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    Borsalino Doria Cap Sizing Question

    I would like to purchase a couple of Borsalino Doria flat caps or the ascot style caps. The few that I have been able to try on all seem to run small. For example, a cap that is marked as a size 58 will fit like a 56 or 57. Is that sizing differential the norm for the Borsalino Doria? Also, I...
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    Better Deal - Optimo or VS

    Hello, All. I finally got the opportunity to visit Optimo Hats in Chicago. I highly recommend them. Naturally, I found several hats that I would love to have. But I also have to be wise in the use of my dollars. I have noticed that several FL members speak very favorably of the VS hats. How do...
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    Akubra vs Borsalino Quality

    In modern day production, which is the better quality hat when comparing Akubra vs Borsalino? Please provide comments
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    Reduce Fuzziness of Borsalino Long Hair Felt?

    I won a very nice silver-gray Borsalino on ebay. Well, it turns out that the felt is a long-hair type. This was not clearly evident in the auction photos. Anyway, I really do like the color of the hat, but I would like to eliminate the wild hairs. I have brushed the brim and crown of the hat and...
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    "Incredible" - Brown Homburg on eBay - WOW

    I stumbled across this homburg on eBay. The BIN price really jumps out at you. http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-BAILEY-BEAVER-FUR-FELT-HOMBURG-HAT-7-1-4-58-BROWN-/230686378272?pt=US_Hats&hash=item35b5fac920#ht_1920wt_911
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    WTB: Camel or Tan or Mid Olive/Taupe Color Fur Homburg, Size 7 1/4

    Anybody willing to sell one?
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    Fedora Lounge Impact

    Is it just me, or have you guys noticed that as the popularity of the FedoraLounge increases, the likelihood of winning a nice hat on ebay seems to decrease? :(
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    WTB: Camel or Tan or Mid Olive/Taupe Color Homburg, Size 7 1/4

    Anybody have one for sale?
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    WTB: Camel or Tan Color Homburg, Size 7 1/4

    Anybody got a camel or tan colored homburg, size 7 1/4, they are willing to sell?
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    WTB: Camel, Tan, Beige or Brown St. Regis Homburg, Size 7 1/4

    Anybody seeking to sell a camel, tan, beige or brown Stetson St. Regis homburg in a size 7 1/4? I am open to any brand, as well.
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    Any Drawback of Hat Resting on Head Band?

    I don't have a hat rack or hat stand. So instead of having my hat rest flat on the brim, I simply turned the inner head band inside out and let the hat rest on head band. It preserves the snap in the brim and keeps the hat from flattening out, too. Any possible long term harm in doing that...
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    Borsalino Question

    Did Borsalino make many wool felt hats in the '50's and '60's? A seller is advertising a vintage hat as a wool and I was wondering if that could be a mistake.
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    Better Quality - Knox vs Mallory

    I saw a couple of vintage hats on ebay. One is a Knox and the other is a Mallory. Which of these two were typically the better quality hat?
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    Where to Find Nice Hat Stand

    Does anyone know where I could purchase a nice hat rack similar to those used to display hats in a retail store? I am speaking of the type that could hold 10 or 12 (or more) hats. I would prefer a wooden one, but any type will be fine. The more hats that can be displayed, the better. Thanks
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    Borsalino Como vs Biltmore Eleganza

    Well, I get my final paycheck before being laid off next week and I have decided that I will get a little present to celebrate moving to a new direction in life. I have a Borsalino Como in olive/brown that I really like, and was considering trying to get one in a navy color. The price is a...
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    Biltmore Eleganza vs Stetson Firenze

    Hello, I was looking to get a nice dress fedora but don't want to break the bank to do so. I am considering the Biltmore Eleganza or the Stetson Firenze. Of the two, which do you guys think is best, and why? Also, are there other suggestions? Thanks.
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    Stetson Royal Deluxe vs Sovereign

    What is the difference between the Stetson Royal Deluxe and the Stetson Sovereign?
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    Can I Wear a Long Oval?

    I normally just get my hat size as indicated in a hat. But if I had the chance to get a long oval or an extra long oval, would I have a problem in fitting it? Can the long oval or extra long oval be reshaped to a normal oval? Is it feasible to get the extra long oval if the price is low enough...
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    Help Cleaning Vintage Hats using Naphtha

    I have recently won three vintage fedoras via ebay and after reading various threads here, I am considering cleaning them using naphtha. From what I have read, it appears that I should submerge the hat into the solution overnight and then take it out and let it air dry naturally. Is that...
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    Borsalino Como - Good Deal?

    I have been seeking a nice brown dress fedora and I found this Como on ebay. Does this seem like a good deal? I did not want to chance missing out on it. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemVersion&item=230478561365&view=all&tid=0

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