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[Bob Roberts]

Thanks, I...heeeyyyyy, wait a minute...

Lol. And (if desired) just getting used to.

 

[APP Adrian]

Lol. And (if desired) just getting used to.

Hey Bob, I sent you a PM.

 

[verdeo]

I have been reading many articles and posts, mostly regarding Fedora hats and have run across a number of acronyms. Most I can figure out after going back or through further reading such as: CD Campdraft, SB silver belly, and so on. Is there are thread that actually lists common acronyms for us not so knowledgeable? I am still trying to figure out what TAR might be and I am exhausted with the issue.

TIA, Gary

 

[Strapped-4-Cache]

TAR = Thin A** Ribbon.
WAR = Wide A** Ribbon.

 

[verdeo]

Bless you, Strapped! I can sleep tonight!

 

[Bob Roberts]

Great xchange!

 

[Frunobulax]

I've also seen TAR = Texas Approved Ribbon, but I'm not certain what that means.

/LSMFT

 

[verdeo]

Thanks, Frunobulax. I am relieved to know that its all about ribbons. It's been driving me crazy for weeks now.

 

[hatsRme]

You're right, though Verdeo! A glossary might be in order. Acronyms. Always ACRONYMS!

 

[Bob Roberts]

i've also seen tar = texas approved ribbon, but i'm not certain what that means.

/lsmft

wtf...?

 

[Chamuco]

Hi Fellows..

As per your knowledge which regula production hats most resembles Deep's one as Dillinger in Public Enemies ?

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[Chamuco]

+2. There are some members here who can wear their hats with the brim up or down--Bob Roberts, Moontheloon, and DH66 come to mind--and look good either way. Me, with the brim up I look like even more of an idiot than I usually do.

+3 I dont think the brim up fits me...

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[jlee562]

Like a factory hat?

The basic specs are 5 3/4" open crown height, 2" brim, 2" ribbon.

The thing is that the film hat is Optimo's Oxblood dye, which is not among the common colors.

So, if you have $650 burning a hole in your wallet:
http://optimo.com/collection/the-dillinger

There's a current Dobbs model called the Strand, which comes in Burgundy with a matching ribbon, which is pretty darn close for a blocked in crease, but it's wool:
http://www.muldoons.com/dobbs-100-wool-strand-ii-hats/pajiidjceibahfnl/product

The Black Cherry felt which is being used by Art Fawcett, Bob Jessee, an John Penman (among others) is a very close match to the Optimo felt as well.

 

[Chamuco]

Like a factory hat?

The basic specs are 5 3/4" open crown height, 2" brim, 2" ribbon.

The thing is that the film hat is Optimo's Oxblood dye, which is not among the common colors.

So, if you have $650 burning a hole in your wallet:
http://optimo.com/collection/the-dillinger

There's a current Dobbs model called the Strand, which comes in Burgundy with a matching ribbon, which is pretty darn close for a blocked in crease, but it's wool:
http://www.muldoons.com/dobbs-100-wool-strand-ii-hats/pajiidjceibahfnl/product

The Black Cherry felt which is being used by Art Fawcett, Bob Jessee, an John Penman (among others) is a very close match to the Optimo felt as well.

Thanks Jlee...

Just bought a lotto ticket... maybe I will end up getting it !! [emoji6] [emoji6]

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[ingineer]

Chamuco;
http://www.cappelleriamelegari.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=137&products_id=2946
there is a wait while they make it

 

[jlee562]

A black or dark brown 2" brim stingy with a ribbon replacement is also a good "close enough" option. Forgot to say that the film hat also has a welted edge. Black hat with a maroon band is one of my favorite combos.

 

[CONELRAD]

The other day, I accidentally rubbed a spot on the brim binding of my 1930s Westminster hat, and I'm a bit bothered by the damage done to one of my favorite hats. Is there anything you folks here would advise I do for it?

 

[alanfgag]

Don't do it again. You can't repair this type of wear on rayon grosgrain.

 

[hatsRme]

Don't do it again.

My father lives! Or, alternatively he might have said, "Do again, I didn't see how you did that."

 

[Bob Roberts]

My father lives! Or, alternatively he might have said, "Do again, I didn't see how you did that."

You are GROUNDED Charlie.