He was delighted. Got this as a gift for my nephew. He loved the hat and it's very flattering on him. Just right!

Like a john D Rockefeller now I need pants suspenders an along wool overcoat

to most hat styles I've worn. I ordered a large and it's too small.This is not perhaps the company's fault, but it is a problem. I will be sending it back for either a refund or exchange. However, I do love the products available on the website; but am realizing that for my noggin it is probably wiser to get my hats custom-made.

Nice quality product at a fair price - and it arrived quickly.

The derby is very nice and is well made, I really do like it. The problem for me was I thought I could wear the M size but I had to insert size-reducing foam all the way around behind the sweatband to make it fit a 6 7/8 size head.

I have a lot of hats, mostly Stetson cowboy hats. But I couldn't see paying $248 (typical) for a Stetson Bowler/Derby. So I looked for a medium quality Bowler. I tried a few others that ranged from theater quality (don't be seen up close in it) to reasonable quality hats. One was decent but was mailed in a shipping bag and was crushed. Go figure huh? Send a hat in a bag for the less than careful shipping companies to modify for your customer on the way to the customer. With the background out of the way these folks sent me one of these hats in a box. A shipping box not a hat box, but for this money so what. It came in good condition and very quickly. The fit and finish of this hat was at least comparable to a $150 quality hat and for for much less. I like the hat. It fits right and looks great. I would buy it again without a doubt.

It is everything the product description said it would be and more. Very happy!

I was concerned about the fit but is great. Very good material. Will be ordering a brown one soon. Got a lot of historical reenactors who ask where I got it. Gave them your web site.

This is much better quality felt than the former "deluxe" model derby (although, to it's credit, after several years of daily use, I have consigned the earlier model to "motorcycle duty" due to wear, yet it is still holding up well even to 65mph!) The new Scala model has become my daily "town" wear hat. I have 4 "Deluxe" derbies, 2 Scala, 2 Capas, in 3 different colors, I wear them all, none feel, or look "costume-ey" As these wear, I will come back for more.

Good looking hat. I took it to western shop to have it steam shaped to fit my head better.

I wore my hat to the silent film festival it will be a lot of fun they dident have the hat in medeum it would hav fit better but still fun

Received numerous compliments about the Bowler.

Got the medium, it's pretty big had to get some of those inner rim pads. When I folded it out to insert them the liner separated from the hat. All in all looks good, but the quality wasn't worth the money.

Really nice quality , arrived quicker than expected . I got alot of good comments .

I absolutely love this hat abuse it its fine

I am looking for any hats that can look good while conducting Masonic Lodge. This had does not meet the standards. I thought it would, but it looks too weird on a fat guy. the Tall Derby does much better.

Many years ago I bought a fancy, lined, "crushable" bowler at a hat shop in Carmel, CA and it's been my go-to for every nearly every gig ever since. Recently it went missing and after searching high and low for over a month, and only finding hard Bowlers or obviously cheap imitations, I finally found just what I needed here. I wish the sweat band were black rather than tan, and I miss my fancy lining, but in all other ways this hat is perfect and I plan to buy another one to have on hand just in case. Thanks for such a fine product!

The quality of this hat is incredible! I bought a Gambler Hat as well and most people like the Bowler more. I haven't had the courage to crush it, but I trust that it works just fine. I am very happy with my purchase.

Does not fit as the size suggests. Because the material is crushable, it is also stretchable, and needs some material aded to the sweat band to fit better.

the bowler has exceeded my expectations,,the quality of materials, and design are exquisite,,the UV protection, even limited is a remarkably brilliant idea,,and the fit is exceptionable,,thank you,,this is my second order with the emporium,,harboring an idea of future many purchases,, without hesitation,,in a moment of rarity,, "hat's off to ya" emporium,, brynlavern

I love this hat!!! It's soft and pliable and will bounce back when you have to pack it in small spaces. It looks great and it feels great as it is soft wool. Definitely worth the money!

Love it! Professional looking and well built. Came in beautifully in a crush-proof container which was magnificent. This company is top of the line.

This hat is super attractive. I am happy I chose Historical Emporium. The description is completely accurate and I appreciate it is made of great material. I have not actually crushed the hat but sometimes I dent the top and the hat maintains it shape after. I really enjoy the hat.

It's a sturdy, simple, good looking hat. My boyfriend looks good in it.

Super awesome topper! So great, in fact, that the recipient has decided to change his name to CrushAble Bowler!!

The hat goes very well with a vest I purchased somewhat recently and I wore the combination to a wedding and got many compliments. Also I have to mention that it is quite comfortable and fits well.