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Guilty Secrets . . . (and help me identify this hat)
OK. I have a confession to make . . . a guilty secret. I love the 1980s Patrick Swayze movie "Next of Kin". Now my second guilty secret is I love the hat the Swayze, as character Turman Gates, wears in the film . . . Anyone have any idea what it is? Anyone have a guilty secret... -
Looking for an everyday "Adventure" Straw
I need the help of our brotherhood . . . I am looking for an everyday straw . . . Something that would look good in your "typical" adventure film. Think a straw Indian Jones . . . Lost Worlds . . . The Dark Continent . . . :) The best I ever had was twenty years ago: My most... -
FS - Beaver Brand OR/Strat Style – Sand/Tan - sz 7 1/2
Beaver Brand is gone :( . . . But luckily, there are still a few of their fine hats around. Here is a Beaver Brand Classic (that is the name), a style similar to a Stratoliner or OR. In Sand . . . a tan color, the hat new for all practical purposes . . . I got it this summer and I think I...- mingoslim
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FS - Fur Felt Custom by Cane Rodmaker - The Traveler size 7 1/2
Created for me this summer, and I had every intention of making it my fall hat. But as I have noted . . . I am sacrificing a few recent purchases because I need to raise a bit of quick cash . . . So my empty wallet is your opportunity. This is a custom by our own Cane Rodmaker here at...- mingoslim
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SOLD - New Beaver Brand OR/Strat Style - Silverbelly sz 7 1/2
Beaver Brand is gone :( . . . But luckily, there are still a few of their fine hats around. Here is a Beaver Brand Classic (that is the name), a style similar to a Stratoliner or OR. In silverbelly, the hat has never been worn, and still has its original tags . . . A terrific hat, at a...- mingoslim
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For Sale - CLASSIC VINTAGE SILHOUETTE Ltd Edition Route 66
I do not think I have to tell you how great the hats made by Art Fawcett are . . . This is a classic, limited edition, produced by Mr. Fawcett a few years back. Size 7 1/2. He did a series of Route 66 Fedoras . . . Distinctive style. I loved it when I got it, and it has been worn...- mingoslim
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Bates Trilby/Fedora - Size 60cm ( 7 1/2) - FurFelt
A very nice Trilby Fedora from Bates Hatters of 21a Jermyn Street - St. James, London A nice, mid grey fur-felt. Size 7 1/2 (60cm) with a 2 1/2 inch, unbound brim and a 5 inch crown. In Excellent Condition . . . Not sure the era, but a great looking hat . . . $110 including shipping in...- mingoslim
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For Sale - VS Tropicaire/ArtLite Stratoliner - Size 7 3/8 - Moss
You all know how great the light weight Tropicaire or ArtLite (I really do not know if they have an official name) line is from Vintage Silhouettes . . . This one has been one of my favorites . . . but it is time to move on. Styled like the classic Stratoliner, this is a great hat, but has...- mingoslim
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Stetson Open Road Royal DeLuxe 1940s - Size 7 3/8
“The ‘Open Road’ represents journeys of self-discovery, quests to define our national identity, opportunities to escape from the daily routine, and expressions of social protest-The image of The ‘Open Road’ that prevailed 100 years ago, when footloose armies of homeless created a network of...- mingoslim
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FS - Federation Deluxe IV 7 1/2 - or Trade
Federation Deluxe IV A long story . . . which I won't go into. But I have here a brand new Federation Deluxe IV . . . Deluxe Heritage Series. Open Crown . . . Graphite Grey . . . This was a special edition, limited run . . . Size 7 1/2. Asking $165 including shipping in the...- mingoslim
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A Federation Fellowship
I know that the Akubra Federation is a pretty popular hat with my fellow loungers, so I am wondering why no one has ever started a Federation Fellowship :) I just broke down and bought one myself, which I will be happy to post once it arrives . . . So how about the rest of the Federation... -
Anyone Know Whats Going On With Adventurebilt and Steve Decker?
I ordered an Adventurebilt hat three years ago . . . and I knew it would take a while to get to me. And I have waited with relative patience . . . Checking in every six months or so . . . And every time he has answered I was told it would just be a month or so until he got to my order... -
Trade Deal . . . You Won't Be Disappointed
Look . . . There is one hat that has always alluded me . . . and it is a hat that most of you have . . . A Stetson Stratoliner. I have bought several from OFAS . . . But none were right. I know the style is right, it is the fit I am having trouble with. I need a 7 3/8 Long Oval . . . a 7...- mingoslim
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WANTED!
Seriously . . . I am looking for a tweed vest or two, and so far my search has turned up bupkis . . . Anyone have a vintage (or newer, vintage style) tweed vest in XL/XXL, 48/48 L? Sale or trade? I will be forever indebted :)- mingoslim
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Lock and Company - UK
Just back from 21 days in the UK . . . wonderful trip . . . But I am wondering what anyone has to say about Lock and Company and their hats . . . -
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You think I should sell a few?
My wife says I have too many hats . . . I respect her opinion, but am wondering what you all think ;) OK . . . Truth be told, I just felt like showing off a little . . . Actually, my wife already has two of these up on teh auction block . . . -
Recent deal on EBAY . . .
eBay . . . can have some great deals, if you know where to look, and you have a little luck . . . For example, I recently came across a listing for a "Vintage Fifth Avenue New York Hat Box" . . . The gallery picture was this: The starting bid was $65.00 Or best offer . . . so I had to have a... -
Primary Season for Customs . . .
Just thought I would do a little survey . . . We all know the big guns . . . Borsalino, Stetson, Resistol, Bailey, Akubra . . . and regularly see reviews on their products. And a lot of us have invested in custom hats from AB, Art Fawcett, Optimo or others . . . So I would be... -
Need some Akubra Advice . . .
I need a little help. I have never owned an Akubra . . . never held one in my hands . . . But I hear such great things about them, I am thinking of getting one. Now, those of you who know me will know that I am going for a thin ribbon. I am thinking Campdraft . . . But I am hesitant... -
The Sportaire
I recently got a note from toobacat, asking to see my Sportaire, by none other that Art Fawcett . . . So, here it is . . . No denying it is one sharp lid . . . but most of us would agree that all of Mr. Fawcett's hats are . . . Looks good on, too . . .;)
