~ Vintage LOCK & Co. "St. James's Street, London" Homburg Hat - Cobalt Gray Fur Finish
- Stamped: Yes
- Brand: LOCK & Co. Hatters "St. James's Street, London"
- Dated: 30/11/65 (November 30, 1965)
- Type: Homburg
- Finish: Wild Hare Fur Felt (Rabbit)
- Hat Color: Cobalt Gray (HEX: #484A4B)
- Band Color: Black
- Sweatband Color: Brown
- Origin: Made in London
BEFORE PICTURE: (Pic. #12, #13, #14, #15, #16) Professionally Cleaned! (No stains, dies, or harsh chemicals were used in this process.)
* Special Note: The company was founded in 1676 by Robert Davis. When Davis died in 1759, James Lock inherited the company from his former master, and the Lock family, James's descendants, still own and run the company today. The shop has been in its current location since 1765. Lock & Co. Hatters are the world's oldest hat shop, the world's 34th oldest family-owned business, and is a double Royal Warrant Holder. Its shop is located at 6 St James's Street, London, and is a Grade II listed historic building. (Pic. #18, #19)
~ Special Characteristics!
- Felted by Master Craftsmen!
- RARE & Unique Find!
- H-T-F Design!
- Custom Designed!
- Pencil Curl Edge!
- Raw Edge!
- Wide Brim!
- Removable Hatpin!
~ Size: 7 (56cm)
- Head Opening: 6⅜"W × 7¾"L (22")
- Crown Height: 5"
- Brim Width: 2⅜"
- Band Width: 2"
* Note: This hat has been measured with the dimensions given above. (Approximate)
* Note: All hat sizes may slightly vary, due to Brand, Age/Era, and overall Shape & Design.
~ With consideration of the age, use, & material. I would consider this Vintage LOCK & Co. "St. James's Street, London" Homburg Hat - Cobalt Gray Fur Finish to be in EXCELLENT - MINT condition!
- View all photos for the best description of the condition.
- No rips or holes!
- No loose threads or unraveling!
- No loss of color or sun-faded!
- No moth holes or flea bites!
- No bad smells or odors!
- The sweatband is soft & pliable!
- Very clean & well-kept!
- Condition is used. (Pre-owned)
* Special Note: Unlike the contemporary made hats of today, these well-made vintage hats have stood up to the "Test of Time"! And with a little care & proper handling, these hats are GUARANTEED to last for centuries to come!
* Note: Interior may show signs of use.
~ Satisfaction Guaranteed!
Hand Restoration Process Includes:
- Felt/Finish Cleaning & Brushing!
- Felt/Finish Steaming & Reshaping!
- Felt/Finish Sanitizing & Deodorizing!
- Sweatband Sanitizing & Deodorizing!
- Sweatband Cleaning & Reconditioning!
- Sweatband Reinstallation or Replacement! (when necessary)
- Band & Bow Cleaning & Reconditioning!
- Band & Bow Replacement! (when necessary)
- Interior Bow Replacement! (when necessary)
- Interior Tag Reinforcement & Perseveration!
- And Much, Much More!
* Note: This is a vintage hat that retains some or all of its original components. Also, it may have been restored with vintage components.
Additional care & handling may be desired and/or required. (Satisfaction Guaranteed!)
* Note: Hatbox Not Included. (Professionally packaged to preserve shape during shipment.)
* Note: Up To (3) Fedoras/Hats With Combined Shipping! - some exceptions may apply (size, shape, Ect.).
* Note: Doesn't Fit?? Wrong Color? FREE RETURNS!
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~ Quality & Condition Scale
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- 1 - FOR PARTS - FAIR
- 2 - FAIR
- 3 - FAIR - GOOD
- 4 - GOOD
- 5 - GOOD - GREAT
- 6 - GREAT
- 7 - GREAT - EXCELLENT
- 8 - EXCELLENT
- 9 - EXCELLENT - MINT
- 10 - MINT
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{Rev. 6/7/23}