Blocking a bespoke hat from the Brass Rooster

This video shows the Master Hatter at The Brass Rooster blocking a beaver fur felt capeline. He then sets the break line and gives a first press to the brim.

[@wesmckeever4375]

What is the stiffener ?

[@TheTravAbides]

Awesome video

[@MHHats]

Thanks. I appreciate you watching it.

[@9mmhobbes]

is that you, john?

[@MHHats]

It is.