I got my first flat cap. How did I do?

[borwish]

I've been wanting a flat cap for a few years, but never bit the bullet. Then @Crixus posted the two hats on the BST and rekindled the fire (I wanted a little more color, so I wasn't interested in his particular items. I'm still going to blame him for making me spend money though.) After a little looking I found one that struck my fancy rather strongly and ordered it about two hours after I saw crixus' post.

I've been wearing it for two days and can feel a subtle change. Instead of saying "Good Morning" it's become "aight Jimmy"! One fellow on my morning walk remarked that he liked my "new apple" and a lady remarked that she liked my "snazzy hat." I haven't seen any one wear a driver's cap (what we call a flat cap here) for several years. Most men wear a ball cap or beanie in winter with the occasional boonie and cowboy hat thrown in. What says the forum? Did I chose well?

The first photo makes it look a little lop sided, but that's just how I'm holding it.

 

[ctr]

Nice hat, congratulations. Fine Irish brand. I own several, well more than a few flat caps. My preferred cooler weather headwear.

Have had a few compliments over the years. Probably because most men don't wear civilized hats anymore, and fewer still the flat cap.

 

[CANES]

Big fan of the flat cap. Looks great. I have a similar patch one like that in brown.

 

[emwolf]

Nice! I got my first nice flat cap for my birthday this year (been buying the cheap ones until now).

 

[tankerjohn]

Very fine, sir! I trust that cap will serve you well for many years. I adore my tweed flat caps.

 

[JCarr]

I have a Mucros cap...it's black wool with just a few red stripes weaved in with a quilted lining. I've had it for years. Wear it year round. Great hats!

 

[FarmerTan]

I inherited two. I actually don't look shtoopid in them, which I thought was a certainty! I look forward to wearing them this winter.

And @borwish , in my opinion you done good in picking out the one you did. That type is one I plan to ask Santa for.

 

[Marco]

Sir, I'm a huge fan of flat caps and yours looks gorgeous! My favourite version is the Baker Boy, especially those made by Failsworth Harris Tweed (established in 1903).

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[Wishoot]

I love flat caps. Unfortunately, it's a look I just cannot pull off. My wife refuses to be seen near me when wearing one.

 

[DEgeezer]

Very nice! I normally don't wear a cap/hat, but if I did........!

 

[Ad Astra]

Me sainted Ma loved it when I wore one, but. They seem to be better suited to those both older and younger than me.

If you can pull it off, it's a great look and practical, especially if you waterproof it well with some 3M spray - keep the "fine, soft weather" off ya.


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[shave/brush]

Nice cap. They are a very practical hat. Looks good too.

 

[TinyTim]

Nice hat, congratulations. Fine Irish brand. I own several, well more than a few flat caps. My preferred cooler weather headwear.

Have had a few compliments over the years. Probably because most men don't wear civilized hats anymore, and fewer still the flat cap.

I agree. Very civilized hat.

 

[fast shaver]

I inherited two. I actually don't look shtoopid in them, which I thought was a certainty! I look forward to wearing them this winter.

And @borwish , in my opinion you done good in picking out the one you did. That type is one I plan to ask Santa for.

Can we see ya wearing that Flat Cap on your incredibly Handsome Face.? @FarmerTan

 

[Rhody]

 

[captp]

I hope you get a cup of soup with that hat.
Kidding. Good looking flat cap.

 

[FarmerTan]

Can we see ya wearing that Flat Cap on your incredibly Handsome Face.? @FarmerTan

Of course! But I have to wait until tomorrow, because it's nighttime here, and I'm even MORE incredibly handsome in the natural lighting that the midday provides here!

 

[Dave himself]

Beautiful flat cap. I've 3 tweed flat caps 2 are paperboy style and a Belfast style one. In the winter I never leave home without one on my head.

 

[Marco]

In the winter I never leave home without one on my head.

Exactly the same for me, Dave!

 

[Mr. Shavington]

Flat caps are great. It’s so handy to be able to fold it up and keep in a jacket pocket in case it gets cold or starts to rain. For me hats are a practical thing, to keep the rain and sun off without having to carry an umbrella.