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Does it fit?
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I'm a 56.5, so I ordered a 57, after Ron said these run small. This one must not have gotten the message!
I'm a 56.5, so I ordered a 57, after Ron said these run small. This one must not have gotten the message!
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Re: Does it fit?
A PERFECT FIT!!!!!citRon wrote:[img][img]http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b341/ ... 0_2435.jpg[/img]!
Regards! Michaelson
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Re: Does it fit?
well...it definitely would shade my face!Michaelson wrote:A PERFECT FIT!!!!!citRon wrote:[img][img]http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b341/ ... 0_2435.jpg[/img]!
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One more go, sorry, maybe a mod could remove my pitiful attempts
http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackbuck1/2456779099/.jpg
What stupid mistake am i making? Is flicker no good for this? Anyway for now you could always paste the link if you are interested!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackbuck1/2456779099/.jpg
What stupid mistake am i making? Is flicker no good for this? Anyway for now you could always paste the link if you are interested!
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No problem, ogs. If you are using flickr, you have an option to use the medium sized image ("image size" icon is at the top of the image when viewing flickr). Use the medium or smaller sizes to link to and you should be fine. For instance, the top on above is perfect, the one beneath is a bit on the big side.
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I guess its my turn to present my Fed IV. For those who like to like pics I have plenty to go around.
First Impression: I got lucky with my shipping. The box came unharmed and no extra fees (My sympathies to those who've had difficulties)
Upon taking out the hat... The hat was SOFT, much softer than when I got the Adventurer and my current camptown. It isn't as thick, But just as was hoping, this is DEFINITLY my dress hat and exactly what I was hoping for. It's much darker than my fieldmaster but that is what I was expecting since I think the LC hat was darker than the Raiders hat. I wanted a LC, and fiddling around with my BCF, DP, DM, and my Fieldmaster I was better prepared for this one. I am VERY VERY HAPPY with this hat. NOTE ON SIZING: I was afraid 58 would be too small, but it turns out that it was actually loose I needed a full roll of tape to get it snug, but I am sure that the band will shrink just right over time. So just from my experience, order your regular size.
So I've taken a BUNCH of pictures and afew side by side with my Fieldmaster. To follow the rules I will post 6 up here and the rest you can click on. I HIGHLY recommend this hat to anyone who's considering one.
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0357.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0358.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0372.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... _03733.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0374.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0376.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0363.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0364.jpg
First Impression: I got lucky with my shipping. The box came unharmed and no extra fees (My sympathies to those who've had difficulties)
Upon taking out the hat... The hat was SOFT, much softer than when I got the Adventurer and my current camptown. It isn't as thick, But just as was hoping, this is DEFINITLY my dress hat and exactly what I was hoping for. It's much darker than my fieldmaster but that is what I was expecting since I think the LC hat was darker than the Raiders hat. I wanted a LC, and fiddling around with my BCF, DP, DM, and my Fieldmaster I was better prepared for this one. I am VERY VERY HAPPY with this hat. NOTE ON SIZING: I was afraid 58 would be too small, but it turns out that it was actually loose I needed a full roll of tape to get it snug, but I am sure that the band will shrink just right over time. So just from my experience, order your regular size.
So I've taken a BUNCH of pictures and afew side by side with my Fieldmaster. To follow the rules I will post 6 up here and the rest you can click on. I HIGHLY recommend this hat to anyone who's considering one.
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0357.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0358.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0372.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... _03733.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0374.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0376.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0363.jpg
http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg93 ... G_0364.jpg
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Okay, the Federation hats for my boys arrived yesterday and they were ecstatic (they were hopping around like Christmas morning). My eldest boy (with the smaller head required one strip of foam around the back and his hat (a 54) fitted him perfectly - there is plenty of room for shrinkage (and some for growth on his behalf). Here are some pics of his hat on.
and one not
and one with my Adventurer side by side
I didn't realise that the AkAd hat so much taper going on, although when I looked at it again the bash in the top was deep and pulling the sides in somewhat. When it is sitting on my head the sides look parallel.
Anyway I am really looking forward to the day when I can pick up a Fed Dlx for myself
and one not
and one with my Adventurer side by side
I didn't realise that the AkAd hat so much taper going on, although when I looked at it again the bash in the top was deep and pulling the sides in somewhat. When it is sitting on my head the sides look parallel.
Anyway I am really looking forward to the day when I can pick up a Fed Dlx for myself
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Was he happy? - let me see He wore it to bed last night (I had to rescue it before it got slept on) and this morning it was on his head again for breakfast!
The colour and texture of the Fed IV is spot on. I am seriously considering making a block and re-blocking the Ad. A project for later on.
Cheers
Jonesy
The colour and texture of the Fed IV is spot on. I am seriously considering making a block and re-blocking the Ad. A project for later on.
Cheers
Jonesy
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My federation...
I have been holding off posting pics of my regular federation until I got the bash just right. I think I have finally gotten it to where I like it. One of my favorite parts of the fedora are the humps, and as you can see in the pics below, I started out with none, and got it down petty well (I think).
When I received my Fed, the box was crushed to half its size. I was hoping that the fedora was still in tact, but the crown was pushed in. However, I just pushed the back out and softened it per Lee Keppler's video. Then I sat on it and then softened it again. Now from playing with it so much, you can't even tell anything happened to it.
I ended up putting some fullers that I got from Todd on it, and I think it added a lot of subtle character to it (is it possible to have a lot of subtle? )
My bash started out being a CS bash, but then I wanted to tighten it to be more a a raiders, so now its kinda a tight CS bash.
You could call it a "Crystal Raiders!"
Below is are a couple of pics to show the process of getting the humps right.
Tell me what you think!
I'm anxious to see what you guys think!
When I received my Fed, the box was crushed to half its size. I was hoping that the fedora was still in tact, but the crown was pushed in. However, I just pushed the back out and softened it per Lee Keppler's video. Then I sat on it and then softened it again. Now from playing with it so much, you can't even tell anything happened to it.
I ended up putting some fullers that I got from Todd on it, and I think it added a lot of subtle character to it (is it possible to have a lot of subtle? )
My bash started out being a CS bash, but then I wanted to tighten it to be more a a raiders, so now its kinda a tight CS bash.
You could call it a "Crystal Raiders!"
Below is are a couple of pics to show the process of getting the humps right.
Tell me what you think!
I'm anxious to see what you guys think!
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Re: My federation...
That bash looks VERY LC If you look at my LC Reference thread you can see how.swcrazyfan wrote:You could call it a "Crystal Raiders!"
Below is are a couple of pics to show the process of getting the humps right.
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Re: My federation...
Thats really funny how that turned out. I tried to get a CS bash. I guess the CS bash and the LC are similar. I am really liking my fedora!IndianaSolo wrote:That bash looks VERY LC If you look at my LC Reference thread you can see how.
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Re: My federation...
I actually think that the CS bash is a Raiders block with an LC Bash and a ToD brim. I could be wrong, STEVE YOU OUT THERE???swcrazyfan wrote:Thats really funny how that turned out. I tried to get a CS bash. I guess the CS bash and the LC are similar. I am really liking my fedora!IndianaSolo wrote:That bash looks VERY LC If you look at my LC Reference thread you can see how.
First some background:
I currently have a Fed III deluxe and a Peter’s Bros. The Fed III is a size 60 and fits a little snug. After information received on this forum, I decided to increase my size to a 61 and then fretted about whether I’d made the right choice. My Fed IV arrived Friday and all is well. Like many here, I have a long oval head. I measure a 59 and wear a 60 to prevent the dreaded “red line” syndrome. The box arrived during a torrential downpour without so much as a crease or dent. My wife signed for the package and there was no customs fee. So far, so good. This is my first new fedora and my first open crown experience. Shaping was much easier than expected. Just use the advice posted on the form and dive in. As this felt is much stiffer than the older crop of Feds, I highly recommend steam. I picked up a small handheld steamer that holds about a half cup of water and gives about 15 minutes of steam. The nice thing about this device is that it can stand on its own or be picked up and directed at a target. This made the job much easier with fewer burned fingers.
I don’t think I could add much more about the high quality of construction, materials and block-shape of this hat. One thing that bothered me a bit was the bow. I think it’s a great improvement over the old style. However, in making the bow as flat as possible, it looses some character. I solved this by using a spent plastic gift card. First, cut the card into an elongated triangle that will slip under the ribbon of the bow. Then use steam and your fingers to put a nice flying-V crease into the fabric. Worked great for me and it really brings the bow to life. I’d like to post pictures, but I currently lack that ability.
For all those involved with this project, my heartfelt thanks. To Ron, I predict that there will be some ramping up of production. You’ve got a winner here. Thanks again.
Prescott
I currently have a Fed III deluxe and a Peter’s Bros. The Fed III is a size 60 and fits a little snug. After information received on this forum, I decided to increase my size to a 61 and then fretted about whether I’d made the right choice. My Fed IV arrived Friday and all is well. Like many here, I have a long oval head. I measure a 59 and wear a 60 to prevent the dreaded “red line” syndrome. The box arrived during a torrential downpour without so much as a crease or dent. My wife signed for the package and there was no customs fee. So far, so good. This is my first new fedora and my first open crown experience. Shaping was much easier than expected. Just use the advice posted on the form and dive in. As this felt is much stiffer than the older crop of Feds, I highly recommend steam. I picked up a small handheld steamer that holds about a half cup of water and gives about 15 minutes of steam. The nice thing about this device is that it can stand on its own or be picked up and directed at a target. This made the job much easier with fewer burned fingers.
I don’t think I could add much more about the high quality of construction, materials and block-shape of this hat. One thing that bothered me a bit was the bow. I think it’s a great improvement over the old style. However, in making the bow as flat as possible, it looses some character. I solved this by using a spent plastic gift card. First, cut the card into an elongated triangle that will slip under the ribbon of the bow. Then use steam and your fingers to put a nice flying-V crease into the fabric. Worked great for me and it really brings the bow to life. I’d like to post pictures, but I currently lack that ability.
For all those involved with this project, my heartfelt thanks. To Ron, I predict that there will be some ramping up of production. You’ve got a winner here. Thanks again.
Prescott
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OK, I'm getting properly interested in this now - I always intended this hat to have a Raiders bash and so I've been reading the tutorials and looking at reference photos and this is where I'm at so far...
I feel I'm getting there now but any (gentle, constructive ) advice would be gratefully received...
...I think
Cheers
Alex
I feel I'm getting there now but any (gentle, constructive ) advice would be gratefully received...
...I think
Cheers
Alex
Risu, in the end to get the pinch I wanted I used cold water in an atomizing spray to dampen the area. I'm not advising anyone to do that you understand. The tutorials say you don't need steam/water but it just kept springing back while dry. I've also been pinching it over a period of time - tightening it gradually.
Thanks, bigrex
Funnily enough Raiders is on here on TV in the UK as I type (build-up to KOTCS ). As we know the bash varies throughout the film but I think I'm getting closer to a 'generic' Raiders bash than I was...
Cheers
Alex
Thanks, bigrex
Funnily enough Raiders is on here on TV in the UK as I type (build-up to KOTCS ). As we know the bash varies throughout the film but I think I'm getting closer to a 'generic' Raiders bash than I was...
Cheers
Alex
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Hey, Alex,
Your hat is looking EXCELLENT, now. The extra time you've put into it is really starting to pay off. I think your aim for a 'generic Raiders' bash is a good idea...kind of what I was going for - it's difficult to want to pick out one single scene to have the hat modeled after. It's just nice to be able to look at your hat and say, "THAT'S Raiders". =) Take care.
Cheers,
-Steve H
Your hat is looking EXCELLENT, now. The extra time you've put into it is really starting to pay off. I think your aim for a 'generic Raiders' bash is a good idea...kind of what I was going for - it's difficult to want to pick out one single scene to have the hat modeled after. It's just nice to be able to look at your hat and say, "THAT'S Raiders". =) Take care.
Cheers,
-Steve H
Thanks, Steve. I think your bash came together much quicker
In the first pic it looks like I have the dreaded taper but I think it's a mix of the wide angle camera lens and the fact there's still a little bit of 'flare' at the base where the hat was a little too big...
I'm tempted (when funds allow ) to get another Fed IV a size down and start afresh...
Cheers
Alex
In the first pic it looks like I have the dreaded taper but I think it's a mix of the wide angle camera lens and the fact there's still a little bit of 'flare' at the base where the hat was a little too big...
I'm tempted (when funds allow ) to get another Fed IV a size down and start afresh...
Cheers
Alex
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Alex,
Did you try that 'lampshade method' everyone is talking about in regards to shrinking your hat ever-so-slightly? I used it just tonight on my Fed IV, and it worked wonders. In actuality, it doesn't shrink the hat, but the sweat band. Pop the sweat band out of the hat (so it's hanging below the brim), moisten it with water (I just used water on my fingers), and then put some paper towels inside the crown (this keeps the lining from melting). Place the hat on top of a lamp and let the heat dry out that sweatband for ten minutes or so. In the end, your hat will fit WONDERFULLY!! =) Funny thing is...I've been thinking of ordering another Fed just so I can beat one completely to death!!! I really want a hat that I can be as rugged as possible with. Despite the reputation of Akubras being super-resilient, I am still careful with this one, for some reason! =)
-Steve H
Did you try that 'lampshade method' everyone is talking about in regards to shrinking your hat ever-so-slightly? I used it just tonight on my Fed IV, and it worked wonders. In actuality, it doesn't shrink the hat, but the sweat band. Pop the sweat band out of the hat (so it's hanging below the brim), moisten it with water (I just used water on my fingers), and then put some paper towels inside the crown (this keeps the lining from melting). Place the hat on top of a lamp and let the heat dry out that sweatband for ten minutes or so. In the end, your hat will fit WONDERFULLY!! =) Funny thing is...I've been thinking of ordering another Fed just so I can beat one completely to death!!! I really want a hat that I can be as rugged as possible with. Despite the reputation of Akubras being super-resilient, I am still careful with this one, for some reason! =)
-Steve H