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    U S Authentic A-2 Horsehide Seal brown

    I picked up one of these for under a $100 and it appears to never been worn. I was wondering if these are veg tanned? I would like it to distress and age unlike goat. I have a 30 year old goat in the same color and it looks pretty much the same after all those years. Any thoughts or people with...
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    VINTAGE COOPER A-2 SIZING??

    Thank you Peter!
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    VINTAGE COOPER A-2 SIZING??

    Thank you. Do you know the difference between the orange label Cooper’s and the black ones that say Neal Cooper. It looks pretty much the same but I think the Neal Cooper might have side pockets?.
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    VINTAGE COOPER A-2 SIZING??

    I am looking at a vintage Cooper A-2 and trying to decide what size I need. It is the goat hide without side pockets and the hook at the neck with a one piece back. I am 5’ 10” and weigh around 185 and around 36” waist. I want it a smidgen oversized. I can’t decide if I need a 46r or a 48r?? Any...
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    Vintage rayon grosgrain ribbon

    Can you use pure vintage rayon grosgrain ribbon for a hat band? I usually always use a cotton/ rayon blend but can only find the color I need in rayon. I guess the big question is can I get a decent swirl with the rayon? Many thanks, Randy
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    Tackling the block... and flange

    Thank you so much for the detailed use of a flange. That was how I thought the process would go but your description was awesome. I only plan to use it for minor touch ups but with your helpful advice, I may try more complex use. I would really like to restore some vintage fedoras just to get...
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    Tackling the block... and flange

    See my following post and thank you so much, Randy
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    Tackling the block... and flange

    I have a new upturn brim flange being made for me. I have read everything related to flanges on the forum and have come up short on using one to fix wavy and unkept brims. I ordered a 2.5 inch upturn; however, the majority of my hats are 2 3/8”. I know the flange has a groove around the bottom...
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    Need help and info on purchasing a Flange

    I plan to get a block that I can use with the sweatband still in the hat. Should I downsize 1 or 2? Thank you
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    Need help and info on purchasing a Flange

    TH Thank you BB!
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    Need help and info on purchasing a Flange

    Hello loungers, I am having a flange made since all the money I have spent on vintage ones have come up short. I wear a size 59 long oval and want the flange to touch up the occasional brim. I will be using it with the ribbon and bow still on the hat. Do you think the inside measurement of...
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    Randal Allen 3-D hat flanges

    Thank you T.
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    Randal Allen 3-D hat flanges

    I have bought several vintage flanges off of eBay over the past couple years and still don’t have what I need. I need a flange that will fit a 7 3/8 with the ribbon and bow still on. Allen’s flanges look like they have a nice upturn that would make a nice snap brim. I want the curl that the...
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    Sanitizing used hats?

    I am curious what most do when they buy a vintage hat on eBay? The hat I purchased is one size down than I normally wear: however, the inside measurements are very close to my size. I would love to do a quick size check before putting it in a plastic bag and sun it for a while. What is your...
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    My fun hillbilly hat liner

    Two more of my fun hat liners.
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    Can a felt brim edge be modified?

    I will probably leave it alone. I had asked for a binding that would be as close to the felt color as possible. To my surprise when it came back black! I appreciate your advice very much and many thanks, Randy
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    Can a felt brim edge be modified?

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    Can a felt brim edge be modified?

    Thank you T! I thought maybe since it has not been worn and only refurbished a couple months ago that it might be possible. Any other advice from anyone would be greatly appreciated! Thanks much, Randy
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    Can a felt brim edge be modified?

    Hello, I had a hat refurbished and they added binding to the brim. It was a good job, however, I think I like the hat better with a raw brim. I was wondering if I removed the binding would the needle holes be very visible? If so, could you steam iron the edge to help? What options do I have...
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    1 1/2 inch feather hat ribbon

    Hello, I have some 1.5 inch vintage feather ribbon that would look pretty cool on certain types of hats. I have approximately 8 yards. If anyone is interested, I would sell it as a whole or by the yard at a very reasonable price! $4 a yard or $25 for the entire amount plus postage. Thanks much...

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