Sgt. John Campbell, SASS #58165 48 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 I'm starting to get my Wild Bunch uniform put together, and have a few questions about the campaign hat. First, where is everybody finding theirs? Second, what brand of hat are you purchasing? And third, how true are these to size (I wear a 7 5/8 hat, in long oval, should I order a 7 5/8 or a 7 3/4)? I've been looking at a few on eBay, and am considering one of the Trooper Brown Campaign Hats. Trooper Brown Campaign Hat Link to post Share on other sites
Utah Bob #35998 15,861 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 link Miller Hats Modern campaign hats are similar in appearance to the original 1911 model but the color and brim thickness are different. I was able to find some older ones on Ebay a while back. Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Woodrow Cahill, SASS # 54363 0 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Here's the best quality one out there ... http://www.bratemans.com/Felt-CampaignMP-F40-P920.aspx Link to post Share on other sites
U B Mountain #40498 0 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 My favoriate UNCLE got me mine way back when. Link to post Share on other sites
Steeltown Joe, SASS #74630 0 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Sgt. Check out the Gray Squirrel's post on LFR Saloon ! Can't wait for the season to start ! I'm ready for this winter to end and get to shooting ! Steeltown Link to post Share on other sites
Turquoise Bill, SASS #39118 277 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Try this one from Coon Creek: http://www.cooncreekoldwest.com/frampage.htm? Link to post Share on other sites
Sacramento Johnson #6873 50 Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 Howdy! Actually, I bought one from Stratton Hats (what brateman's sells) awhile back. It was very thick felt (not very high quality), with a non-leather sweatband, no lining, and the dimensions were small (brim length and crown height) compared to what was used around the turn of the century. I re-creased the brim and crown (to make it look more turn of the century), had a leather sweatband and satin lining put in, but still wasn't happy with it and eventually sold it off. If I were to buy one now, here's where I would go: http://onlinemilitaria.net/shopexd.asp?id=3624&bc=no I've bought other gear from them in the past and been pleased. This being nutria really piques my interest, as that was a preferred fur felt in the early part of the 20th century according to my research (you know those real big cowboy hats worn by Mix and others, that could be squished under a vest, and then spring back to shape? Yep, Nutria.) Link to post Share on other sites
Utah Bob #35998 15,861 Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 This being nutria really piques my interest, as that was a preferred fur felt in the early part of the 20th century according to my research True, for civilian wear, but the Army issue campaign hats were wool felt to keep costs down. Link to post Share on other sites
Doc Fill 'Em 67797 21 Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 I bought one off Ebay like you're talking about and it's fine. Made in China, quality is good. Paid about $35-40 for it. I wear a 7 1/8 and it's a wee bit tight but that's okay cause it stays on good. I think it will stretch some after it's worn awhile. When in doubt on size, better a might big. You can always put padding under the sweatband to tighten it a little if need be. Link to post Share on other sites
Jefro, SASS#69420 426 Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 http://onlinemilitaria.net/shopexd.asp?id=3624&bc=no I've bought other gear from them in the past and been pleased. This being nutria really piques my interest, Howdy Sacramento, thanks nice site, all the ones I've seen so far have been wool, not for me. The nutria would be nice, but at that price I think I'll have Colorado Mnt. make me one, he's done two cowboy hats for me, best I've ever had. Good Luck Colorado Mnt. Hats Jefro Link to post Share on other sites
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