I'm entering into the bowler game with this here specimen. It was listed as a homburg from the 40's. And the liner doesn't have those fancy pleats but I got it for super cheap so we shall see. Once I receive it, I'll be posting up photos over in What Hat Are You Struggling To Wear In Public.
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MikeinRome
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Edit: This transaction is being canceled. It was pointed out to me from a fellow lounger with firsthand experience with this particular hat that there is serious damage that was not disclosed in the listing, nor was it clearly shown in the photos. It is very difficult, if not impossible to see this damage on black felt. It has not shipped and I have asked to cancel and apply a refund.
Sadly, I am withdrawing, no, I'm postponing my bowler membership for now. I'm very appreciative and grateful for the fine gentlemen of this lounge who are thoughtful and compassionate enough to lookout for others here.
Carry on.
The Lost Cowboy
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Sorry to hear this Phil. Glad you were warned off the purchase. I foresee other exciting bowler acquisitions in your future, however!
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Such is life.... Thank you, Nathan.
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Anyone interested in a size 7?
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Looks like a Stevens “Playboy“
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It is fun to find these old lesser known brands.. and I’m always excited to see what shade of blue the felt is in person. In any case I’m quite sure though this one will be different from anything else in my collection.
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I’m right there with you, brother. From what I can see, it looks like something special.
TheOldFashioned
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I agree, Joe. I got a McKibben in a vibrant blueberry blue waiting in the queue to be debuted.
With St. Louis on that liner I wonder if there will be any connection to Langenberg.
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This hat belongs in Holland…maybe there’s a Huckel Seal Velour in 62cm that wants a trip the the USA? Sounds like an even trade to me.
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Should clean up.
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That is possible especially with their penchant for making store brand hats.
Well, I have two small sized velour hats you can maybe sew together to get to that size.This hat belongs in Holland…maybe there’s a Huckel Seal Velour in 62cm that wants a trip the the USA? Sounds like an even trade to me.
dkstott
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Whippet Sunday morning hike. I purchased this from JJ hats during the peak of the pandemic. They were selling them barely above cost to keep the doors open.
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This hat has intrigued me for a long time and today I submitted an offer that was accepted. I’ll sell it once my curiosity is satisfied, and I accept I’ll be lucky to break even.
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I'm guessing that will be a lightweight one! And it's O.P.S. era to boot. Good get Joe -- looking forward to seeing more.
