Hat Stretcher. Adjustable Wood Milliner Hat Block. Display Stand.

This hat stretcher which dates from c1900 is made of wood, was originally used in the manufacture of hat and has a wooden base with a metal screw adjustment handle.

Description

This hat stretcher which dates from c1900 is made of wood and was originally used in the manufacture of hats.

The stretcher has a wooden base with a metal screw adjustment handle that widens when turned and has a wonderful rich colour.

A great looking hat stretcher that is perfect for displaying hats or just for displaying in the home, as a shop display or prop.

Date: c1900.

Dimensions: 33 cm (10 1/4 inches) Length. 17 cm (6 3/4 inches) Width. 33 cm (13 inches) Height.

Weight: 5.925 kg.

Condition: Very good used antique condition with signs of use in keeping with age. A nice patina and look. Some age related wear, some small chips, cracks and bruises. The handle screw mechanism works well. Size / name plate is missing. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the wooden hat stretcher is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

References

SKU: AWHS1807