My Garrison Raider (Garrison owners unite here!)

whiskyman · Post by **whiskyman** » Mon Jun 06, 2016 12:09 am

It's in no way your fault! I bought it in the classifieds.

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Mon Jun 06, 2016 8:32 am

Nice of you to try to assist David. Another reason I love giving you business! Now, if the wife would just give me the green light on that new order!!!!!

Adventure Dog · Post by **Adventure Dog** » Fri Jun 10, 2016 5:03 pm

The hat came a day before my birthday! Great job LLS! I've been wearing this daily. I've already rolled it up, sat on it, thrown it around.... Here are pictures I took shortly after getting the hat (pre-punishment). It already feels and looks different than from when I took the pictures. I'm heading to Scotland tomorrow for 2 weeks, and it will be astride my head the whole time.

When I pulled it out of the box it seemed so red. Very clayish. For the first few minutes I was wishing it was dark brown. However, I have grown very fond of the color over the last few weeks, and I wouldn't change it at all.

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Fri Jun 10, 2016 10:02 pm

Wow! Looks so different in color depending on the light. I have one on order in the new color too, so excited to see yours!

RJR · Post by **RJR** » Sat Jun 11, 2016 2:46 pm

Great color in my opinion.

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Sat Jun 11, 2016 3:46 pm

Awesome color. Though with sunlight and time I suppose it will get much lighter?

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sun Jun 12, 2016 11:43 pm

Jeremiah wrote:Awesome color. Though with sunlight and time I suppose it will get much lighter?

I feel like that is exaggerated. I've worn my fedora in some serious sunlight over the few years I've had it and I haven't noticed any lightening in the color whatsoever. My jacket however, is a different story.

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Mon Jun 13, 2016 2:06 pm

This is odd. I responded to this today but now message is gone.
Anyway.
Yeah. I feel it's where you live (FL) for me. How much exposure and all.
I understand both Steve and John allow for sun fade by making them darker out the gate.

Post by **Dr. Nebraska S.** » Mon Jun 13, 2016 2:33 pm

I'm curious on the issue of fading for Garrison hats. I have a different company's hat but I believe it's the same provider of felt as Garrison has. Regarding the topic of fading, you can see in this photo the fading of my older fedora from 3 seasons of excavating in Israel, compared to my new fedora.

Let me be clear:the photo is of 2 AB fedoras, not a Garrison.

http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s55 ... 932d3b.jpg

Interestingly enough, I would say mine faded to a somewhat similar shade as the new Garrison shade, so I wonder if the new Garrison shade will fade further or remain the same. My post is not intended to derail the discussion--but I think the felt (though a different color) is provided from the same source as Garrison's. I'm curious how Garrison's new color will look over time! I've always liked the look of the Garrison hats I've seen in person, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend his hats to anyone.

Best wishes,

Dr. Nebraska S.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 13, 2016 2:58 pm

FYI, things sort of took a hard right turn after the reference was made to Dr. NB's AB, and went into a discussion regarding the AB line.

This is a Garrison hat thread.

As long as the discussion is generalized, no harm, no foul, but this turned into an AB hat discussion, so as per the posted rules, those items were removed to get the thread back on topic.

You agree that “Club Obi-Wan” has the right to remove, edit, move, use, or close any topic at any time should we see fit to keep threads on topic.

No notification will be given should this be required.

Ironically, I just BENT the rule by MAKING a comment, but thought it would clear up what just happened and why.

On that note, I have never noticed much in the way of color fading on any of my beaver hats made with Winchester Felt, regardless of the maker, down here in the Tennessee summer sun.

I have on my rabbit Winchester felts.

The ribbons, on the other hand, are a COMPLETELY different story.

That said, John Penman has started a separate thread on felt fading, if you'd like to pursue the subject:

http://indygear.com/cow/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=66058" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Regard! Michaelson

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Mon Jun 13, 2016 5:54 pm

That explains it. Thought I was losing my mind for a sec.

Post by **Michaelson** » Mon Jun 13, 2016 7:47 pm

Well, there's always that too......

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Mon Jun 13, 2016 9:24 pm

Ha.

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Jun 14, 2016 8:39 am

NLogan · Post by **NLogan** » Wed Jul 06, 2016 9:03 pm

Another view of my Garrison Raiders Streets of Cairo.

chenricy · Post by **chenricy** » Thu Jul 07, 2016 10:47 am

NLogan wrote:Another view of my Garrison Raiders Streets of Cairo.

love that pic

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Wed Jul 13, 2016 7:17 am

I heard from David that he is working on my Raiders hat now and it should be ready to ship to me before the end of the month!

I am super excited!!

$\:D/$

QuadBravo · Post by **QuadBravo** » Tue Jul 19, 2016 10:26 am

Has anyone been to David's site lately? It seems to be down. Anyone know what's going on?

Post by **Michaelson** » Tue Jul 19, 2016 12:47 pm

Dave just texted me saying he was having, quote, 'massive email and website problems', and that he's been in text contact with each service trying to straighten things out.

He's still working hats, it's just his ISP folks who are screwing up at the moment.

Regards! Michaelson

Local Land Surveyor · Post by **Local Land Surveyor** » Tue Jul 26, 2016 8:27 pm

As some of you may already noticed, my site is back up and running and my email is getting through now. Thanks for watching out for me. This little incident was incredibly enlightening. IT stuff

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Tue Jul 26, 2016 9:43 pm

Local Land Surveyor wrote:As some of you may already noticed, my site is back up and running and my email is getting through now. Thanks for watching out for me. This little incident was incredibly enlightening. IT stuff

Glad you are back up and running! I am HORRIBLE with computer stuff. I get laughed at at work daily.

whiskyman · Post by **whiskyman** » Thu Jul 28, 2016 2:58 pm

I realised I never got round to mentioning that my hat eventually DID arrive! I was disheartened as the previous owner had stuffed it into a MUCH too small box- to the extent that it took a few days to get the brim to look vaguely normal. In addition, it was sold to me as a size 59, but was either severely shrunken or a 57 or a 58 at best. As such, it is very tight fit on me. Nevertheless, I rebashed it - gave it a bit more of a Raiders look than it had ( although I think the original owner may have trimmed the sides of the brim a little - they are a bit more LC than Raiders) - and I'm fairly pleased with the result. Certainly, what I can say is that the Garrison hat is a lovely hat - very nice felt! ( Those who know me at all, know I've had a lot of the major hats -and then some!) I'm really quite tempted to order a new one to fit me better

)
THe plus side of a hat that's too tight is it doesn't blow off in a strong Irish gale!

) And a day or two on the beach gives the felt looks a great SOC look

)

Howard Weinstein · Post by **Howard Weinstein** » Sat Jul 30, 2016 5:31 pm

whiskyman wrote:I realised I never got round to mentioning that my hat eventually DID arrive! I was disheartened as the previous owner had stuffed it into a MUCH too small box- to the extent that it took a few days to get the brim to look vaguely normal. In addition, it was sold to me as a size 59, but was either severely shrunken or a 57 or a 58 at best. As such, it is very tight fit on me. Nevertheless, I rebashed it - gave it a bit more of a Raiders look than it had ( although I think the original owner may have trimmed the sides of the brim a little - they are a bit more LC than Raiders) - and I'm fairly pleased with the result. Certainly, what I can say is that the Garrison hat is a lovely hat - very nice felt! ( Those who know me at all, know I've had a lot of the major hats -and then some!) I'm really quite tempted to order a new one to fit me better )
THe plus side of a hat that's too tight is it doesn't blow off in a strong Irish gale! ) And a day or two on the beach gives the felt looks a great SOC look )

Assuming it's reasonably comfortable, looks like you did a great rescue job on it!

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Sat Jul 30, 2016 8:59 pm

I will second that. Good job and it looks great.

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Mon Aug 08, 2016 10:14 pm

Just got an email from David, my new Raiders fedora just shipped, I should have it Thursday!

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Thu Aug 11, 2016 9:04 pm

Hat arrived today! It's a stunner!

I'll try to post some pics tomorrow.

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Fri Aug 12, 2016 11:50 am

Some quick pics taken using indoor LED lighting.

Screencapped · Post by **Screencapped** » Fri Aug 12, 2016 1:16 pm

Cool lid! I had one of David's TOD styles so I know how awesome his craftsmanship is. I've got to get a Raiders sooner than later.

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Fri Aug 12, 2016 3:22 pm

Looks great. Is that the new color David is using?

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Fri Aug 12, 2016 4:15 pm

Wow I love that new color. And that ribbon is SPOT ON!

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Fri Aug 12, 2016 7:53 pm

Jeremiah wrote:Looks great. Is that the new color David is using?

Yes, it's his new color.

It's my first ever screen accurate fedora.

I'm elated over it!

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Sat Aug 13, 2016 1:34 pm

Also, love the interior details!

david_h · Post by **david_h** » Sun Aug 14, 2016 11:17 am

My Garrison is probably 4 or so years old now and still as good as new. I've just washed off sweat stains and given it a brushing from time to time.

Great hats!

RJR · Post by **RJR** » Sun Aug 14, 2016 1:25 pm

Hard not to like David's hats.

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Sun Aug 14, 2016 6:34 pm

Here's another pic of his new color, this time outdoors with natural overcast lighting.

QuadBravo · Post by **QuadBravo** » Sun Aug 14, 2016 9:23 pm

Beautiful lid my friend!

WConly · Post by **WConly** » Sun Aug 14, 2016 11:46 pm

Wow! I'm impressed

! W>

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Mon Aug 15, 2016 7:02 am

Great lid, Tinplatejeff.

Just can't go wrong with a Garrison.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

WConly · Post by **WConly** » Sat Sep 10, 2016 5:42 pm

Received my Garrison 'TOD' in beaver this week and I cannot put into words how perfect this edition is -- perfect 'Village Scenes' look! I am not noted for, nor great at posting pics, but will make an effort with the assistance of a friend from work, later this week! Great addition to my 'Indy' hat collection. W>

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Sat Sep 10, 2016 6:08 pm

Looks good. Is it beaver?

QuadBravo · Post by **QuadBravo** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 9:47 am

My Garrison was looking a bit too tapered, so I gave mine to David for a re-block last month... Cant wait to see it restored to its former glory!!

$\:D/$

Greengo · Post by **Greengo** » Wed Oct 05, 2016 1:39 pm

Haven't posted here for several years. I am in the process of getting the funds together to get a Garrison Standard Raiders hat.

I have looked at all the beautiful pictures of the Garrison hats posted here, and I am amazed at how beautiful they are.

I hope I am not doing anything wrong by posting here, (I don't own a Garrison hat at present.) I hope to in the very near future.

Wonderful pictures.....Please keep them coming.....

Greengo, the old guy from WV.....

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Oct 05, 2016 2:11 pm

Nothing wrong at all! Good to SEE you again!!!

HIGH regards! Michaelson

Tinplatejeff · Post by **Tinplatejeff** » Wed Oct 05, 2016 8:03 pm

Greengo wrote:Haven't posted here for several years. I am in the process of getting the funds together to get a Garrison Standard Raiders hat. I have looked at all the beautiful pictures of the Garrison hats posted here, and I am amazed at how beautiful they are.

I hope I am not doing anything wrong by posting here, (I don't own a Garrison hat at present.) I hope to in the very near future.

Wonderful pictures.....Please keep them coming.....

Greengo, the old guy from WV.....

I love my Garrison Raiders, you won't be disappointed!

Glenville86 · Post by **Glenville86** » Mon Oct 24, 2016 10:54 am

Mine arrived today. Very well packaged. A little snug for a 7 1/4 so I ordered a hat stretcher on EBay. Fits more like a 7 1/8 so should not be an issue to get a good fit. Most 7 1/4 are slightly large but shrink up after a few wears.

indyhan · Post by **indyhan** » Wed Oct 26, 2016 4:31 am

Glenville86 wrote:Mine arrived today. Very well packaged. A little snug for a 7 1/4 so I ordered a hat stretcher on EBay. Fits more like a 7 1/8 so should not be an issue to get a good fit. Most 7 1/4 are slightly large but shrink up after a few wears.

pics please !!

i once had a raiders Garrison and am starting to feel the itch again (the new felt looks fantastic)

how soft and thin is that new felt, if I might ask ?

Glenville86 · Post by **Glenville86** » Thu Nov 03, 2016 10:56 am

Glenville86 wrote:Mine arrived today. Very well packaged. A little snug for a 7 1/4 so I ordered a hat stretcher on EBay. Fits more like a 7 1/8 so should not be an issue to get a good fit. Most 7 1/4 are slightly large but shrink up after a few wears.

Update from the last post. Received the hat stretcher and used it on the Garrison. Took it easy over a couple of days with only 2 slightly increased turns. Fits like a proper 7 1/4 now.

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Thu Nov 03, 2016 11:32 am

Good to hear. You may find that keeping it on the stretcher at the set tension when not wearing of course, will ensure the sweat does not revert so quickly.

Now maybe some pics so we all believe you really have said hat

Oklahoma Jones · Post by **Oklahoma Jones** » Sat Nov 05, 2016 3:40 pm

This hat looks so great, I can't wait for mine!! Hoping it would have already showed up by now.............

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Sat Nov 05, 2016 6:42 pm

Am I the only one that can't see the pics???