Early 1900's Vented Bowler, Very Good Condition, 7 1/8

[randooch]

This is a real beauty, jet black (not dark gray like the pictures show).

5 1/2 inches tall, head opening is 7 5/8 by 6 1/8, dimensional brim is 2 1/8 front & back, 1 3/8 (including curl) side to side.

Grosgrain is impeccable.

Sweatband is not brittle, but not wonderfully soft, either. It has a rolled top edge and a taped seam. The reeded area has some rough spots, but stitching looks intact all around. I pulled it back enough to find a crumbly size tag, but didn't want to turn it out entirely. Its new owner can decide whether to lubricate the leather or just leave it alone.

I'm posting a few pictures, but have more, so if you're interested PM me and I'll send you more. I don't know what to ask for it, but you know what you'd be happy to pay, so don't be shy. If there's no interest within a few days, I'll toss it into the bay, but I do hope one you bowler-less Loungers will give it a home.

Sorry I can't narrow down the date better. I'm just going by what Brad was kind enough to relate to me.

Front View:

 

[Joshbru3]

PM sent

 

[randooch]

I guess I should narrow down the price range. Over 50 and under 100. Does that work?

 

[randooch]

On Ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280801252331#ht_737wt_906

 

[randooch]

I added a B.I.N. price. If a Lounger uses that feature, I'll discount the hat 10%.

 

[randooch]

Sold for the BIN.

To a Lounger?

 

[Edward_Lindey]

Yes indeed,

Edward

 

[randooch]

Discount applied on Ebay invoice.

Enjoy the bowler, and post a picture of it in action soon!