Stetson

[SourPower]

I took the recommendation of @mclaincausey to visit this fantastic shop. Could not be happier with the Gulfport as my first straw hat! Had an exceptional experience chatting with the 4th Generation Michael Meyer and admiring his silver bracelets in this storied hatter.

[mclaincausey]

@SourPower I went in there with a bunch of people who visibly frustrated him by not understanding how to pick a hat that fits. I saw the Gulfport, picked it up and put it on and said “I’ll take this one.” He checked the fit and said “ok this guy knows how to fit a hat.”

[Oaktavia]

Any current members out there wearing a Stetson? My first ever western hat arrived today and is on my front deck waiting for me. I'll post pics later, but I would love to see some photos of y'alls if you have 'em.

[matt_rost]

@Oaktavia
I currently own more Resistols, but the Stetson Seminole is the one I wear by far the most often...

[matt_rost]

Still my first choice for the warmer days: Stetson Emilio!
However, once temperatures hit 20 degrees Celsius, it becomes too warm for me, as the number of ventilation holes is quite limited.

[John Galt]

@Oaktavia I have and wear most of the Stetson Royal Deluxe Open Roads and in warmer weather their hemp Open Roads.

[Oaktavia]

Thanks for sharing, gents!

I didnt like the flimsy and shiny string thing that came with my hat. So I made a band using 14oz indigo/indigo selvedge.

[jordanscollected]

@Oaktavia hell yes Stevie!!! I love the flat brim hat and selvedge nod.

[Oaktavia]

@jordanscollected heck yeah! When I first came up with the selvedge idea, I thought it might be too on the nose. But once I got it on there, it looked great. I wonder if I'll get any evo on that little strip of denim...

[matt_rost]

@Oaktavia
Very remarkable customization. Now, re-edge the edge of the hat brim in white or red/white cotton material.