I always liked Mark's adage, not every hat's a unicorn. No matter how bad we want it to be.
According to some Loungers they're still expendable; they're just objects.
It is always a tough call as to how much should I restore a hat it without it losing at least some of its well earned 'wear and tear' or patina. The hat came out fairly clean but there was a part of me that wanted to change out the ribbon too as the original did not clean up much at all. I love the bash you put into it.
Meant to add I'm glad Bob lost neither life or limb dealing with that ****ed off dust devil.
Dang.. that’s some crown
Would love to see more if you’re willing to share
John Lofgren Monkey Boots Shinki Horsebuttt - $1,136 The classic monkey boot silhouette in an incredibly rich Shinki russet horse leather. 
Grant Stone Diesel Boot Dark Olive Chromexcel - $395 Goodyear welted, Horween Chromexcel, classic good looks. 
Schott 568 Vandals Jacket - $1,250 The classic Perfecto motorcycle jacket, in a very special limited-edition Schott double rider style.
You know the deal. The new FL thinks preservation, documentation, & restoration of old hats is boring. I haven't done a full post up since.
