Forming Stetson Hat Bodies
Title
Forming Stetson Hat Bodies
Description
Located in the Forming Department of the John B. Stetson Company, Philadelphia, the fur was blown on to a revolving copper cone, minutely perforated, which was about three feet high, forming a thin covering of felt. This cone and the felt, protected by a metal covering, were placed in hot water. After this step the formed body was removed. This was the first step in the shaping of the hat.
Creator
John B. Stetson Hat Company
Source
Hagley Museum & Library
Date
c. 1913
Contributor
Kolby Gonzalez
Rights
TBD
Original Format
Postcard
Physical Dimensions
9 x 14 cm
Files
Citation
John B. Stetson Hat Company, “Forming Stetson Hat Bodies,” Philly Immigration, accessed October 22, 2026, https://www.phillyimmigration.nunncenter.net/items/show/42.