Stetson hat Age identification by the liner

[Rusty Crudd]

Hi,

I buy, sell and collect Stetson hats and other old western hats I find in thrift shops around Central Texas.

I have been looking for a in depth book that will help me identify a Stetson hat by the liner that is in it.

There used to be a really informative website,
www.publiusforum.com/2011/01/01/dating-stetsons-company-crests-hat-liners/
This site no longer works.

I have Stetson Hats 1865-1970 by Jeffery B. Snyder. This book does not have pictures of all the liners used from the beginning of the Stetson Hat Company.
Does anyone have a suggestion on a book or website?
Thanks!

 

[Edward Reed]

here is a thread that started SEP 26, 2008 with some logos and info that may help you
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/dating-vintage-stetsons-by-liner-a-field-guide.32679/

 

[Rusty Crudd]

I will check it out, Thanks!