Hat Bashing

In-depth discussion of the Fedora of Indiana Jones and all other hats appearing in the Indiana Jones movies

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morethanatimelord
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Post by morethanatimelord »

hi

im very new here and i have been looking for a really good indy hat for a while now. this forum has really helped me out so thanks to all you guys :) iv decided on a akubra fed iv. my question is where can i find a good, clear guide into bashing the hat to either the radiers or crystal skull style?

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Post by Cole »

Take a look here or here

These are the two tutorials I know but I bet there are plenty more out there. :)
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Post by morethanatimelord »

thank you kindly :)

is the Akubra fed iv easy to bash? i know some rabbit fur can be a little arkward at times.
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Yes it is dead easy. Set the bash how you want it, then use only an ever so slight amount of steam to briefly soften the felt (do it in one location at a time) and then hold it in position until the felt re-stiffens as it cools.

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Jones Boy wrote:Yes it is dead easy. Set the bash how you want it, then use only an ever so slight amount of steam to briefly soften the felt (do it in one location at a time) and then hold it in position until the felt re-stiffens as it cools.

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I needed that....thanks Jonesy
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