The Cap Faction

[Adnamira]

My Retro Sport is a size 60. My actual head size is 59.5. The cap is a bit loose on me, so maybe it is more like a 61. Got to be careful though, someone else on this thread bought a retro a size small and it was too tight. Thing I noticed with a lot of brands is that cap fit can vary with the fabric - you can get away with a looser fit with the thicker stiffer wools, but with the lighter fabrics you have to be more careful.

 

[Adnamira]

I'd say if you are between sizes then going the smaller size would probably work with the retro. Sounds like it isn't wise to go a full size too small, first time though.... sizes within brands can vary too. If you ever buy a City Sport and are between sizes, go the larger size - they have padded brims and will give a bit, but their sizing is snug.

 

[Flat Foot Floey]

I was the one who bought a cap too small.^^
I would say they are true to size. If you are goin to put a leather sweat in the "half size" would come in handy methinks.

 

[Pinesiw]

My crown cap/nathaniel cole:http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...100000063132344_1615340_2095617890_n.jpg?dl=1
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...100000063132344_1615344_1142671324_n.jpg?dl=1
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...100000063132344_1615343_1698848161_n.jpg?dl=1
One piece 8 panel donegal tweed wool mix cap:http://crowncap.com/catalog/product/wool-blend-donegal-ivy-cap/

 

[Adnamira]

Very nice cap, Pinesiw!

 

[Pinesiw]

Same style in brown, notice a much narrower brim
http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...26_100003897247088_12328_341384335_n.jpg?dl=1
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...97_100003897247088_12327_231341642_n.jpg?dl=1
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...23_100003897247088_12329_627032706_n.jpg?dl=1
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...7_100003897247088_12325_1530383634_n.jpg?dl=1
http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hpho...67_100003897247088_12326_278030607_n.jpg?dl=1

 

[randooch]

My brother went to a car show in Spokane and took this shot.

 

[Adnamira]

Another Wigens, vest and scarf moment. I can't believe I have so many caps and not one that really goes well with this scarf - it's an oversized merino wool scarf handloomed in India that I bought on ebay. Actually I should have take a picture with the retro sport, because it doesn't look too bad with it.

 

[BR Gordon]

Good looking scarf. It's hard to imagine needing a scarf, it's going to be 95 F here today.

 

[Johnny J]

This is what I'm working on. (More in "Gentlemen, show us what you've made" thread.)

 

[Adnamira]

Good looking scarf. It's hard to imagine needing a scarf, it's going to be 95 F here today.

-1 to 22 degree C here during the days and cold winds.

 

[Adnamira]

Nice one Johnny, looks very good.

 

[seabass]

:eusa_clap

This is what I'm working on. (More in "Gentlemen, show us what you've made" thread.)

Johnny J
Man you are a Artist !
That is a Beautiful Cap.:eusa_clap
I am Proud of you !
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[Johnny J]

Thanks guys! Will post finished pics later tonight, or tomorrow.

 

[The Wiser Hatter]

You have a great hat to copy from.

 

[Johnny J]

You have a great hat to copy from.

I did want to tweak it a little on the dimensions; lets see how the finished product comes out.

 

[HatsWV]

This is my latest acquisition, a truly custom hat from a fine vender on Etsy.

I wanted a flat cap with a valuminous crown similar to my newsboys. In the end I was able to specify the colors, the placement of the seams, the lining, the inclusion of a bit of elastic, and more all for a great price.

I'm more then pleased with the results.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/96801136/custom-order-driving-cap-of-recycled-or

 

[Adnamira]

Looks great, HatsWV. Great price. I'm starting to drift back to flat cap/driver cap or whatever they are, seeing more of these larger dimension style ones. They are easier to manage and look neat and tidy.

 

[Pinesiw]

Yea lookin good, I like this one:
http://img0-ec.etsystatic.com/il_fullxfull.315354220.jpg

 

[Chuck Naill]

I am enjoying the look and shade of the Hatpeople's "extra-full cut". It looks more like the cap my grandfather wore.