Satisfying Step-By-Step Custom Hat Making

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  • čas přidán 5. 10. 2021
  • Flint and Port Hat Company is a one-craftsman custom-hat shop in Bainbridge, Georgia. The hats are made by hand by owner and milliner Eldrick Jacobs and take up to four days to craft. Jacobs shares his love for hat making by walking us through each step of the process, offering his expert insights along the way.
    STEPS:
    00:23 Choose felt
    00:44 Choose block
    01:00 Steam hat body
    01:14 Stretch hat over block
    01:27 Make break line
    01:59 Iron the break line
    02:12 Dry up to 48 hours
    02:20 Cut brim
    02:33 Sand down
    3:12 Burn off excess felt
    03:28 Create sweatband
    04:02 Trim the brim
    04:43 Modify the brow
    05:00 Crown the hat
    For more, check out:
    www.flintandportco.com/
    / flintandportco
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  • @theundomesticatedmom6440
    @theundomesticatedmom6440 Před 2 lety +245

    I’ve never wanted a hat so badly in my life

  • @LS-ti1rz
    @LS-ti1rz Před 2 lety +140

    Ahhh to see such an old process still being used to this day does my heart good. This is truly art! Some things should just never be left to all automation, this is one of those. So much pride and care goes into each of those hats. Sir I tip my hat to you. Godspeed...

    • @queennjinga3748
      @queennjinga3748 Před 2 lety +2

      Yessssssssssssssssss... Took the words right out of my mouth... What is not broken does not ever need to be fixed.

  • @Black_Star23
    @Black_Star23 Před 6 dny +1

    Never knew it took this much hardwork to make one hat. I now have a new appreciation for hats.

  • @johnheijdemann1312
    @johnheijdemann1312 Před 2 lety +144

    U are an artist. I really enjoyed this vid and your craftmanship.

  • @DawnOldham
    @DawnOldham Před 2 lety +50

    I had NO idea how “hands on” hat making is! It takes quite a bit of upper body work to go through each step in the process! What an artist you are. The finished product brings to mind the way men used to dress on a daily basis!

    • @True_Christian
      @True_Christian Před rokem +2

      For the most part, *it isn't* any more though. Most modern hats that are sold in stores are mass-produced by machines, and their (non-existent)quality is absolute garbage.
      The guy in this video is a craftsman who makes them in the old and real way. But that is *not* common practice in our modern times.
      There are a few hatters like him still around, but not many.
      And high quality fedoras, like the one shown here, cost a fortune to buy, since they are so rare nowadays.

    • @user-pz6fr8pk9b
      @user-pz6fr8pk9b Před 6 měsíci +1

      - федоры- это название формы?
      Да шляпа ,всем шляпам- шляпа!
      А цвет!.........УАО!😮

  • @ph0t0sh0pmast3r
    @ph0t0sh0pmast3r Před 2 lety +43

    I make custom hats the same way. It’s nice seeing so many others continuing this craft into this generation.

    • @retropad2020
      @retropad2020 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Hello. Im really interested in this art. What type of felt are you using? And where do you get them?

  • @leboeuf05
    @leboeuf05 Před 2 lety +53

    good to see talented people displaying their skills and craft. i couldnt be a hat maker tho...way too much ironing for my liking

  • @normablake2748
    @normablake2748 Před 2 lety +15

    You, Sir, are an artisan. The person who wears one of your creations is a very fortunate one indeed.
    Keep doing you.

  • @darkknightlight
    @darkknightlight Před 2 lety +19

    Great craftsmanship is hard to find nowadays. When you find it you'll know it and appreciate it. Bravo 👏

  • @donnakawana
    @donnakawana Před 2 lety +23

    The whole thing from start to finish was beautiful to watch!! I just love to see a Craftsman work.... ✌🏻💗😊❣️

  • @lllBASlll
    @lllBASlll Před 2 lety +5

    When you come around to liking something, just because of the way it was made, you know the craftsman has done a great job.

  • @danielmartin7838
    @danielmartin7838 Před 2 lety +24

    I'm glad you're keeping this craft, this art alive.
    I want one now.

  • @user-pz6fr8pk9b
    @user-pz6fr8pk9b Před 6 měsíci +1

    😂практически - ручная, чисто ручная работа! -СИЛЬНО, ОЧЕНЬ СИЛЬНО!
    ВЫ-МАСТЕР! -ТВОРЕЦ !
    Я думала покажет
    На себе крупным планом😂, хоть посмотреть!🎉

  • @evah8816
    @evah8816 Před 2 lety +2

    That’s my hat guy!
    I absolutely love my custom hat. I get compliments on it whenever I wear it. Jacobs is a true artist and craftsman. Working with him to design my hat was a dream.

  • @mrman7453
    @mrman7453 Před 2 lety +1

    Just started wearing Grown Man hats. Purchased my first beaver this year .Nothing but compliments at every event

  • @MegaDiannah
    @MegaDiannah Před 2 lety +4

    How is it this man is just making a simple hat and I'm beyond enthralled with it? Lol I could watch him hours!

  • @redox_reaction_phox
    @redox_reaction_phox Před 2 lety +11

    I've never seen this before. It's relaxing

  • @gargoyleking529
    @gargoyleking529 Před 2 lety +9

    The best 5:56 of my day! Truly enjoyed watching your skills at work... inspiring! Thank you!!! TK

  • @john20johnny
    @john20johnny Před 2 lety +7

    He explained it as it's so easy to make such a hat, but actually it takes years to reach to this level of skill. Just amazing man 🤠🤝👍

  • @muskreality
    @muskreality Před 2 lety +3

    I'm obsessed with wide brim fedora hats, my region gets rain through out the year and my friends always get jealous of me walking in the pouring rain with my hat.

  • @JennyG.COW5
    @JennyG.COW5 Před 2 lety +11

    Thank you so much for sharing this with us! 😁❤️
    I love that you're able to keep this legacy alive and well! 😊 👍🎩

  • @crimsonminerva
    @crimsonminerva Před 2 lety +3

    Yes, ur awsome. Thanku for keeping this wonderful art alive.

  • @theBoonarmies
    @theBoonarmies Před 2 lety +1

    You know that would be the best damn hat you ever wore too.
    That dude KNOWS his craft.

  • @itsHeatherKay
    @itsHeatherKay Před 2 lety +15

    An art form. Beautiful.

  • @BigTex65
    @BigTex65 Před 2 lety +1

    From a custom felt cowboy hat guy I really appreciate these videos. It’s definitely an art.

  • @chelacooley
    @chelacooley Před 2 lety +2

    I would travel to Georgia just to support this amazing artist!!

  • @ManuelRivera-pc4jb
    @ManuelRivera-pc4jb Před 2 lety +3

    Amazing work sir. An artiste at his craft. I want me one o dem, ain’t playin’!!

  • @nickthomas2643
    @nickthomas2643 Před 11 měsíci

    There's alot of labor involved in making custom Hats. They are absolutely perfect if the Hatmaker uses a Conformator to perfectly measures your Head. This Guy is pretty good!

  • @THIRDeye1989
    @THIRDeye1989 Před 2 lety +10

    Amazing! Thanks for keeping this art alive. It is simply beautiful.

  • @lucylove8284
    @lucylove8284 Před 2 lety +5

    ❤ My hat's off to you! Excellent!

  • @arisamomoka2765
    @arisamomoka2765 Před 2 lety +6

    Red would love this guy. Honestly there's just not enough scene on him dedicating his time for a new hat

  • @silverprimateoverlord1014

    Old school hat making, love it.

  • @radhanair8761
    @radhanair8761 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow great talent 👏👏👏. Proud of you. Lots of respect from India 🥰

  • @wayneminor5559
    @wayneminor5559 Před 3 měsíci

    Absolutely fascinating craftsmanship and well produced video. The narration was top notch. Thank you for sharing Sir.

  • @drawwithrk3121
    @drawwithrk3121 Před 2 lety +9

    I like cap 🧢.

  • @spiritabundance222
    @spiritabundance222 Před 2 lety +4

    This was so fun to watch! Wow a visual treat!! And beautiful craftsmanship 😍.

  • @randelmalavida
    @randelmalavida Před rokem

    Wow!!! What a marvelous hat. However, what is the most intriguing aspect in this process is~ You!!!
    It is astonishing how young you are to have had such a vision and to make it a reality at such a young age.
    To have gained that knowledge of high fine quality and keep that attention to detail to produce an exquisite expression, inspired by your surroundings, to add that flavor and aesthetic that is uniquely Yours~
    To me is a megalithic achievement.
    A testament of your creative genius, maturity of mind and your hand as a master craftsman.
    What's most astounding is that as a Young Black Man, in a world that dishearteningly makes it very difficult for Young People of Color to succeed, Your passion and drive to make your mark of excellence in this old craft...
    You, as a Young Black Man, are not an Artist~ You, like Your Hats are a Masterpiece Work of Art!!!
    The World must be proud of your success. I recognize this achievement to reach a level in this craft.
    At the first moment I can afford to,
    I will put in a request for a masterpiece from your work shop.
    I've previously purchased hats from Selentino's, however, I have my sights on your artistry, that I truly am in awe of.
    I will seek out more about you and figure out how to connect for Business.
    Keep up your awesome work as an Artist and never lose that great smile.
    Sincerely and Respectfully,
    Randy Chavez

  • @leacipurr
    @leacipurr Před 3 měsíci

    Dude is rocking the hat look.

  • @jacobquirk5919
    @jacobquirk5919 Před 2 lety

    Major Payne would be proud!! Love it!!

  • @frankpastella2765
    @frankpastella2765 Před 6 měsíci

    love watching a good craftsman

  • @adiraodeda7962
    @adiraodeda7962 Před 2 lety +2

    Love watching hats being made. Real art and craft. Beautiful 😍

  • @j.romanorov
    @j.romanorov Před 2 lety

    I wanted to buy a hat ago 2 hrs,and it seem expensive to me,i let the hat in online shop cart and i close browser,giving up buying it,but right now i go back on site,and order it...Alot of patience of an old chinese man work,for bring a hat to life...Thank you for your video.

  • @trblessed1020
    @trblessed1020 Před 2 lety +6

    Love seeing how these are made

  • @kevinmoriarty6642
    @kevinmoriarty6642 Před 12 dny

    Like your style, great to see the tradition of hat making continued.

  • @daleenalberts5829
    @daleenalberts5829 Před 2 lety +4

    This is awesome. I just love the whole process. Thanks for sharing.🌻

  • @notconvincedgranny6573
    @notconvincedgranny6573 Před 2 lety +2

    I am in absolute awe.

  • @Donnie-ys7vr
    @Donnie-ys7vr Před 2 lety +1

    Really love the whole process of it, i wish crafts like this will never be gone especially now that society seems to value efficiency more than creativity

  • @youlikedyourowncomment5151
    @youlikedyourowncomment5151 Před 2 lety +15

    I dont have enough style to pull off one of those hats

    • @nattybushdoctor9021
      @nattybushdoctor9021 Před 2 lety +3

      yes you do. look back in history, these hats were worn by farmers working in the fields with overalls and boots. Blue jeans and a T shirt is all you need my friend. Peace!

  • @adhynugroho9424
    @adhynugroho9424 Před 2 lety

    You see these kinds of videos from Europe/East Asia. Traditional/hand made content like this seems so rare in the US.
    Refreshing!

  • @AshishSharma-kg7zy
    @AshishSharma-kg7zy Před 2 lety +1

    Final product was just awesome 👍

  • @ssmythe61
    @ssmythe61 Před 2 lety +7

    Absolutely Fantastic!! I love this! Such a craft! ❤️🤩

  • @Tika927
    @Tika927 Před 2 lety +1

    when I see craftsmanship like this I always hope they’ll be able to succeed and stay open… so much so that even though I hate the look of hats on me I was watching this really trying to find a reason to buy one 😂

  • @tadeuszczachor7009
    @tadeuszczachor7009 Před 2 lety

    never knew this much work goes into hat making

  • @tal2862
    @tal2862 Před 2 lety +6

    Wow, this is a really interesting craft.

  • @me7229
    @me7229 Před 2 lety +3

    I want one of those hats.

  • @Y-FLo
    @Y-FLo Před 2 lety +3

    Theses hats are beautiful i want one

  • @lilia_spn
    @lilia_spn Před 2 lety +4

    Amazing!! you can feel the love behind the craft

  • @carlossierra9501
    @carlossierra9501 Před 2 lety

    Great to see traditional Craftsman

  • @ohh_manda
    @ohh_manda Před 2 lety +3

    Amazing! I want more videos like these.

  • @kirbed9486
    @kirbed9486 Před 2 lety +2

    This is how we make hats! *lights hat on fire*

  • @bessiewilson798
    @bessiewilson798 Před 8 měsíci

    Fabulous! ❤ Watching this brings back life!!

  • @1sontrell
    @1sontrell Před 2 lety +1

    Now I wanna fly in town just to get a hat!

  • @cristinag.7420
    @cristinag.7420 Před rokem

    Thats such artizan skill. It make you dream to have one!

  • @i.love.country.music112

    They used similar techniques for my cowboy hat. Like the press and the fitting.

  • @stevepicchi8986
    @stevepicchi8986 Před 2 lety

    With so many things we purchase being mass produced in foreign countries, it is so refreshing to see high quality products handcrafted here in the U.S.A

    • @True_Christian
      @True_Christian Před rokem

      You are right, but do you know much a hat like that costs? Over $600 USD at minimum, and it could easily go over $1000 USD too.
      So the handcrafting comes at a very high price. It's still worth it though.

  • @qhuizatlantis8484
    @qhuizatlantis8484 Před 2 lety +1

    It hits different when the product is made manually and not from fast machines

  • @dutchcowboy3665
    @dutchcowboy3665 Před 2 lety

    Wow, what a craftsmanship. This gentleman knows what he's doing. Howdy from the Netherlands. 🤠

  • @i_sartist5563
    @i_sartist5563 Před 2 lety +3

    Wow

  • @nyebots
    @nyebots Před 2 lety +2

    Really dope... makes me wanna learn how to make hats...

    • @MindfulMatters734
      @MindfulMatters734 Před 2 lety

      Same. I love when I see something that makes me question if I could truly acquire a skill and love it.

  • @cheyeneezell6802
    @cheyeneezell6802 Před 2 lety

    I'm from Bainbridge myself, had no idea you're there. This is epic

  • @sparkle4051
    @sparkle4051 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing your craft with everyone who is fortunate enough to watch this video. Fascinating!!!!

  • @lenabigonia333
    @lenabigonia333 Před 2 lety +5

    I tried to cover over a junky fedora with a medium weight material and ended up with a wrinkly disaster. This was so interesting to see how hats are actually made 😅

  • @shemikawilliams4274
    @shemikawilliams4274 Před rokem

    That was DOPE! This ignited a flame long forgotten. Thank you

  • @alfredovazquez1915
    @alfredovazquez1915 Před 7 měsíci

    Bravo! You nail it. . ..such a good taste and know how
    Gongrats! 😉🤙🏽 from Portosín, Spain

  • @prophetesstaunyaraffle811

    Amazing craftsmen ship ..God has blessed u with a gift truly

  • @kayliathequeen9612
    @kayliathequeen9612 Před 2 lety

    This is such a beautiful process to watch. The firing! OMG!

  • @cheryl5994
    @cheryl5994 Před 3 měsíci

    A MASTER AT WORK, AWESOME TO WATCH.
    ⭐️.⭐️.⭐️.⭐️.⭐️ 😊👍🏼

    • @suzygay
      @suzygay Před měsícem

      That looks rile call🌞🔥💧🇵🇭🅱️®️🅰️ 5:16

  • @patriciaingraldi4719
    @patriciaingraldi4719 Před rokem

    I loved watching you work your magic. What beautiful artistry. Thank you. I want one now!!

  • @Mr6wolfdog
    @Mr6wolfdog Před 2 lety

    I have made felt before from camel, rabbit, dog hair, etc. I never used fire.:) It was a lot of work, but very rewarding. The finished product was so beautiful. Your hats are so gorgeous! Great Job! I wish I had kept a piece I made! Peace to You!

  • @scottloar
    @scottloar Před 2 lety

    People enjoy seeing work well done.

  • @thomasjustice1716
    @thomasjustice1716 Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely amazing video!! Thank you for sharing a glimpse into your art!!!

  • @coltonmundt4042
    @coltonmundt4042 Před 2 lety

    Incredible craftsmanship

  • @discovertheninthplanet6977

    You are a magician and this is a hat trick ❤️

  • @bendaves77
    @bendaves77 Před 6 měsíci

    What a talented individual

  • @HouseofMarlenaEtc
    @HouseofMarlenaEtc Před 2 lety

    Amazing craftsmanship Eldrick!

  • @dragonflysdiscoveries7567

    What an amazing skill you have Eldrick.
    I honestly wish I could learn something like that.
    Amazing

  • @edwardbremer6322
    @edwardbremer6322 Před 2 lety

    Thats badass! Love to see people with craftsman skills!

  • @amandacuellar6539
    @amandacuellar6539 Před 2 lety +1

    Your work is lovely, beautiful hats

  • @construyendosinlimites846
    @construyendosinlimites846 Před 11 měsíci

    Wonderful! Thank you for sharing!

  • @ronin2091
    @ronin2091 Před rokem

    Most major hat companies don't do the fire thing. It's usually done recently by up and coming hat makers because it's become popular amongst younger generation.

  • @shanajohnson4075
    @shanajohnson4075 Před 2 lety

    When you love what you do you don't work a day in your life😍

  • @thepudge6953
    @thepudge6953 Před 2 lety +1

    Well… that was beautiful

  • @jennroberts3837
    @jennroberts3837 Před 2 lety

    What a beautiful product

  • @supernurse43
    @supernurse43 Před 2 lety

    You are amazing my young King!!

  • @lauraschulz5153
    @lauraschulz5153 Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful work

  • @citizensnid3490
    @citizensnid3490 Před 2 lety

    Lovely process. Great looking hat!!

  • @WendyInCollingwood
    @WendyInCollingwood Před 2 lety

    🙌 Outstanding Craftsmanship 👏

  • @amandabrito6047
    @amandabrito6047 Před 2 lety

    Truly beautiful work.

  • @TexasBeekeeper
    @TexasBeekeeper Před rokem +1

    Absolutely beautiful my friend! If you don't already, you are going to have some awesome stories to tell in several years. I'm sure there will be some well known people coming to buy your product. I'd love to make my own hat, but wanted to check and see if you could point me into a place to source the materials? (fur felt, hat blocks, tools, etc.) Thank you in advance for any help you can provide. Keep at it, what you're doing is awesome!

  • @norbertoamorim530
    @norbertoamorim530 Před rokem

    Fantastic man! What a talent you got there!