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  1. christphil

    Seriously considering buying an Akubra Hampton

    I actually have both the Hampton and the Saxon. Here's the juice for those that can only purchase one or the other---and I'll try to refrain from using hyperbole. The Hampton has a bound edge on the brim, clear inner plastic crown protector (great if you use greasy hair products), softer...
  2. christphil

    Are there 2 types of Wildroot Hair Cream?

    I've actually seen three varieties myself: the kind in a bottle, the kind in a jar and the kind in a smaller bottle labeled "International Formula." I've tried all three and saw no discernible difference.
  3. christphil

    Lincoln Shoe Care Products

    I just wanted to share this email I sent to Lincoln Shoe Care and the response I received. I think this is a company that appeals to the sensibilities of those who gather here. And for you SF Bay Area folks like me, they are located in Sunnyvale. Pay close attention to who responded to my...
  4. christphil

    Akubra Hampton and Whippet photos

    I emailed Strand Hatters and confirmed they had the Cruiser Grey Hamptons in stock. This was shortly before Christmas. You should email and verify that they your size in stock.
  5. christphil

    Shutter Island

    It really struck me that you brought this up elvisroe. To this day I have not seen Titanic---you can only imagine how much ridicule I faced in high school being the only kid who didn't see Titanic. All my classmates prided themselves on having seen the film several times---many even claimed it...
  7. christphil

    Paul's Hat Works

    http://vimeo.com/8129309 Forgive me if this video of the shop has been posted before. Regardless, it is interesting and stands to be seen again.
  8. christphil

    Paul's Hat Works

    Excellent review! I'm glad to know that there is a reliable shop not too far from us in the South Bay where I can take my hats for cleaning or repair, should the need ever arise.
  9. christphil

    Akubra Straws

    By the way. How is the sweat band on your Balmoral? Is it leather or fake leather?
  10. christphil

    Akubra Straws

    Glad to gear that the hemp straw is as durable as Akubra's felt. I checked Hats Direct first when I began my search for a nice Akubra straw as they are my vendor of choice. Unfortunately their website doesn't list any of the stingier brim straws that I am interested in. Strand Hatters has...
  11. christphil

    Akubra Straws

    Hope it's okay to resurrect this thread. But I'd rather add to this thread rather than compose a new one. I'm preparing for the coming Spring and am quite interested in the Akubra Jive Master and the Long Island in natural straw. Can anyone provide any insight or photos on these two hats...
  13. christphil

    CHURCHILL HATS

    Recently got a Churchill off ebay. Brown with the softest touch you could imagine. This is when I realized how nice vintage hats are. What I appreciate most about my Churchill is that it has a matching felt ribbon. Seems you can't really get that on a modern production hat. The few that...
  14. christphil

    Help me please

    Start wearing your hat to work. You're going to take it off when you get there anyway. So in that way you become slowly acclimated to the experience by wearing it to work and back but not necessarily while you are there. That's what worked for me. Only a short time later and I am now...
  15. christphil

    Where do you all order your Akubras?

    I'm also curious to hear about Hat World. Also like to hear about Strand Hatter---I understand that the physical store is great but how is their online service?
  16. christphil

    Intro and Fed IV Question

    Could you describe the ribbon color on the Cruiser Grey Hampton? I can't tell from the online picture. Is it black, dark grey or the same color as the hat?
  17. christphil

    Intro and Fed IV Question

    Thanks for the pics Daizawaguy. The side by side between the cut-down Stylemaster and the Whippet basically shows me that I should go with the Whippet or Hampton. Furthermore the majority seem to suggest that if I cut-down a Fed IV the look will become unbalanced. I only wish the Whippet...
  19. christphil

    Intro and Fed IV Question

    How convenient. I've seen pics of modern Stetson styles I really like such as the Selby but I have heard bad things. Care to give an honest assessment in regards to quality and how it compares to your Akubra?
  20. christphil

    Intro and Fed IV Question

    I'm very pleased with my Akubra and the quality service from Hats Direct. Since I'm limited to new production hats because of my head size and budgetary constraints I don't know of any other brand to consider. I've read Biltmore is decent but I really would like to inspect one in person...
  21. christphil

    Intro and Fed IV Question

    Hello all, I'm new to the forum. Came here not long ago to do some research on fedoras and that led me to purchase an Akubra Trilby in black from Hats Direct---which I am very pleased with. Many people here suggest going vintage but I have a large head which negates that possibility...

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