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FS - Outstanding Vintage 1930s/1940s Stephen L. Stetson

Rudie

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This is one of those beautiful late 30s/early 40s numbers with a tall, square crown and a medium size brim in a very good condition. No moth bites or holes, no stains. I would not part with this lovely lid if it fit my head. But since I can pull it over my ears, this is your chance to pick up a great fedora for a good price in a quality that cannot be found in hats made today.

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I am offering you a medium brown „Famous Ten“ Stephen L. Stetson with a wonderfully soft, pliable felt. It‘s a very versatile color that goes with virtually anything. The ribbon is in a steel grey and 4.4cm/1.73“ wide. To the right back the ribbon shows some wrinkles that should steam or iron out.

Labeled as a US 7 3/8, careful measuring of the inside circumference results in 58cm/7 1/4. With a little stretching this would probably work for a 7 3/8 size, too. The head opening measures 20.1cm/7.91“ by 17cm/6.69“.
The brim has a Cavanagh edge and measures 6.5cm/a little over 2.5“.
Crown height is 13.5cm/5.31“ bashed, 15cm/5.91“ open crown.

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It has a patented detachable leather sweat band that buttons in. It is 4.5cm/1.77“ wide, reeded and shows little or no wear.

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Not sure about the liner, could be silk. Behind the top of the liner is a disclaimer that Stephen L. Stetson Company is not connected with John B. Stetson or predecessors. The top of the liner is very lightly stained.

Union tag under the sweat band as well as another disclaimer.

The hat has a wind trolley, so you can wear it confidently in windy weather knowing it will not be soiled or blown away. There is a brownish discoloration on the trolley button (looks like rust), but it doesn‘t spoil the outstanding overall impression.

Asking €110 plus shipping. Shipping insured to the US is €36, to the EU €17 and to Germany €6.

You know this is a steal, so act now before somebody else does. PM, please.
 

Rodkins

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I should have known a super cool hat like this would come up in my size when I am "letting go of some hats" mode
 

Rudie

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I know the shipping rates are disgusting. But this hat is worth it. If it fit me this would be my favorite hat, easily beating my Whippet and even my 1930s Borsalino.
 

Chief000731

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I wear a 7 1/4 so I think it would fit. How do you send a PM or a e-mail I can't seem to do it I am interested in this hat but don't know how to contact the gentleman. If your able to send e-mail my address is
cjones731@windstream.net am I allowed to give that in a post?
Thank you all Carl
Nevermind I figured it out.
 
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Denton

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Rudie, did Canadian Cowboy or Chief buy this hat, or is it still available? If it's available, I am interested.

I can't use the pm feature, but I think you can send me an email through my profile.
 

Rudie

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Sale pending.

Denton, it seems you're too late. I'll let you know when the sale is final or if it becomes available again.
CC, you're welcome.
 

Chief000731

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Should be landing soon I can't wait. But it will be worth it, It looks very nice I'll post pics when it arrives.
I guess I don't have too the pictures are right here.
Carl
 

Chief000731

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Man still waiting it's still sitting in Germany, But it should be worth the wait!!! I'll let you know Rudie when it arrives. Still waiting on my Ultra Fino from Equador also they said it will take 15 to 28 days to arrive. I got the tracking # today so they should arrive about the same time.
Carl
 

Chief000731

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Hey Guys my hat just arrived from Rudie. This thing is BEAUTIFUL guys. You really missed out on this one and the fit is simply perfect, and the shipping wasn't that bad at all the DHL website wasn't updated so it looked like the hat was still at the DHL office in Germany. Sorry guys but I believe I got a damn good deal on this hat. Like I said it is simply beautiful. Thanks again Rudie.
Carl
P.S. Pictures to follow later today.
 

Rudie

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I'm glad you like it. :) DHL is notorious for their horrible service, so no surprise here.
 

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