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So Very Bummed
Sorry to hear that, Goose. Now *I'm* beginning to worry... -
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My Fed D finally arrived!
Seeing this increases the anticipation- Nice bash on a nice hat! -
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Fresh off the Boat
I've contacted Tilley to see what they will say, as my problem isn't shrinkage, but that is hasn't shrunk enough! This "Long Oval" thing has really played havoc with me for too long, but now that I know about it, at least I can communicate the issue to vendors and makers, rather than just... -
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NEWBIE: I need help finding a fedora
Well, I suppose I couldn't speak to how fashionable they are, but the Tilleys are durable. The T3 was the second hat I ever bought, and it functioned exactly the way I needed it to. (Sun-exposure is my major issue. I don't tan- I burn.) I've enjoyed my T3, excepting the sizing issue (my... -
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Fresh off the Boat
Are you sure? I thought the guarantee was only good for two years? At least, that's what I thought I read on the website. If I'm wrong, could to point me to the age where it says otherwise? 'Cause this is something I'd really like to be able to do... -
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Fresh off the Boat
Mind like a sieve... ... and thanks to gtdean48 for the advice! -
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Fresh off the Boat
Yeah, I'm new in town, and thought I'd introduce myself and say hello. The story so far? Started to wear a fedora (probably a wool felt) back in my college days, but the discomfort from the poor fit finally caused me to stop. A few years ago, tried again with a Tilley T3, tried to work around... -
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Thoughts on Akubra Federation IV Deluxe?
Well, I went "all in" and placed the order moments ago. Fingers crossed... -
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Snapping a Straw Brim
I'd love to see before and after photos, so we could see how well the training went. -
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New, hatless and ashamed
I still have my Tilley T3- doesn't fit me properly, but I still love it! Actually, that gives me an idea for a new thread ... -
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Okay, I Can Take It... Me in a Homburg
That was my understanding, too- That a Homburg is just below a Tophat on the scale of formality. It does look good, though! -
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Thoughts on Akubra Federation IV Deluxe?
I've got to agree with Matt on this one, however: If worse comes to worse, you may want to consider covering it up with "silk" surgeon's tape. I have no idea what this will do to your sweatband in the long run, mind you, but it's a possibility. That tape is meant to be used on skin for short... -
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Thoughts on Akubra Federation IV Deluxe?
Thanks again- It sounds like we have the same size/shape situation, so I'm glad to see that it can work. I'm just going to have to bite the bullet! PS: Newbie question- Hat Jack? What's that? I can guess from the words, but I'm curious for more details. -
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Thoughts on Akubra Federation IV Deluxe?
And BTW... Carlisle Blues? My wallet hates you for posting those two side-by-side! -
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Thoughts on Akubra Federation IV Deluxe?
Thank you- Every bit of information helps! But when you measured yourself, was it 61cm on the tape measure? I may be obsessing, but this (sizing with a long oval head) is what burned me before and turned me off from hat wearing for years! The saving grace is that it seems that hatsdirect's... -
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Thoughts on Akubra Federation IV Deluxe?
UPDATE: SO I've been corresponding with a lovely lady at hatsdirect.com, who was willing to confirm my sizing. She informs me that there is a "memory wire" in the leather band which will mold to the shape of my head over time. Has anyone heard of this? And for those of you with Long Oval heads... -
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New, hatless and ashamed
I'm no expert ... but I'd have to agree with everyone here so far. Less tapering in the crown, no stingy brim, and give yourself a chance to see how good that'll look on you! -
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Is there a name for my preferred crease?
I was about to say "shield," but I realized I picked that up from Dinerman, too. -
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Thoughts on Akubra Federation IV Deluxe?
Thanks, gentlemen- the feedback is much appreciated.
