Vintage Resistol 990 Beaver XXX Fedora Hat Brown Fur Felt Size 7 Byer-Rolnick
Mid-Century Resistol 990 Beaver XXX Fedora
Vintage Resistol “Self-Conforming” 990 fedora in rich brown fur felt. This example is marked Beaver XXX and carries the Byer-Rolnick product designation, identifying it as mid-century production (late 1950s) from Resistol’s Dallas, Texas era.
The felt presents with a smooth, refined finish and excellent structure. Trimmed with a tonal brown grosgrain ribbon and classic side bow. Original feather remains present.
The interior retains the Resistol 990 crest and gold-stamped sweatband markings.
Details
Brand: Resistol
Model: 990 Self-Conforming
Quality Marking: Beaver XXX
Manufacturer: Byer-Rolnick Co.
Origin: Dallas, Texas, USA
Era: Circa late 1950s to very early 1960s
Material: Fur felt (Beaver XXX blend)
Colour: Deep brown
Measurements
Unmarked as to size. Based on measurement, it should fit approximately a size 6 7/8 to 7.
- Circumference: 21 7/8 inches measured around the sweatband
- Interior opening: 6 1/2 inches x 8 inches
- Brim width: 2 inches
- Crown height: 4 3/4 inches
Condition
Very clean vintage condition. Felt presents evenly with no staining. Ribbon band is clean; any darker areas visible in photographs are due to light reflection. Sweatband intact and supple. One small circular spot, with no discolouration, to the lining above the Jacobson's stamping
No structural issues noted.
A well-proportioned mid-century Resistol 990 in a versatile brown tone - excellent collectible fedora1!