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Most common hat size
If I wanted to open a store or sell hats to the general public, would there be a size or sizes that I would carry most? Is there a bell curve with the average head sizes? -
Preparing a hat for sale/shipping
Does anyone have any advice on how to spruce up a hat before shipping it? I was thinking of steaming it, and brushing it. Anything else? Also, do I want to put one of those silica gel packets in the box to prevent moisture? Thanks! -
Stetson JBS vs Bar None straw
I am considering buying a stetson straw JBS or a Bar none. Does anyone have these hats or picts of them? How do you like them? Its difficult to see how they are just by the same internet photos... Thanks. -
high Hats
After many purchases off ebay and increasing my hat collection, I have a question regarding fit and crown shape: I have some hats that sit high on my head. Are they supposed to touch the ears or have space? I also notice that these hats that seem a little to high for my head also have a... -
Panizza sizing
I'm looking to buy a panizza hat. Because of the shipping cost and how far away it is, am concerned about the correct size. If I am a 58 cm in Stetson and 58 cm in Christy's, can I assume that I am a 58 cm in Panizza hats? Anyone with panizza hat-buying experience? How is RMR? -
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Water stains on new stetson
Got caught in a sprinkle .There are water stains on my new hat! Any way to eliminate or lessen them? -
the problem with buying a vintage hat online
I recently bought a hat online that was advertised as 7 1/4 because that is what the tag is labelled. After I received the hat and tried it on, it was very small for me. It was more like a 7 to 7 1/8. The only reason that I did not return it was because my 7 year old daughter asked for it and I... -
Italian hat Retailers in US?
Anyone know of US retailers or suppliers of Barbisio hats and Panizza? RMR is the only retailer in Italy that I can see, but the shipping is crazy (plus customs I'm sure). It seems like the fedora hat industry is fizzling out... -
New VS Vintage Stetson Hats
Am considering buying a stetson hat. Looking specifically at the Firenze, Pinnacle or maybe temple. I like the midsize brims, around 2 1/4 inch so probably Firenze. I wonder what the Firenze hat looks like, it is a silk finish. Is it shiny? Some pictures show shininess, others dont so much... -
Cashmere hats
Am considering adding a cashmere blend to my collection. How do these hats compare to the fur felt as far as maintenance, longevity, etc? Do they lose their shape easily? Probably not good to get caught in the rain? I understand that they are soft to the touch, and are blended with wool... -
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New Biltmore vs Old Biltmore
Have been eyeing an older model Biltmore, the Presidential that was made in Canada, in Cognac for a while. Just saw some of the new ones recently and they look good too. Has anyone seen the newer Biltmore hats, with names from major cities worldwide. How do they compare with the older hats... -
Customs fee
I am tempted to purchase a hat from outside this country. Even with 'free shipping', I know that there is a certain customs or duty fee. Can anyone throw me a clue as to how much these fees are, and if it is worth the effort? Is it a % based on value of the hat, or a flat fee? Will they ship... -
pimp hat?
I would love to get a cool 'cognac' color (biltmore presidential), or a 'mustard' color (selentino galaxy) hat, but my wife says they look like pimp hats and ask that I not get any of them. Any thoughts out there? Does anyone wear these color hats out? -
Hats and Birkenstocks
I love hats. But I also love birkenstocks. Birkenstocks help me prevent foot fungus, and theyre the only footwear that do, besides flip flops. If I had to choose between the two, I'd wear the birkenstocks for that reason. I own 12 pairs of birkenstocks, about 4 are active pairs that I rotate by...
