My Garrison Raider (Garrison owners unite here!)

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Tue Nov 18, 2014 10:50 pm

I have just one more question:Can LLS make a raiders hat with an accurate turn for people that have regular oval heads?

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 6:30 am

Still not getting the whole untapered thing. Can someone light a candle here?

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 8:07 am

Custom made fedoras come un-tapered.....crowns looking like "l l" rather than "/ \" in shape.

baddates, ask David Garrison directly via PM or email.

Vendors are your point of contact when it comes to answering specific questions regarding their products.

We're 'second hand information' suppliers when it comes to that.

Regards! Michaelson

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 8:38 am

Thats what i thought concerning the taper hence my puzzled question.

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 8:46 am

We see a LOT of mass produced hats show up that are tapered right out of the box, so the question is a justified concern, especially if that's all you've ever owned or had in hand. If I've been reading correctly, all baddates has ever owned is an Akubra Fed, and they do come unbashed, but slightly tapered. Not badly tapered, mind you, but tapered none the less.

Thing is, we're comparing apples to oranges on this one, as a custom made hat is NOT a mass produced version, and so the rules are completely different.

Regard! Michaelson

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 9:02 am

I understand. Thanks for the candle.

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 10:56 am

"PUT......THE CANDLE.....BACK....."

Adventure Dog · Post by **Adventure Dog** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 11:17 am

I agree with Michaelson here: My Fed III (yeah, yeah) tapered very quickly, and the bash and height of the hat became quite unruly.

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 9:14 pm

Michaelson wrote:We see a LOT of mass produced hats show up that are tapered right out of the box, so the question is a justified concern, especially if that's all you've ever owned or had in hand. If I've been reading correctly, all baddates has ever owned is an Akubra Fed, and they do come unbashed, but slightly tapered. Not badly tapered, mind you, but tapered none the less.

Thing is, we're comparing apples to oranges on this one, as a custom made hat is NOT a mass produced version, and so the rules are completely different.

Regard! Michaelson

Yes, the akubra is the only true Indy hat I have. Sorry, I should ask the vendors these detail questions. The taper I am referring to is probably from me putting my hands in the front and back inside of my hat, and pushing them out, so to give that accurate brim look. It probably stretched the hat, so I messed it up

Sorry for the confusion and the questions that should have been asked to LLS.
-baddates1

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 10:29 pm

No confusion here. Just drop the vendor a line and you'll get all the answers you need.

Regards! M

Ridgerunner58 · Post by **Ridgerunner58** » Wed Nov 19, 2014 10:50 pm

My Garrison came turned. I assume he does that on his Raiders hats but if you are concerned just reach out to him. I'm sure he will answer all your questions.

RJR · Post by **RJR** » Sat Nov 22, 2014 8:59 am

FYI,I had David do my hat with NO turn.It wasn't a problem.

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Sat Nov 22, 2014 11:34 am

Michaelson wrote:"PUT......THE CANDLE.....BACK....."

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Post by **Michaelson** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 10:13 am

I wondered if anyone would catch the reference.

j_m_t · Post by **j_m_t** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 11:04 am

Michaelson wrote:I wondered if anyone would catch the reference.

Why? great movie....see if I can post this....

if it did won this at an Alamo screening

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 11:07 am

I don't think I we are talking about the same movie.

Unless that poster has nothing to do with the movie in question.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Post by **Michaelson** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 11:51 am

Yeah, I'm confused.

That line came from Young Frankenstein.

Regards!M

j_m_t · Post by **j_m_t** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 1:53 pm

SORRY, SORRY,

had two boards open at the same time and put in wrong place, very much love both Army of darkness (mondo poster) and what was ACTUALLY being talked about here Young Frankenstein (which hopefully the Alamo will do a screening of as well).

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 2:23 pm

Ha ha! I know this may sound crazy, but I never watched the first Frankenstein film. I've seen some of the others, but the first film just never is on TV. I don't own it unfortunately, so yeah.

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 2:57 pm

Young Frankenstein was a stand alone spoof.

teneas · Post by **teneas** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 5:38 pm

baddates1 wrote:How much thicker is the rabbit felt from the Fed IV rabbit felt?

Fed IV is thinner than my Garrison, but not nearly as soft or "floppy" for lack of better terms.

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Sat Nov 29, 2014 1:15 am

I just ordered a rabbit Raiders hat last week, so looking forward to when it is finished! They look great, and it was time I got a new hat.

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Sat Nov 29, 2014 10:20 am

Congrats

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sun Jan 11, 2015 4:42 pm

baddates1 wrote:I just ordered a rabbit Raiders hat last week, so looking forward to when it is finished! They look great, and it was time I got a new hat.

Any updates baddates1? Looking forward to seeing that hat!

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Sun Jan 11, 2015 6:08 pm

I am still currantly waiting for it. I believe I'm on my 7th or 8th week, so any day

Here's crossing fingers

Sakis · Post by **Sakis** » Tue Jan 20, 2015 10:59 am

Has anyone got in touch with David from Garrison Hatters recently?

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Tue Jan 20, 2015 8:03 pm

I haven't heard anything from him in a while, though Im still waiting for the "Your hat has shipped!!" email from him.

Sakis · Post by **Sakis** » Wed Jan 21, 2015 10:35 am

baddates1 wrote:I haven't heard anything from him in a while, though Im still waiting for the "Your hat has shipped!!" email from him.

Same here.

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Wed Jan 28, 2015 7:12 pm

Hat came!!!
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Loving this hat! It was there on my doorstep when I came back from shooting hockey pucks. I couldn't wait to open it! When I opened it(which during this process, I cut my thumb

), the first thing I saw was that lovely Champagne liner with the staff of Ra insignia in it! I pulled out the hat, and it was beautiful! I love the ribbon work, and the inside liner, everything on this hat!

The good: It was very nice Rabbit felt, really nice ribbon work, and the liner was really nice! The felt is very soft, and I'm sure with a bit of time, it will have a very nice color to it! It is the best hat I have! I love how the liner is sewn in, and not glued.

The ok's (just my personal preference): I feel bad about writing this, because it is a very well made and beautiful hat. Please forgive me LLS. The front sides of the brim was down too much, and there was too much of a hump in the front(this may have been from shipping). The top of the crown was a little bit too pointy, but all of this can be redone with a bit of tweaking

All in all, it is a very well made and gorgeous hat! I will be wearing this thing quite a bit to break it in! I am not disappointed at all!
Thank you LLS for making this hat! My federation deluxe IV was getting a bit worn, so I needed something new, and you nailed it!
Pics soon to come!

Regards! -baddates1

Ridgerunner58 · Post by **Ridgerunner58** » Wed Jan 28, 2015 10:03 pm

First - what did those poor hockey pucks ever do to you?
Second - I wouldn't sweat it's current shape. They start looking one way and a month down the road they start looking like YOUR hat.

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Wed Jan 28, 2015 11:09 pm

Thanks! And I guess those hockey pucks had It coming to them, what with those accidents of people getting hit in the head by them

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sat Jan 31, 2015 11:46 am

Lets see some hat pictures baddates1!!!

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TheJonesBoys · Post by **TheJonesBoys** » Tue Feb 03, 2015 7:42 pm

Greetings All,

I too have ordered a raiders hat from Garrison Hats mid last month. I got to talk to David through email, and he was very friendly and insightful while helping me decide on my order. I decided to go with the Raiders style with the asymmetrical turn and I can't wait to have a look at it. I don't expect to hear any updates on it until late March or early April. Once it arrives, I'll be sure to share it here with the community.

Best regards,

Trevor
TheJonesBoys

rogera · Post by **rogera** » Tue Feb 03, 2015 9:55 pm

Talk, talk, talk!!!!! :WLWOP:

Jeremiah · Post by **Jeremiah** » Tue Feb 03, 2015 10:48 pm

I'll second that motion.

baddates1 · Post by **baddates1** » Tue Feb 03, 2015 11:55 pm

I will post pics up a.s.a.p. as soon as I figure out how to post pics without links here.

Post by **Michaelson** » Wed Feb 04, 2015 7:57 am

You can use a link too, if that would be easier.

Regard! Michaelson

rogera · Post by **rogera** » Thu Feb 05, 2015 5:51 pm

And sooner!

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sun Feb 08, 2015 11:51 am

Ill throw a picture out there. This morning waking up on the side of a mountain. Here is the silhouette of my Garrison on my tent.

Someone ambushed us with the flash pardon the faces but kinda shows the good character my hat has taken on.

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Post by **Dr. Nebraska S.** » Sun Feb 08, 2015 12:25 pm

Great looking hat and silhouette, Chris!

Best wishes,
Dr. Nebraska S.

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Sakis · Post by **Sakis** » Thu Mar 05, 2015 4:23 pm

Today I received an old vintage hat I had sent out for reblocking. This 30+ year old hat found its new glory thanks to the great craftsmanship of Garrison Hatters. I must admit I am amazed from the entire outcome since the hat was in terrible condition due to improper storing. I never thought it would look so darn good. Thank you very much David, as you can see the hat made it to its destination and you have a completely satisfied customer

I hope you are enjoying the lovely comfort of your home. And since threads like this worth nothing without pictures I have attached a few. The two at the bottom are obviously before David made its miracle.

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Thu Mar 05, 2015 11:12 pm

WOW what a transformation. He's good, he's very very good. I love my Garrison.

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binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Thu Mar 05, 2015 11:24 pm

David brought back to life a vintage beater featherweight felt hat of mine several years ago and it still looks awesome. It's my go-to summer felt. There may actually be pics of it earlier in this thread.

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binkmeisterRick · Post by **binkmeisterRick** » Thu Mar 05, 2015 11:28 pm

Yep! It's back on page 26. ;-)

EDIT: I just noticed that it's on page 11 on the laptop view, versus 26 on my Tapatalk on my phone!

backstagejack · Post by **backstagejack** » Mon Mar 09, 2015 8:43 pm

I've roamed the thread and seen a few Bogarts throughout.

Any more Bogarts out there?
Or how about the "China Ladd" offer that Garrison has?

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Tue Mar 10, 2015 8:06 pm

A 2 year old Garrison Raider at 7,000 Ft. I sure love this hat.

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Illinois James · Post by **Illinois James** » Tue Mar 10, 2015 8:51 pm

Nice Garrison. Haven't worn mine in a while. Gotta get it out!

And it's staying on your head even at that incline!

ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Tue Mar 10, 2015 9:08 pm

Illinois James wrote:Nice Garrison. Haven't worn mine in a while. Gotta get it out!

And it's staying on your head even at that incline!

This hat has stayed on in some pretty good windstorms. When the Chinook winds come through this hat stays attached to my head alot better than you'd think! Almost wonder if I got a size too small!

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ChrisMD · Post by **ChrisMD** » Sat Mar 28, 2015 4:58 pm

Gotta wake up the Garrison thread! Found a few old pics from Disney. The IJESS Indy wanted to trade hats.

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Post by **Cajunkraut** » Sat Mar 28, 2015 5:40 pm

ChrisMD wrote:The IJESS Indy wanted to trade hats.

Ha! I bet he did by the looks of that thing on HIS head.

Great pics, Chris.