M.C. Gannon Hat Company

[hambone71]

Good God you've got a great Gannon!!!

I'll swear that Michael keeps getting better every year. Congrats.

Silverbelly Gannon Gambler
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Thank you, Randy! That Gambler sure looks good on you.

 

[The Lost Cowboy]

NHD! Gannon Highwayman. This was made with Dress/Western felt in Natural. The felt is finely pounced as the hand is silky smooth to the touch. The crown is very similar to my Gannon dress weight as it is soft and I could easily reshape it if I wanted to. The brim is significantly stiffer and will hold it's shape unless I put steam to it. The ribbon color is called metal and is 16L with a frayed double bow. The binding is felt matching at 3/8". The crown as creased is 4 1/4" at the front and 5 1/4 on the sides. The brim is 2 3/4" after the curl. The sweatband is called Ginger and it has a creme liner.

Michael and I went back and forth a bit regarding putting some shape in the brim. Ultimately, I decided to keep it flat, the way God intended it to be on this model. No flaws, just a magnificent build. Fit is absolutely perfect. I wore it all afternoon as I was driving all over North Alabama and loved every minute of it. It's easy to wear but substantial enough to withstand the elements.
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A side by side comparison of my Natural dress weight OR clone vs Natural Dress/Western weight Highwayman.
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Looks really terrific Phil. Sounds like you had a fun time putting it together, too. It really is a special experience to have a hat made.

Congratulations on another great Gannon, brother!

 

[Hurricane Jack]

NHD! Gannon Highwayman.

Very nice results Phil. I’m glad you like it. You wear it well!

 

[StoryPNW]

NHD! Gannon Highwayman. This was made with Dress/Western felt in Natural. The felt is finely pounced as the hand is silky smooth to the touch. The crown is very similar to my Gannon dress weight as it is soft and I could easily reshape it if I wanted to. The brim is significantly stiffer and will hold it's shape unless I put steam to it. The ribbon color is called metal and is 16L with a frayed double bow. The binding is felt matching at 3/8". The crown as creased is 4 1/4" at the front and 5 1/4 on the sides. The brim is 2 3/4" after the curl. The sweatband is called Ginger and it has a creme liner.

Michael and I went back and forth a bit regarding putting some shape in the brim. Ultimately, I decided to keep it flat, the way God intended it to be on this model. No flaws, just a magnificent build. Fit is absolutely perfect. I wore it all afternoon as I was driving all over North Alabama and loved every minute of it. It's easy to wear but substantial enough to withstand the elements.
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A side by side comparison of my Natural dress weight OR clone vs Natural Dress/Western weight Highwayman.
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Congrats! Love the ribbon choice, compliments the natural felt perfectly.

 

[hambone71]

Very nice results Phil. I’m glad you like it. You wear it well!

Congrats! Love the ribbon choice, compliments the natural felt perfectly.

Thank you HJ and Simeon! You two guys have unknowingly guided me to this specific hat with your posts and photos of the Highwayman. Both y’all’s highwayman’s are magnificent!

 

[StoryPNW]

Thank you HJ and Simeon! You two guys have unknowingly guided me to this specific hat with your posts and photos of the Highwayman. Both y’all’s highwayman’s are magnificent!

HJ was one of the ones who piqued my interest in the Highwayman as well.

 

[tamz0r]

beautiful hat yo

 

[Hurricane Jack]

Thank you HJ and Simeon!

HJ was one of the ones who piqued my interest in the Highwayman as well.

Thanks guys. I think of the Highwayman as a 1920’s - 1930’s Western dress fedora. Michael builds a very nice hat. He apprenticed with one of the best, I believe.

 

[hambone71]

Showing some more Gannon love whilst out and about today. 100X dress weight beaver in Steel. 2 5/8” bound edge brim.

 

[hambone71]

Third straight day of Gannon! I’m in the zone! 1989 vintage Carhartt blanket lined Chore Coat inspired by @Bamaboots.

 

[Hurricane Jack]

Besides the two with mid ribbons I have two TAR’s.

 

[hambone71]

Besides the two with mid ribbons I have two TAR’s.

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Fine, fine examples, HJ! I draw lots of inspiration from yours and other's posts!

 

[MattinMD]

Greetings fellow Gannon fans! I've got a few hats to set free... Is this the appropriate place to post? They are mostly lovely Gannons.

 

[Zombie_61]

Greetings fellow Gannon fans! I've got a few hats to set free... Is this the appropriate place to post? They are mostly lovely Gannons.

If, by "set free", you mean you're willing to trade or sell, the appropriate place would be the Classifieds forum. <<< Just click on the orange words, and you should be taken there.

 

[MattinMD]

If, by "set free", you mean you're willing to trade or sell, the appropriate place would be the Classifieds forum. <<< Just click on the orange words, and you should be taken there.

Yes! Thanks!

 

[hambone71]

Greetings fellow Gannon fans! I've got a few hats to set free... Is this the appropriate place to post? They are mostly lovely Gannons.

What size, Matt?

 

[belfastboy]

If, by "set free", you mean you're willing to trade or sell, the appropriate place would be the Classifieds forum. <<< Just click on the orange words, and you should be taken there.

I can't understand why anyone would part with one of Michael's great hats!!!

 

[hambone71]

I can't understand why anyone would part with one of Michael's great hats!!!

Exactly! I keep adding more!

 

[jeffgarf]

Yes! Thanks!

I will check the Classified section with bated breath. Love to see these.

 

[MattinMD]

What size, Matt?

7 3/8