{"product_id":"vintage-biltmore-black-beaver-blend-velour-fedora-6-7-8","title":"Vintage Biltmore Beaver Blend Velour Fedora Hat Black 6 7\/8 Made in Canada 1950s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Biltmore fedora is crafted in a rich black beaver blend fur felt with a luxurious velour finish. The surface has a dense, soft nap that gives the hat depth and a subtle sheen under light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Canada by Biltmore, this example dates to approximately the late 1950s to early 1960s based on its interior crest, sweatband stamping, proportions, and Quebec retailer marking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior retains its original Biltmore Beaver Blend crest under a clear plastic protector. The leather sweatband is gold stamped and retailer marked to Pat’s Men’s \u0026amp; Boys’ Wear, 5425 Verdun Ave., Verdun, P.Q.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic mid-century fedora with a narrow brim and period styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Biltmore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Beaver Blend\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Beaver blend fur felt (velour finish)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003e Black\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1955–1962\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMade in:\u003c\/b\u003e Canada\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarked Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 6 7\/8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size tag reads 6 7\/8. Please rely on the measurements for best fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircumference: 21 3\/4\" measured around the sweatband\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior opening: 6 1\/2\" x 8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrim: 1 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrown height: 4 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition. The velour finish remains even and plush. Interior lining intact. Sweatband is supple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe band around the crown is frayed at one area on the right side, visible in the photo of that side. In addition, there is a bit of verdigris to the text under the plastic, but this could be cleaned by removing the plastic protector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Hat Stands Out\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine mid-century Canadian Biltmore production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeaver blend velour fur felt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic 1950s proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuebec retailer imprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller, harder-to-find size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined vintage black fedora suitable for formal wear, tailored menswear, or elevated everyday styling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42948330553449,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Biltmore-Beaver-Blend-Velour-Fedora-1.jpg?v=1772030012","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/products\/vintage-biltmore-black-beaver-blend-velour-fedora-6-7-8","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}