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  1. Txmason

    Panama Hat Question

    I have my first ever Panama hat and I would like to know if I can get a Panama hat in the style of a fedora with a big brim? Like Indiana Jones but with a low crown. What are some examples of such a hat? And where do you suggest I look to buy one? And at what price point should I pay? I would...
  2. Txmason

    Guidance in buying my first Fedora for winter

    Howdy! I have now entered the hat world with my first summer hat, a panama from panamabob and panamas.biz. I am now in search of a Fedora for the winter months (that would be just half of January in Texas). I am looking for a classically styled Fedora with the snap brim and a low crown. One...
  3. Txmason

    Invicta Watch Help and Watch Recomendations

    I have an Invicta watch I bought from Sams Club last year. It was on sale for $50.00 for Fathers Day. Yesterday the watch stopped working and ever since I bought the watch I have always had to advance the date manually to get it to set on the right date. When I try to advance the date, I pull...
  4. Txmason

    Old Time Radio Shows

    Are there any old time radio shows or formats for classic radio shows in the Houston, Texas market? I know that 102.9 KLDE was like that that played 40s and 50s music. I remember listening to it with my dad on the way home from work. Sadly it is a different station now. The only other...
  5. Txmason

    How to find a good tailor

    I have been to four tailors so far for various things and my clothes have turned out okay but I am looking for an old school tailor one that is consistent with their work. I think I found a guy whom does custom clothing and has been in the business 25 years and schedules one on one appointments...
  6. Txmason

    Deodorant Question

    I recently read over on dappered.com an interesting article for and against wearing an undershirt. And one interesting point was that yellow stains are caused the aluminum in deodorant. Here is the article: http://dappered.com/2012/05/style-debate-wearing-an-undershirt-when-its-hot/ My...
  7. Txmason

    The French Cuff Connection

    Big and Tall French Cuff shirt and cufflink help I am trying to find my first French Cuff shirt. I am a big guy and wear a size 22/36-37. Where is a good place to look for a reasonably priced dress shirt I could wear with grey slacks, khaki and black slacks? I was think a nice light blue or...
  8. Txmason

    Big and Tall Overcoat and Raincoat

    I am a big guy and looking to buy a raincoat to go with my dress slacks and blazers (I dont have a suit yet). Where can I find a raincoat in a size 60 chest and what color should I get? Where should I look? Best, Jerry
  9. Txmason

    Wing tip shoes

    I am in the market for a pair of brown shoes to wear with my khakis and navy blazer for summer. What suggestions do you have for a comfortable shoe? I found this one listed below. Sorry I could not post a photo. I normally wear Rockports. Any recommendations for Rockport shoes or any other...
  10. Txmason

    Garmet Bag

    I recently purchased three new sportcoats, one grey, one tan (casual male), and one black sports coat with black and khaki dress pants. I am looking for a garmet bag to store my three sports coats in instead of using the plastic things you get at the cleaners. Any suggestions? I found a...
  11. Txmason

    Ralph Lauren Trench Coat

    My best friend had on a khaki colored Ralph Lauren Coat today that had a very small inner liner with three or four buttons. It appeared to just have a very thin liner and was throughout the body of the coat except for the sleeves. I did not see a model number. Are there any coats that are...
  12. Txmason

    Hat Question

    I found this felt fedora hat. What do you all know about the material it is made out of etc. and if it's a good buy or if there is a better suggestion: Home » Fedora Hats » Fedora Hats Priced $60 - $100 » Bailey Curtis Hat * Bailey Curtis Hat Click to view a larger picture Code...
  13. Txmason

    Big and Tall Suits

    I'm a big guy 6'2" and looking for my first suit. I have gone almost everywhere from Brooks Brothers to Causal Male and Men's Wearhouse.* What should I look for in a suit? I have a pair of grey slacks and a navy blazer with black dress shoes (I have photos) but feel inadequate when a suit is...
  14. Txmason

    Purchasing my first Fedora

    First off, I would like to say thank you to everyone here at the Fedora Lounge. I have really enjoyed looking at all the interesting threads and photos! I am interested in purchasing my first fedora, something lightweight for this darn Texas heat soon to come. I am stuck as to wether to...
  15. Txmason

    Vintage Aviation Prints

    I am interested in finding and purchasing vintage aviation prints from negatives not reproductions. If possible I would like to meet the photographer of the prints. I was fortune enough to talk with Amelia personal photographer Albert Bersnik. If anyone knows or is the photographer for the...
  16. Txmason

    Adams Hat Co.

    I have an Adams Hat from the Adams Hat Co. in New York. Does anyone know about this company or perhaps some history of the company? Is there a book about the company or the building they occupied? Is there a book about the history of hats? Best, Jerry
  17. Txmason

    Which type of hat for the season?

    Howdy! I'm Jerry and new to the FL and am so happy to meet everyone! I am ready to hopefully purchase my first hat, but not sure whether to purchase a fedora (for winter until April in Easter) or a hat for summer (after Easter). Which is the better option? As I do not have enough to invest in...

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