Midwest H.B. & D. Co. Chicago Wooden Hat Block Explore this vintage 1920s-1950s wooden hat block from Midwest H.B. & D. Co., Chicago, a prized piece for hat makers, collectors, or rustic decor lovers. Crafted from hardwood with a smooth dome crown and sturdy base, this antique millinery tool, style #796, is perfect for shaping fedoras, derbies, or classic hats from felt or straw. Marked with size 22 1/2 (approx. 7 US/56 cm), "H. Lauer," and "Midwest H.B. & D. Co. Chicago," it reflects the craftsmanship of a leading Chicago hat block manufacturer. The base features a mounting hole for stand use, with natural wear like knots and scratches adding to its authentic patina. A must-have for collectors of millinery supplies, vintage hat blocks, or Chicago industrial antiques!
Condition: Used, fully intact—ready for restoration or immediate use with minor imperfections enhancing its charm.
Features: Maker: Midwest H.B. & D. Co. Style Number: 796 Size: 22.5 (22-1/2 inch head circumference) Material: Solid wood with original patina Period: Early 1920s-1950s Handwritten Markings: "F" (likely for front), and "H. Lauer". Stamped: 22 1/2 796 and Midwest H.B. & D. Co. Chicago Measures when put together approximately 10 inches tall by 7.25 inches by 6 inches It weighs approximately 2 pounds 10 ounces
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