Due to the fact that I blew my head gasket on my Jeep, plus new brakes for my wife's car, and I am too impatient to wait until next fall for a new hat, I decided I would start off my hat collection with this one and work my way up to an AB. This way has the added benefit of letting me practice bashing without trashing a higher quality hat.
Here's a couple of pics of the hat right out of the box:
Three-quarter View
Side View
Front View
As you can see, the brim is a little malformed, but not badly. It also has the tear-drop crown, so I will be checking out the wooden spoon tutorial recommended by VP over the weekend.
I'm going to shoot for the idol grab bash, but I don't think I'll try that little offset bit. Just getting it to look decent will be challenge enough!
Opinions? Advice? Offers for a personal tutorial on bashing? Offers to bash it for me if I supply all the beer? Offers to come to my house and bash it for me?
. It looks as if you'll have as good results with yours. When you remove the teardrop bash be sure to gently remove the outline before you complete the new bash. I used a damp cloth and a soft bristle toothbrush to remove it by gently raising the nap. good luck and look forward to seeing your results.
I didn't realize that was your store! I actually just ordered a second one in a size smaller, just to make sure I have a good fit. Had I realized I would have just made plans to come down and see you. 
