Sizing Stetson Hat Bodies
Title
Sizing Stetson Hat Bodies
Description
Sizing is systematic shrinking of the formed hat bodies to proper size. In the Sizing Department of the John B. Stetson Company, Philadelphia, the bodies are repeatedly dipped in hot water, which causes the fur fibers to shrink and knit closely. While shrinking they are carefully manipulated so that the fur is properly distributed, being reduced about two-thirds in size.
Creator
John B. Stetson Hat Company
Source
Hagley Museum & Library
Date
1913
Contributor
Amy Oberholtzer
Rights
Courtesy of Hagley Museum and Library
Language
English
Original Format
Photo
Files
Citation
John B. Stetson Hat Company, “Sizing Stetson Hat Bodies,” Philly Immigration, accessed November 19, 2024, https://phillyimmigration.nunncenter.net/items/show/53.