurbish
I spoke with Marlene at Optimo, and the Cavanagh, which needs the most work, is now on its way there. I called American Hatters once and left a message with no response. I will try them again next week as I am in no particular hurry. I plan on sending them a Mallory Century, which mostly... -
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Optimo hats in Forbes fyi
I think you meant . . . anything that wasn’t priced at least $10,000. -
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Clean/Block/Refurbish
Thanks. Insights into the effect different bindings have are exactly the bits of info I that make me really appreciate this board. I am pretty sure I will send the Cavanagh (with Cavanagh edge) to Optimo. It is gray, with a purple/lavender ribbon that needs to be replaced, and I would... -
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Clean/Block/Refurbish
Gentlemen: I have purchased some nice hats on e-bay that I would like refurbished - i.e., cleaned, blocked, ribbon replacements, etc. In one case there are what are probably moth nibbles on the underside of the brim that I could ignore or have repaired if feasible. I know people love Art... -
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Anyone know this hatter?
Matt: Did you address any of those issues with him directly at the time. It is hard to see how he wouldn’t immediately respond to something like a liner falling out. Top customer service would deal with the other issues as well, but I can see how many will take the easy, lazy and... -
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Really Great Hat, But I Need Help. (Big Pics)
As part of my hunt for vintage felt, I picked up an old black Mallory for $6 (plus $11 s&h). The hat was a little crushed in the box and looks to have some white spots on it (the spots can't be felt and at least one rubbed right off). The felt though is SPECTACULAR. This is nothing like... -
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Introducing "Bwana"
Maybe I can help, KD As part of my "research" project, I have been collecting vintage hats on e-bay to learn about felts. I have found that 7 and one eighth is really too big for me and I may have some to get rid of when I am done. -
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My e-bay education - large (HQ) photots of two Resistols
In my effort to learn about what makes vintage felts special and see how they compare to my newer hats, I went on an e-bay buying spree (see here: http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=3244 ). So far, I am really impressed with the Resistol Monarch that I got. The interior pleating... -
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Open road e-bay killer deal?
QUICK QUICK!!! Look at this one. Not my size, but a winner. Going for 10.99 with 3hrs to go. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8308593897&ssPageName=ADME:B:WN:US:1 -
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Open road e-bay killer deal?
I also mentioned this in my “what did I buy?� thread. After an initial flurry of e-bay vintage buys, I decided to cool down and wait to see what the postman brought. So far, I have one Resistol that is a real star, a couple of decent hats that for one reason or another won’t make the... -
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Conformer/conformatur
I would like to hear from people who have experience using a conformer/conormatur. Specifically, I am interested in purchasing a new hat and also cleaning up some of my old hats and the vintage hats I purchased on ebay that I decide to keep. My existing hats are each a bit snug and I thought... -
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Trying to Learn. What did I buy? UPDATED
One more One more. A Cavanagh. After a clean and block, this may prove to be the best yet. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8306520288 In any event, this concludes my e-bay research project. -
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Fur Felt Advice Needed
Matt: If you are saying that Optimo’s felt is better than Cervo, and I assume you are, can you explain why? Are there multiple grades of Cervo. I don’t know how much I trust Orlando to ask him myself as he comes across as a salesman (in the negative sense, here) to me. Right now, I am...
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