Which Boater would you buy??

[SHARPETOYS]

Here is two boater Straws from two company's

First Baron Hats. 3.5 inch crown Brim 3 inch's Cost $82.00 Shipping $22.63 {A rip off to me} Total $104.63

http://baronhats.com/straw_boater.htm


Top Hatter Co.
Hat Two. 4 inch crown. So the crown is a 1/2 taller brim is the same 3 inches. Cost $79.95 shipping $10.50 total $90.45

http://www.top-hats.com/2629.htm

It not so much the price I do hate sellers that rip you off on shipping charges.

I want the best Boater. Main difference is 1/2 in the crown and price.

Both hats are made in Italy and I like both ribbons.

Which would you choose.??? I could use your help!!
Thanks,

Sharpey

 

[android]

I've look at Baron's before and looking into ordering one for my weird long oval head. They quoted back an astoundingly high price, even for a custom hat. Nonetheless, I like the look of the Baron's hat better.

The proportions of the Top Hat boater don't look right to me.

 

[up196]

Choose wisely . . .

The hat pictured on the Baron Hats site has a 2" brim, so it technically is a skimmer. The boater on the Top Hats site has the 3" brim, and they also show a 2" brim skimmer for comparison.

My two are both skimmers; the 3" wide brim, to me, has a more 1900-1910 look, while the skimmer is more 1920s.

 

[SHARPETOYS]

The hat pictured on the Baron Hats site has a 2" brim, so it technically is a skimmer. The boater on the Top Hats site has the 3" brim, and they also show a 2" brim skimmer for comparison.

My two are both skimmers; the 3" wide brim, to me, has a more 1900-1910 look, while the skimmer is more 1920s.

On Baron hats on the right that boater has a 3 inch brim.

http://baronhats.com/straw_boater.htm


Top hats crown is 1/2 taller than Baron . They both have a 3 inch brim which I do want.

What do you think after looking again is the better Boater??

 

[BellyTank]

That one on the TopHats site is one WEIRD looking hat- doesn't look like either style- the proportion is lost... No?

BT.

 

[SHARPETOYS]

Thats why I need my friends.

That one on the TopHats site is one WEIRD looking hat- doesn't look like either style- the proportion is lost... No?

BT.

I can't make my mind up!!

 

[BellyTank]

Having been visiting here for more than a few months now,
and being accustomed to your antics, I wouldn't put it past you to buy both-
-just in case-

BT.

 

[SHARPETOYS]

Nope

I just want one!! Really.

 

[BellyTank]

Sure!

Heard that before...

BT.

 

[BellyTank]

Me?

I honestly wouldn't know a 'good' one from a mediochre one but they all seem to be $70+. From my limited knowledge, they don't seem like a 'quality' item, although they're not so cheap. They all seem to be about the same from what I can see- just go with the supplier you trust most.
-Wait 'til someone more knowledgable pipes up.
I can almost smell the hole that'sa burning in your pocket...

Of course there's
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=14065&item=8180894188&rd=1

...but you're bigger than 7 1/4 aren't you.(?)

If I were you- I'd not invest 'til I invest-igated the style further-
but then I'm financially deprived and you seem more buoyant...

I'm talking crap now...
Enjoy your weekend!

BT.

 

[SHARPETOYS]

Need a 7 1/2

JP. Said get a size bigger.I need a 7.5 on this style of straw.

 

[up196]

Size and proportion

That one on the TopHats site is one WEIRD looking hat- doesn't look like either style- the proportion is lost... No?BT.

A boater in size 7 1/2 will look less out of proportion. When I went to buy mine, the boater on display was small, something like a 6 3/4, and it looked like the one on the Top Hats site.

When I go to Baron's site, the only picture that comes up is the skimmer at the top of the page. You might want to contact them both and ask who makes their hats. You may find out they are the same, even though they describe them differently as far as crown height.

 

[Matt Deckard]

Proportionally the Baron hat is better for looks in my opinion. The top hatter hat i believe is too big and would look a bit funky. More for a gondoleer than a city gent in my opinion.

price wise check this out too. I think it's the same hat Baron has.
http://www.villagehatshop.com/skimmer.html

 

[jamespowers]

Looking at it again, I think Matt might be right. The weave on the Baron looks to be straighter too.

Regards to all,

J

 

[Wild Root]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=14065&item=8300267256&rd=1

That might work for you Sharpie. The price is right and it's real deal.

Root.

 

[jamespowers]

The seller also has another one with a polka dot ribbon but that one will cost you more.

Regards to all,

J

 

[Wild Root]

Wow, I never seen a boater with a polka dot ribbon before! That's hot stuff!

Any yeah, look at that bid, it's 39 bucks right now and there is still 5 days to go on it!

Root.

 

[SHARPETOYS]

Size

I wear a 7 3/8 Do I buy 1 size larger like JP said MR. Root.

Thanks,

Sharpey

 

[jamespowers]

I wear a 7 3/8 Do I buy 1 size larger like JP said MR. Root.

Aren't you a 7 3/8 long oval? Better go up an extra size only if it is.

Regards to all,

J

 

[SHARPETOYS]

yes sir

Yes Long oval The perfect head.