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Vtg Black Beaver Bailey 5X (XXXXX) Western Hat Size 6 7/8 "55" ~ Brand New w/Box
$ 102.96
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Vintage Black Bailey Pro 5X (XXXXX) BEAVER Cowboy Hat Size 6 7/8 "55"Brand New with Original Box! ~ Bought in Vail, Colorado and Never Worn
Incredible Brand New Black Bailey BEAVER Western Hat in Original Box with tickets still attached
~ was 0 when purchased
This
Pro 5X is a 100% Beaver Fur Felt Western Hat
with a
4 1/2" Rodeo Crown
and a
Self Felt Band
and
Metal Buckle Set
.
The
Pro 5X
is fully lined with a
Satin Lining
and has a
Leather Comfort Sweatband
.
The
Pro 5X
is round
oval Rodeo crown
with a
4 1/4 inch Brim
.
"High end cowboy hats were made with beaver felt. Just how much beaver fur is in the mix of a modern beaver hat is a trade secret. The Stetson Hat Company may have been the first makers to use an “X” designation to represent felted fur formulas as early as 1904. In modern markets, there is no reliable quality comparison using the listing of “Xs” on a felt hat’s sweatband. Among hats made by the same manufacturer, however, the number of “Xs” on various models in their line suggest higher beaver content, quality and price within that company.
Classic cowboy hats are composed of a high creased crown and wide brim that is shaped for protection from the sun. The finest fur cowboy hats of modern time are crafted in a similar fashion. Fur blends are assigned “X” ratings unique to each manufacturer which rates the blend. Typically, the higher the “X” number, the softer the fur pile feels and the easier it is to steam and shape. Fur blends are typically a blend of wool felt, rabbit fur, and beaver fur. As the quality of the felt increases, more rabbit and beaver fur are used, while the amount of wool felt decreases. 100% Beaver fur is the highest quality fur cowboy hat. Other furs, such as Buffalo fur, are blended into some hats for its water repelling characteristics.
Bailey - "just use your head"
Box Dimensions:
(18.5" x 15.5" x 8")
Will be carefully packaged & shipped via USPS Priority Mail (including insurance and delivery confirmation)
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