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Akubra Stylemaster thoughts and opinions
That's good to know. I've been working my Campdraft in all sorts of ways to get the right shape, but I think there's just too much crown to begin with. The height is perhaps not so much an issue, but definitely the sides. I wish I could shrink it. I don't think having a lower crown at the... -
Akubra Stylemaster thoughts and opinions
Hey, Thanks for that. I just want a hat like the Campdraft (which I've got) but with some taper (I'm tall and slim). The Stylemaster kind of fits the bill, but I don't like the pre-creased crown shape. I can't seem to find the exact hat I'm after.... -
Akubra Stylemaster thoughts and opinions
Hi everyone, Is it me or is the rear of the crown on a style master quite a bit lower than the front? Does anyone have a measurement for the height of the back of the crown? Also, I'm interested in the possibilities of reshaping the crown also (I think another chap was asking about this a few... -
Akubra Campdraft
Hey Bob, yeah I think it's tough to tell actual colours when looking at pics on the net. I like the subtle tan colour of the silverbelly I've seen in some pics, but it also seems a little too light for me in others (but that's photos for you!). I guess it depends on the actual light of the... -
Akubra Campdraft
Hey, yeah I think I'm veering more towards the taupe too. It seems a bit more compatible with different colour clothes and seasons (in my eyes anyway). And yeah, I'm well accustomed to the 'get both' argument, but I know I can only justify (and afford) the one right now. But it's a distinct... -
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Akubra Campdraft
Now it's just a question of Taupe v Silverbelly....! :D:D lol -
Akubra Campdraft
Hey guys, Thanks again for the responses. So it seems like there are two different approaches when buying a brand new hat: go one size up, wear it a lot and it should eventually shrink or get in the size that you actually are and try and stop it from shrinking too much over time. I'll have a... -
Akubra Campdraft
Hey, Thanks for the speedy replies chaps. I realise I'm probably overthinking stuff, but it doesn't hurt to ask a few questions, right? Plus it's tough when you don't have a hat shop nearby to ask Q's, etc. I think the 60 and stick with the advice to size up is a safe bet. Also, while I'm... -
Akubra Campdraft
Hi guys, Just a quick question to re-open this thread again. It's something which I know has already been covered numerous times and I've done a bit of research but thought I would ask you guys straight off for an expert opinion...! I'm considering a Campdraft at the mo and I'm normally a size... -
Classic Fedora, opencrowned, but not custom-made?
That's interesting. I was wondering about that. It's relatively easy to do then? -
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Classic Fedora, opencrowned, but not custom-made?
Yeah I totally agree. Don't really dig too wide a brim personally. Think that it would look too flat if it was cut down to the specs I was after.... -
Classic Fedora, opencrowned, but not custom-made?
I'm totally with you on that Erehwon. Have been after an open crown hat to the same specs as you with a 2"-2.25" brim for a while. Want it in grey. Have thought about cutting down a Adventurer or Swerford but also worried about the flange. Like to have mine snapped upwards! Vintage hats on Ebay... -
whats everyones opinion on 100%wool fedora's?
Hi, just been reading this thread and this caught my attention - just how common were wool fedoras, etc, back in the day? Were they quite frequently worn by those on a lower budget? I look at a lot of photos on the internet from the 30s-50s and to be honest I'm not sure I would be able to tell... -
New William Lennon Derby Boot - Singular!
Those are some damn nice looking boots! Was looking at getting a pair myself a few years back but ended up with a pair of Redwings instead. Will have to get put on 'the list'.... :p- luke
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Hat Bashing and Crown Size
Thanks for the info Rabbit. I agree about how a little seems to make a lot of difference. My dad has got a real nice hat that I'm trying to find a duplicate of in my size. Its a 2" snap brim fur felt with a 5 1/2" crown, with little or no taper. Says 'English Velour' on the label. Looks... -
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Hat Bashing and Crown Size
Thanks guys, Yeah, am pretty new to all this but guessed that was the case. Is a shame because the hat is fine apart from not having enough depth where it needs to. Thought I'd sourced myself a good deal for £50! I do check ebay fairly regularly for vintage hats but its not always easy to... -
Hat Bashing and Crown Size
Hi there, Just a quick question (and it's probably been done to death elsewhere in the forum), but I have just bought a new open crown fur felt fedora with a 2 1/4" brim and a 5" crown. I'm finding it difficult to create any sort of a shape in the crown that will work. I think its... -
Help with {date or identify} a hat please.....!
Hi, thanks - I've just been looking at open crown hats just now. Didn't even know about them until about an hour ago but they sound great in a way, in that you can create your own shapes and will look more natural. Ok, if anyone's still with me then here's two hats I've been checking out: 1 -... -
Help with {date or identify} a hat please.....!
Wow - thanks guys! I didn't expect there to be this many replies when I checked here after getting home from work! When you say that a hat with a decent crown height can be creased like that, what is a decent crown height? And I guess it would need to be fairly flexible too, because I've... -
Help with {date or identify} a hat please.....!
Hi guys, I'm fairly new to the world of hats but I have been doing a bit of research recently as one does when considering a new purchase.... Any help would bee much appreciated! Without boring you too much, has anyone got any info on this style of hat (the guy on the right) - ie era...
