Club Obi Wan

Can't wait to see it IB!

Does anyone else have any updates on how their Camptowns are doing or looking these days? Has anyone tested theirs out in the inclimate weather we've had recently? Any tapering or such things?

Cheers!

Dan

Is Camptown still around? I would like to buy one, but they haven't returned my e-mail?

Randoman

OK. Here are some pics. Didn't have a chance to get my girlfriend to take the photos in better conditions so I had to take them myself. Not the best, but considering they are photos taken in the bathroom mirror and then reversed, cropped, and resized, I guess they are not too bad!

Hope to get some real good shots in the future.

IB










IB

IB, that's a fine looking fedora! I particularly like the brim on it, especially the back portion.

-Neb. Schulte

Indiana Bond,

That's a great hat, it reminds me a little of the Crystal Skull bash, but I'm a relative novice at telling hat types. It really looks good on you as well. Thanks for taking time to post the photos.

I'm glad you think the hat looks good on me. And yes, I requested the Crystal Skull bash from Ken. I just wish I looked better under that great looking hat!!

IB

rrhanselka wrote:Is Camptown still around? I would like to buy one, but they haven't returned my e-mail?

Randoman

Yes, he's still around. If you read in the Vendors section, he gives an update. He's had his hands full with a lot these days. Best to call him directly. He's very nice to talk with and I believe his number is in that thread.

When you guys bought your Camptowns, did you have Ken bash it, or do it yourself?

Just Wondering
Randoman

IB: That hat looks great! Very Lat Crusade.

RR: When I bought my 1936 Fieldmaster I had Ken leave it open crowned & bashed it my self. Then when I ordered my 1945 Metropolitan Ken did the starter bash for me & I had finished off with a tighter pinch & a bit more swoop in the brim.

These hats are very easy to shape and hold that shape with a small application of steam when done. After that you just play with it over the years to get exactly what you like.

Cheers!

Dan

I was able to get ahold of Ken today finally, as he is a very busy guy with all he's got going on. This thread seems relatively pleased with the 1936 Fieldmaster, but I'm having a hard time waiting. He mentioned that some people have stated it does not look exactly accurate, but personally, I don't know if I could tell or not.

I guess what I'm wondering is, is the hat pretty accuarate, and is it worth the wait?

See Kens post in the Vendors Section for a good deal on a fantastic Adventure Hat.

viewtopic.php?t=27062

For those who would enjoy a quality hat without a monster wait time I would give Ken a shot at producing your new hat. Wheter you want that Indy/adventure hat or a beautiful city hat Ken's offerings ar top notch. thus far we have our faithful brown and a stunning grey. And, hopefully with enough interest, there will be a black or Noir versoin of the 1945 Metropolitan.

So, check out his site, give him a call and lets add Ken to the roster of full time hat makers that offer us the headwear we love so much.

Cheers!

Dan

It was also originally posted here;
viewtopic.php?t=27062

Excellent news my friend! Thank you for the information. I'll certainly pursue this course of action.

binkmeisterRick wrote:It was also originally posted here;
viewtopic.php?t=27062

Oops! Sorry about that Bink! I should look before I post. Just trying to be helpful!

Cheers!

Dan

No problem, Dan.

True, but it was posted here in the vendors section only seen by our members. Now it's in a public area where it can be seen by all, so no harm, no foul!

Regards! Michaelson

What he said.

I'll just revise my post to guide our members to the Vendors Section.

Cheers!

Dan

Ok, as promised, here are the most current images of my 1936 Fieldmaster. It is currently about 2 1/2 years old and holding it's own.



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It's my most worn hat next to my black flat cap from Hat People. I absolutely have enjoyed it. Thank you Ken!

Cheers!

Dan

Looks pretty sharp; did you shape it yourself, or did Ken take care of that?

That be my own handiwork Mr. Z. Thank you!

Cheers!

Dan

Well done Mr. Jones, well done.

Gimme, gimme camp treatment!

Please, Ken, just send a reply.

Piker: I just PM'd him so hopefully you'll get a reply this weekend. I know full well how life can take hold sometimes & it never seems to let go. I'm sure Ken will get back to you soon.

Cheers!

Dan

hey guys- Ken posted the sizes that he has in stock in the vendor section...might want to look at that.

I checked the vendor section, but did not see sizes listed. Can someone provide a link? Thanks!

Here's a couple of outdoor shots of the Fieldmaster.





And Metropolitan.




Cheers!

Dan

Mr. Z wrote:I checked the vendor section, but did not see sizes listed. Can someone provide a link? Thanks!

BAM!!

viewtopic.php?t=27121

Here are some more pics of my Fieldmaster without my head in it!



IB

It really is a nice looking hat. I hope I get a chance to purchase one. Ken doesn't have my size in now, but I told him I was in the market.

Mr. Z wrote:It really is a nice looking hat. I hope I get a chance to purchase one. Ken doesn't have my size in now, but I told him I was in the market.

Well, Mr. Z, when your size rolls in, be sure to jump on the deal. You won't be sorry.

Cheers!

Dan

FYI! Just to let the natives know, I currently talking with Ken and he says that he is working hard on an ETA for felt. The moment I know I'll post it.

Cheers!

Dan

Very good!

Our latest trip to Disneyland. Me and my step son on Main Street USA. This was the weekend that one of the ride operators had thought I was wearing an Adventurebilt. What a great compliment.

This is the latest tweak to the lid. I had cut the brim dow again to 2 1/2 on the sides & 2 3/4 front & back. Plus a few smooshings, a little wetting on some water rides & more handling seems to have softened it a little more. One of these days I may be able to get that SOC look to it.

Cheers!

Dan

What a great photo of the two of you, and the hat is amazing! You certainly wear it well.

I'll be heading to Disney World next week, and can't wait to show off the lid!

Daniel, that's a great looking hat you have there. Love the shot on the sub, classy!!!

Well thatns you two! Very kind indeed!

Mr. Z Can't wait to see your Photos from DisneyWorld. I think Epcot has one of the World Showcases in Venice, there would be some good photo op's there. "Ah, Venice!"

Cheers!

Dan

wow. Dan, every picture you post of your hat makes me really excited i have a fieldmaster headed my way soon!

the new brim dimensions are awesome, i just might have to do the same to mine.

Ken should use some of your pics on his site to show off just how cool his hats are.

Thanks Walking Eye! I suppose that will be up to Ken if he wants my mug on his site though.
Can't wait to see what you end up doing with yours.

Cheers!

Dan

Looks like I may need to add on to this thread for the 1957 Legend, soon to be had.

Cheers!

Dan

DanielJones wrote:Looks like I may need to add on to this thread for the 1957 Legend, soon to be had.

Cheers!

Dan

The UPS faeiries will be landing with your lid today DJ !

My other very patient customers are being shaped and shipped as fast as I can do it.

Thanks to all of you, <tips hat>
Ken

JerseyJones wrote: The UPS faeiries will be landing with your lid today DJ !

My other very patient customers are being shaped and shipped as fast as I can do it.

Thanks to all of you, <tips hat>
Ken

Interesting, I didn't know our UPS driver was a Fairy. The little things you learn each day.

Thank you for the heads-up Ken!

Cheers!

Dan

My 1957 Legend is in. See here!

viewtopic.php?t=33168


Cheers!

Dan

DanielJones wrote:Our latest trip to Disneyland. Me and my step son on Main Street USA. This was the weekend that one of the ride operators had thought I was wearing an Adventurebilt. What a great compliment.

Cheers!

Dan

I can see why!

DanielJones wrote: One of these days I may be able to get that SOC look to it.

Looks like it's practically there already to me.

Thank you Rex! Most appreciated.

Cheers!

Dan

Ok guys, got my fieldmaster, here are some pics. i've still got some tweaking to do... i've already recut the brim down an extra quarter inch. kinda a non-specific bash for now. and the brim is really flat, so that needs a little help but it'll get there.









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Looks good so far. Not to worry about developing character. The more you wear it the more character the brim will develop to what you like. The Camptowns are pretty easy that way. So far my favorite of my three has been my Legend. It was soft & perfect right out of the box. No steaming needed to set the bash.

Congratulations on your Fieldmaster Walking Eye, you're going to enjoy it for many years.


Cheers!

Dan

Looks great! The bash and brim shape are quite nice actually. Camptown does it again. Congrats on a fine lid, WalkingEye.

Dan, I wish i had your hat bashing skill. though i'm sure i'll get mine looking satisfactory sooner or later.
Venk thanks for the compliment. i'm looking foward to seeing what you do with yours!
my only problem with having yet another new hat is deciding which hat to wear now! the new camptown or the new grey english style bowler the girlfriend got me for christmas or the old pork pie that's been brought back into rotation. The camptown has been the victor so far.

Thanks Walking Eye, compliments are most appreciated. But the look of the last image is after three years of wear & tweaking. In three years I'm sure yours will appear the same.

Wow, tough choices there. I mean, the Camptown is an obvious choice, but man, the lid your girl got you for Christmas, yikes. May have to go with that hat there to appease her. ;-)

Anyway, hope you are enjoying your new prize.

Cheers!

Dan