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darthbish,
Looks good on ya! Hat really fits your face well.
Nice turn too.
B
Looks good on ya! Hat really fits your face well.
Nice turn too.
B
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I haven't browsed this thread in some time. Probably not since the last post I made here. There have been some fantastic hats recently. Great bash jobs, just great looking hats.. period. Good work guys!
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Hi,
I wonder what will happen if I use warm water to bash my fed IV deluxe. Have you ever tried to do it?
Thanks,
I wonder what will happen if I use warm water to bash my fed IV deluxe. Have you ever tried to do it?
Thanks,
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well.........
I'd hazard a guess and say it'll get wet.
I'd hazard a guess and say it'll get wet.
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Clutters likes thisYojimbo Jones wrote:Wow! Now I don't need to image what Clive Owen would look like as Indy. VERY cool look, man. Don't touch the bash!Clutters wrote:Ok, here's my Raven Bar Bash attempt. My first bash of a hat ever.
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You dont need warm water. I use distilled room temp water in a spray bottle. Works perfectly.Wojtek wrote:Hi,
I wonder what will happen if I use warm water to bash my fed IV deluxe. Have you ever tried to do it?
Thanks,
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After looking through these pages I decided to fiddle with my hat again. I have thought, for a long time, that the front of the crown was just a little too high, given the block, so I worked the front down about a quarter inch.
This shot shows the overall side view: height and general swoop.
This one shows the top and side pinches pretty well.
Im even more pleased with these results than I was before, and I really liked what it was before.
This shot shows the overall side view: height and general swoop.
This one shows the top and side pinches pretty well.
Im even more pleased with these results than I was before, and I really liked what it was before.
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Nice work Scottyrocks!
And in terms of using hot water on your Federation, Wojtek. I had to use LARGE amounts of steam to get my Deluxe into shape. [I didn't try the room temp distilled water method, but may as I plan to tweak my hat soon.] But which model are you referring to, Regular or Deluxe?
The regular I owned was nothing short of a helmet. BUT, knowing what I do now, I could have handled it. It was only the second attempt I made at bashing, and was quite intimidated by the sheer stiffness of it.
Randy
And in terms of using hot water on your Federation, Wojtek. I had to use LARGE amounts of steam to get my Deluxe into shape. [I didn't try the room temp distilled water method, but may as I plan to tweak my hat soon.] But which model are you referring to, Regular or Deluxe?
The regular I owned was nothing short of a helmet. BUT, knowing what I do now, I could have handled it. It was only the second attempt I made at bashing, and was quite intimidated by the sheer stiffness of it.
Randy
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Thats the nice thing about sprayed water. It makes the felt, even on the standard Fed IV, which I have, very easy to work with. With steam there is always the danger of overdoing it, which could damage (shrink) the hat, even if only a little. Not so with room temp water, at least in my experience.theinterchange wrote:Nice work Scottyrocks!
And in terms of using hot water on your Federation, Wojtek. I had to use LARGE amounts of steam to get my Deluxe into shape. [I didn't try the room temp distilled water method, but may as I plan to tweak my hat soon.] But which model are you referring to, Regular or Deluxe?
The regular I owned was nothing short of a helmet. BUT, knowing what I do now, I could have handled it. It was only the second attempt I made at bashing, and was quite intimidated by the sheer stiffness of it.
Randy
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nice bash's everyone
tomorrow ill post some pics of my 2month old(kicked, beaten and almost (pretty much)trashed) fed iv dlx!
i went on a drunken adventure last night, so i got some pics which are nice
(PS. obviously ill edit my first post, 6pics per topic, i know ;D)
tomorrow ill post some pics of my 2month old(kicked, beaten and almost (pretty much)trashed) fed iv dlx!
i went on a drunken adventure last night, so i got some pics which are nice
(PS. obviously ill edit my first post, 6pics per topic, i know ;D)
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My oldest Fed 4 (a deluxe) was much easier to bash with the use of heavy steam.
The hat started out very stiff and difficult to work with. But after nearly 2 years of wearing and abuse the hat has soften very much, as well as lightened up.
The hat started out very stiff and difficult to work with. But after nearly 2 years of wearing and abuse the hat has soften very much, as well as lightened up.
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Question: I can't help but want to sand down my fed IV to make the felt smoother, less hairy/shaggy/fuzzy (not that it is shaggy to begin with...).
Should I do this, and if so, what is the best course of action (grit of the sandpaper, means of sanding)?
If not, what other methods do you recommend?
Should I do this, and if so, what is the best course of action (grit of the sandpaper, means of sanding)?
If not, what other methods do you recommend?
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I think I remember Fedora writing that 320 was the right grit. Please correct me, Steve, if Im wrong.
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You guys need to do something about that dandruff. (Lovely pic, btw.)
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Great photo, Luke.
Romantic weather
Beautiful setting
Lovely lady
Sharp hat
It doesn't get any better than that.
Cheers,
Mitch
Romantic weather
Beautiful setting
Lovely lady
Sharp hat
It doesn't get any better than that.
Cheers,
Mitch
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When I was in Egypt I had a little help with my bash...
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Awesome Egypt pictures, Indiana Joose!
Anyway, expect a post from me around Christmas, as that is when I will be getting my Akubra Federation IV!
Anyway, expect a post from me around Christmas, as that is when I will be getting my Akubra Federation IV!
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Luke and Joosse- great pics thanks!
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If you get it before Christmas, be sure to post before Cow shuts down for the holidays on the 24th If you can't, we'll be wanting to see those pics first thing next yearThe Antiquarian wrote:Awesome Egypt pictures, Indiana Joose!
Anyway, expect a post from me around Christmas, as that is when I will be getting my Akubra Federation IV!
Regards, Geert
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Great pics all!
I ordered a dark brown Fed IV yesterday as a Christmas present from the folks. I doubt I get it until after Christmas, but I'll post pics when I get and try my first bash attempt!
JRabbit
I ordered a dark brown Fed IV yesterday as a Christmas present from the folks. I doubt I get it until after Christmas, but I'll post pics when I get and try my first bash attempt!
JRabbit
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Looks like I'm in the same situation as you then.JRabbit wrote:Great pics all!
I ordered a dark brown Fed IV yesterday as a Christmas present from the folks. I doubt I get it until after Christmas, but I'll post pics when I get and try my first bash attempt!
JRabbit
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gwyddion wrote:If you get it before Christmas, be sure to post before Cow shuts down for the holidays on the 24th If you can't, we'll be wanting to see those pics first thing next year
Regards, Geert
Is it really closing down or are you just saying that the site gets kinda dead around Christmas? I was really looking forward to psting pics of the "presents" I got myself.
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The site really closes down.
I believe the families of the people maintaining this site demanded it...
I believe the families of the people maintaining this site demanded it...
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Yep, it's posted in both the announcements section:Arch Stanton wrote: Is it really closing down or are you just saying that the site gets kinda dead around Christmas? I was really looking forward to psting pics of the "presents" I got myself.
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and in Lao Che's:
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We look forward to seeing your photos when we re-open!...Though a bit later than I wanted, I'm giving general membership fair warning of our (now) annual holiday closing of the board. To allow for the staff to enjoy the season with their families, give them a much deserved break, and to conduct site maintenance…
The forum boards will once again be closed from December 24 through January 2nd.
We hope you all won't miss the place too much and enjoy the season with your families and loved ones. We'll see you on the other side of the holidays and look forward to tales of all the gear acquired from whichever holiday you observe...
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Yesterday at the firehouse. It was on my head all day.
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Eh...
It appears the photo is currently unavailable...
It appears the photo is currently unavailable...
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Some terrific looking hats here, guys.
I'm especially impressed with the center dents some of you have managed to get. I know I'm like a broken record on this point, but I've never been able to get the deep center dent I see on Indy's hat. In order to get it, the crown would be too short and it would taper horribly. It wouldn't be that big a deal to me, but I can't get the camel humps as defined as I want in the front.
Maybe I just need to work the felt some more.
I'm especially impressed with the center dents some of you have managed to get. I know I'm like a broken record on this point, but I've never been able to get the deep center dent I see on Indy's hat. In order to get it, the crown would be too short and it would taper horribly. It wouldn't be that big a deal to me, but I can't get the camel humps as defined as I want in the front.
Maybe I just need to work the felt some more.
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Thanks Luke, it looks great!Luke Warmwater wrote:Fixed.
I think it's the crazy eyed stare that does it...
Thanks Crismans.crismans wrote:Some terrific looking hats here, guys.
I'm especially impressed with the center dents some of you have managed to get. I know I'm like a broken record on this point, but I've never been able to get the deep center dent I see on Indy's hat. In order to get it, the crown would be too short and it would taper horribly. It wouldn't be that big a deal to me, but I can't get the camel humps as defined as I want in the front.
Maybe I just need to work the felt some more.
Well, as you can see from my pictures, the trick to getting the dent just right is to have somebody put a baby crocodile on your hat...
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Where do you get a blank hat like that?TheChimp wrote:The mail just arrived with my new hat.... so without further ado, here it is (a Fed IV deluxe). It's my first fedora and so also my first ever attempt at bashing a hat, so hopefully it came out ok...
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Aha! I'll just have my wife and daughter bring one to me when they come back from their trip to Florida next month.Indiana Joosse wrote:
Well, as you can see from my pictures, the trick to getting the dent just right is to have somebody put a baby crocodile on your hat...
Okay, it won't be a crocodile but will a baby alligator do?
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By 'blank' I assume you mean an uncreased, or unbashed hat.NoodlesBubblesBeans wrote:
Where do you get a blank hat like that?
The Akubra Federations, the current one being the IV, comes uncreased, and you do it yourself. Its really not at all difficult. All you need is water in a spray bottle, and your fingers. As to whether it came out 'okay,' thats entirely up to you. If you like it, then it came out okay. And you can play with it endlessly, fine-tuning it to look the way you want it to.
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Just got my Fed IV Deluxe. I bashed it using only my hands. No water or steam or anything. And my niece was kind enough to display it for me, though she has informed me she won't go out in public with me if I'm wearing it. Too bad for her.
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But, Where do you FIND one?scottyrocks6 wrote:By 'blank' I assume you mean an uncreased, or unbashed hat.NoodlesBubblesBeans wrote:
Where do you get a blank hat like that?
The Akubra Federations, the current one being the IV, comes uncreased, and you do it yourself. Its really not at all difficult. All you need is water in a spray bottle, and your fingers. As to whether it came out 'okay,' thats entirely up to you. If you like it, then it came out okay. And you can play with it endlessly, fine-tuning it to look the way you want it to.
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Here... http://hatsdirect.com/NoodlesBubblesBeans wrote:But, Where do you FIND one?scottyrocks6 wrote:By 'blank' I assume you mean an uncreased, or unbashed hat.NoodlesBubblesBeans wrote:
Where do you get a blank hat like that?
The Akubra Federations, the current one being the IV, comes uncreased, and you do it yourself. Its really not at all difficult. All you need is water in a spray bottle, and your fingers. As to whether it came out 'okay,' thats entirely up to you. If you like it, then it came out okay. And you can play with it endlessly, fine-tuning it to look the way you want it to.
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Well, you could give it a try, but I'm not sure they have the right shape...crismans wrote:Aha! I'll just have my wife and daughter bring one to me when they come back from their trip to Florida next month.Indiana Joosse wrote:
Well, as you can see from my pictures, the trick to getting the dent just right is to have somebody put a baby crocodile on your hat...
Okay, it won't be a crocodile but will a baby alligator do?
Andy Buse, your niece seems like a great kid! Maybe the two of you should just go out with her wearing the hat...
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Well, I think it's about high time to show you all my own Akubra Federation IV. I got it as a Christmas gift from my parents, and it is my first ever fur felt fedora (I also have a wool felt and a Panama-style).
Some pictures of me actually wearing it:
Resting while on a long hike in the hills... I did that today too.
This was when I got it on Christmas Day.
A picture taken during one of my daily walks. I always wear my Federation while doing that actually.
Some pictures of me actually wearing it:
Resting while on a long hike in the hills... I did that today too.
This was when I got it on Christmas Day.
A picture taken during one of my daily walks. I always wear my Federation while doing that actually.
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got this hat september 2008:
Ambon, Indonesia, May 09
Bremen, Germany Nov 09
it's been with me on many travels around europe and indonesia already and it's been crushed, wet and been in really hot weather but still going strong to this day. love it
CJ
Ambon, Indonesia, May 09
Bremen, Germany Nov 09
it's been with me on many travels around europe and indonesia already and it's been crushed, wet and been in really hot weather but still going strong to this day. love it
CJ
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How do I find the price of the Fedora?fenris wrote:Here... http://hatsdirect.com/NoodlesBubblesBeans wrote:But, Where do you FIND one?scottyrocks6 wrote:By 'blank' I assume you mean an uncreased, or unbashed hat.NoodlesBubblesBeans wrote:
Where do you get a blank hat like that?
The Akubra Federations, the current one being the IV, comes uncreased, and you do it yourself. Its really not at all difficult. All you need is water in a spray bottle, and your fingers. As to whether it came out 'okay,' thats entirely up to you. If you like it, then it came out okay. And you can play with it endlessly, fine-tuning it to look the way you want it to.
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thanksjnicktem wrote:http://hatsdirect.com/cgi-bin/products. ... Federation
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My first post here
Few days ago I've got my Fed Deluxe and I have to say that every compliments I've read about this hat are right. It's the best hat I have ever worn (got few since I've bought my first hat about 15 years ago).
Thanks guys!!
Few days ago I've got my Fed Deluxe and I have to say that every compliments I've read about this hat are right. It's the best hat I have ever worn (got few since I've bought my first hat about 15 years ago).
Thanks guys!!
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A warm WELCOME to you, Jimmy.
Glad you like your Fed Dlx.
Glad you like your Fed Dlx.
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Thanks.
After two weeks i can say that it was really good purchase.
After two weeks i can say that it was really good purchase.
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Ok.....it's not a very close up picture, but the 26th of January is "Australia Day" and some friends and I floated down the Mighty Murray river for 4 hours in a variety of blow up things..
All I can say is the Fed's a great way to beat the summer sun on a stinkin' hot day
All I can say is the Fed's a great way to beat the summer sun on a stinkin' hot day
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I finally got through the thread, pheeew. Now I am even more confused, I want to get a Fed IV Fedora to suit a Raiders (Golden Idol Scene) color and style, is the Reg or Deluxe the way to go on this?
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The regular and deluxe are dimensionally the same hat. The browns are also the same color. The differences are in the quality of the felt, and the sweatband, the deluxe being of higher quality in both, resulting in a higher price. I have a regular, however, and couldnt be happier with it. I think its beautiful, and feels great both on and off my head.
You will read opinions on both sides of this. Some will say the regular is perfectly fine, and others will say that you have to get the deluxe.
For lots more info on this, as well as other hats, check out the Fedora Lounge. There are threads there dedicated to the Federation IV that were instrumental in my purchase of mine.
You will read opinions on both sides of this. Some will say the regular is perfectly fine, and others will say that you have to get the deluxe.
For lots more info on this, as well as other hats, check out the Fedora Lounge. There are threads there dedicated to the Federation IV that were instrumental in my purchase of mine.
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Thanks for the info, so it's going to be a Dark Brown in Deluxe to suit the Golden Idol scene, thanks
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I know I look a bit "pale" in these photos.
My Fed IV Deluxe:
My Fed IV Deluxe: