Club Obi Wan

mcmanm

I was gonna ask the same thing. I’ve got a AB Raiders in beaver that Steve Reblocked for me. It was at the end of his hat making days and I have to admit it’s not what I was hoping for. He got the size wrong and it just looks “wonky”.
I’m in no rush. Does Steele & Jones do reblocks?

mcmanm

Cool. Keep us posted.

mcmanm

Have a Fed IV Deluxe that needs a reblock. Just debating on getting a new one vs spending money on a reblock and postage. Prices are really good lately.

mcmanm

Has anyone noticed Sheriff Hopper's fedora on Season 1 of Stranger Things? It has this crazy hybrid Crystal Skull/C Crown bash with no ribbon. It just looks great on him. Awesome character and awesome 80s sci fi/fantasy homage. Must see tv for sure.

mcmanm

Have a couple of Fed IVs and took out the linings only to remove the plastic. I put them back in and take out depending on the temperature.

mcmanm

Central Florida here. I've picked up a couple of Akubras this summer and I wear them more than my Penmans. They are a much lighter hat, especially without the liner. I've worn while doing yard work and in downpours. No issue with taper so far. If it gets wet I just pop out the bash and start over wh...

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i like the liners but not wild about the plastic. Here's what I do. 1. Remove the liner. 2. Take pair of scissors, start a whole and cut along the stitching. 3. Remove the plastic, then pull the perforated end along the stitching on the backside. Great way to remove the plastic and keep the liner at...

mcmanm

Yeah. Not a big deal. Easy to put back in if want to as well.

mcmanm

Does this mean you are ready to take "Everyman" orders?

mcmanm

Trying to get my head around it. Think you could post screen caps?

mcmanm

I agree. You can really get an outstanding Crystal Skull hat out these. I think even better than a Raiders.

mcmanm

Well, the Fed IV Deluxe Moonstone 59 came in the other day. Funny how each hat is different. Ordered the same way I did for the Brown, adding my size and shape of head, yet was just a tad big out of the box. I'm sure it will shrink so no big deal. Even though it's a factory hat, each has its own sma...

mcmanm

I took Michaelson's recommendation of giving the measurement and Head type (long oval) when I ordered my first hat. It fit perfect. Didn't even need the tape they include. Ordered another the same way that's on its way. Hope to get the same result.

mcmanm

Just got a Fed 4 Deluxe this eek and was surprised how soft and floppy it was. Nothing like the Standard I picked up here on the forum.

mcmanm

Will look different with it on your head as well. The pressure of your head on the sweatband will pull the brim up the way you want.

mcmanm

Been out of town and just received my Fed 4 Deluxe 59. Wow, what a hat! Again, have only owned custom hats from our awesome vendors prior to my "blind buy" of the carbon grey standard here on the forum that was a little snug at 58. Really surprised how soft it was out of box vs the standar...

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Passed though Winchester on way to Ironton, OH. In back of mind wondered if that was where they made the felt bodies. Do they have a store front? Always wondered if they did.

mcmanm

The Raiders hat was rabbit felt as were both Temple of Doom and the Last Crusade. The only hat that was beaver felt was Kingdom of the Crystsl Skull. I would recommend a thinner rabbit felt as well. They seem to get the "look" better than the thicker felts. The trade off is the higher prob...

mcmanm

What does that even look like?

mcmanm

Is there a good email out there to use?

mcmanm

I'll try to call.

mcmanm

Tried to order another PB Straw over the weekend. Looks like the link to their secure pay site is down and the mind spring email address comes back undeliverable. What gives?

mcmanm

You look great in the pics!

mcmanm

Really like this hat. Little snug and will probably use it for display. Just couldn't beat the price. Thinking of getting the Deluxe in the next size up. Had couple of questions for the owners of these hats. Is the Deluxe less prone to taper vs the Standard based on the felt? Is the Deluxe sweatband...

mcmanm

Took the plunge and removed the plastic from the liner. Just separate the plastic from the liner so you can start a hole with scissors. Cut right down the middle of the plastic. Then just gently pull away from where it's sewn. The plastic has become perforated the way it was sewn to the liner. Turn ...

mcmanm

Picked up the Grey Clipper from a member on the site. Guessing it's the other one of two hats that started this post. Let me say I've never owned a Fed 4 let alone any factory hat. A few 1st impressions. Felt seems pretty smooth for imperial felt. Can only imagine what the deluxe must be like. Color...

mcmanm

Great post. Was hoping for some pics of the hat right out of the box unbashed to see what you were talking about. Also, sweatband, ribbon, etc.

mcmanm

Looks cool from far away. Would be nice to get close up video with new update.

mcmanm

Looks interesting. Are their any pics of it on your head? Pics outside in natural light. Think that would help in the decision making process.

mcmanm

Got an email from Dusty today. He's not offering any hats anymore. Said it got too expensive. Too bad. I think he really filled a void when it came to a quality straw fedora. I've had a few, and his was by far the best.

mcmanm

Was looking at getting another F&G. It had been awhile, but went to Dusty's site, but didn't really see anything pertaining to the hats or prices. Tried to email, but haven't heard back. Anyone received a tan F&G and can update us about prices, etc?

Matt

mcmanm

Dude,

Can't go wrong with John. Has made all my hats, CS included. Didn't have Steve blocks when he made mine, but looks and feels fantastic. My first and favorite hat. The bonus is he is a cool guy.

mcmanm

Forgot to mention I also have had the PB Milan straw for the last 4 years. Decent hat, but has definitely lost its shape over the years. I definitely prefer the more rugged straw of Crease n Corral.

mcmanm

Here are the pics. http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo256/mcmanm/E99F0497-2E6B-4CD1-86B3-D91218DE4999-4476-000002B267301B3E.jpg http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo256/mcmanm/46A84165-8B8F-46FC-8DFA-847FF4FB0FFE-4476-000002B2A92D2804.jpg http://i381.photobucket.com/albums/oo256/mcmanm/4689A367-DE...

mcmanm

Discovered these hats late last summer and just didnt pick one up. Contacted Dusty about a month ago to see if he still made these hats since there was no sign of them on his site. Said he was waiting for the summer shipment of straw bodies at the time. He still makes the Fortune and Glory and the T...

mcmanm

John is always there to accomodate. He will even give you the window when he is ready to work on your hat so you are not without for very long.

mcmanm

I've gotten a couple of the Jaxson fedoras on Amazon. Really nice for the price.

mcmanm

If memory serves me correct, I think Steve sent them a Raiders style hat in the beginning. Think Bernie and Steven liked the hat, but not the bash. That's when Steve changed the bash to meet their requirement of continuity with LC.

mcmanm

Congrats. Feels like "just one of the guys" is making it big time.

Matt

mcmanm

According to Steve Delk, I actually wear HF's exact size 22 15/16" long oval. He said he used the same block hat he used for the Hero hat to make mine. Thought it was cool. Actually got an extra sweatband from the film by accident that said H. Ford inside.

mcmanm

How's the color of the new Mag bag compared to the last version? I had to dye mine cause it was too tan.

mcmanm

Here is my Penman Beaver CS after I had it reblocked on, at the time, his updated CS block. I compared it to an AB Beaver CS just for fun. funny thing is I forget which one is which. Think John's is on the left. http://s381.photobucket.com/albums/oo256/mcmanm/?action=view&current=IMG_0858.jpg&qu...

mcmanm

Anyone else get one of these? Pics?

mcmanm

I'll try and put some on here. It's been awhile.

Matt

mcmanm

I have one of John's CS hats. His newer CS block, maybe 18 months old or so, is darn close to the AB. It's actually my favorite hat. Definitely go beaver if you get a CS and have him put one of his gold liners in it. It will look SA and last longer. I have one of John's Raiders in rabbit as well. Lo...

mcmanm

Lee,

It's been awhile. Good to see you around. I bought my first hat from you the summer of 08. Is your website up and running? Any new product lines, etc?

Matt

mcmanm

Seem to have lost my old Magnoli I got 4 years ago. I liked it, but I had to dye it back then since it was too tan. Was wondering if anyone has purchased the above bags recently. Have their been any updates to the look, quality, etc? Thanks again for the feedback.

Matt

mcmanm

Will try to this weekend. Thanks.

Matt

mcmanm

Had my Penman Raiders rabbit for few years now. Anyone else had trouble keeping their Raiders bash from popping out? Always seems to loosen up after wearing it for a bit.

Matt

mcmanm

Here's the big question. Did you see HF? What was he sporting? Could/can you get close enough to sign your hat? That would be awesome!

Matt

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