Black Sheep Hat Works

[Chepstow]

Mike, gorgeous Hat, that looks like a Jackpot for you! You look sharp!

 

[mikespens]

Thanks David, I love the ostrich sweat too, not to mention the nice lacing of the bow too.

Thanks Manfred, I waited a long time for this one but it was worth it!

 

[1961MJS]

Hi

Nice hat, I like the color and the Ostrich sweat band. Most Ostrich I've felt was SOFT, that might be a good idea for others to copy. Was it more expensive?

Later

 

[DJH]

CPT and Mike, super hats, guys.

It's always nice to see more of Bob's work - he is just so super creative.

I'm thinking about a Black Sheep milan for next summer, already!

 

[mikespens]

Thanks Mike, the ostrich sweat is a no cost option.

David, your right about Bob and in case you don't know, he has access to some vintage style grass milan now as well as the hemp. The grass milan is really soft and flexible.

 

[TomS]

Mike:
Thats an absolutely gorgeous lid. The color is terrific for you!
Best,
Tom

 

[mikespens]

Thank you Tom, it's been a worthwhile wait.

 

[CPT/VSG]

Received delivery of a Keynote this week. I'm on the road so no pics yet but Bob has photo of it up on his Facebook page. I went with an underwelt rather than raw brim. Usual excellent Black Sheep product.

 

[randooch]

Mike, that is your best so far!
Looks fantastic!!!!! I love that crease!
Great work Bob !

Yeah! Mike, now you're cookin' with GAS!

 

[mikespens]

Thanks Randall, guess that makes me a connoisseur

 

[Hoyt Clagwell]

Add my thumbs up to the list Mike!

 

[mikespens]

Thanks, appreciated Hoyt!

 

[Joshbru3]

Introduction to Washington rain:

That hat looks wonderful on you!! Congrats!!

Fine wide ostrich sweat and pimp liner:

Bob does some wonderful work, but this is what interests me the most. I LOVE that he uses ostrich for the sweatband. Its a touch that is unseen today. Its also wonderful that he used that great vintage looking rear sweatband ribbon technique. Is the sweatband 2 inches wide?

 

[mikespens]

Thanks Josh. The sweat is 2" wide. Bob is a student of the vintage hat as well as having a creative vision of his own. His workmanship is beyond reproach. He loves a challenge, just ask.

 

[CPT/VSG]

A variation on the Keynote arrived. Rather than a raw brim, I had Bob do an underwelt. Usual great Black Sheep quality and the shade of gray will be very versatile.

The sweatband seemed even nicer than my others:

And a headshot--gotta learn to smile.

 

[bowlerman]

Congratulations-- very, very sharp!

 

[mikespens]

Congrats CPT, a worthy addition. Love the contrast of the ribbon in light, really jumps out but not flashy.

 

[seabass]

CPT,
a excellent hat you have there i admire the extra deep bashing & im a brim stitch fan very nice.
A superior custom hat that bleeds pure vintage vibe !
bravo !

 

[jlee562]

I am lamenting my lack of funds for a new Black Sheep hat.

CPT, a great lid, congrats!

 

[Blackthorn]

Great hat! The Keynote...must get one....