Here’s the hardest step in making a hat.

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[@Sterling20XX]

Impressive 🤠 I've never seen a hatter at work til now

[@savage22bolt32]

Me neither! Would love to watch him make a hat that I could buy. It would be a great piece of equipment, and for storytime around the campfire!

[@Paul-sj5db]

Says it's complicated then makes it look easy. A true professional.

[@alindsey1013]

That is gorgeous.

[@malcomx1924]

Bro come on this shite looks awful.

[@LibertyTree33]

Dude, you have serious talent.

[@lancenetworkv5938]

I'm really glad to see that there are still people doing this.

[@lancemillward1912]

This guy is amazing. Wish I could afford one of his hats

[@SmallSpoonBrigade]

I'm wagering it's probably pretty expensive if this much labor is going into it. But, it's probably also something that's going to last.

[@petersipp5247]

Love to see such craftsmanship in a young man like Mr. Jacobs.

[@virginia2chis333]

Beautiful Craftsmanship! You’re Blessed🤗

[@marks4399]

A craftsman indeed!

[@dancingfilly7355]

Very interesting!! Thank you for sharing!! I’ve never seen that done before. Very good!

[@robbiecleighmarks3088]

I have a couple of Stetson Open Roads in 6x and a Rodeo King 10x felt...absolutely fell in love with felt hats, and I want to learn this craft

[@rikkitikki922]

Oh cool a milliner video. Was not expecting that at all but I love it.

[@kscar56]

Tons of respect for this man and his almost lost art. Keep it up.

[@fryreartechnology7611]

That's really awesome. Too bad hats like that are not more common. Something handmade like that will last a lifetime.

[@reds815]

Nice work! It's great to see people not letting old school trades die!

[@HiDenise]

It’s amazing that you do all of this by hand!

[@kirkjohnson6638]

This is so cool. Thank you for giving us all a glimpse into the art of making hats!

[@old-school1969]

Being a card carrying member of the size 8 club and not being able to find western hats that fit right, I’d love to have this man make one

[@JDK45ACP]

Master Craftsman! Bravo!

[@dustinsmith725]

This man is an absolute perfectionist and artist I would love to get him to work on some of my hats

[@paulamberger319]

Hats off to you, bro👍

[@drk321]

People that create things from their hands are superior. This is a human endeavor. Not someone typing on a keyboard or following the stock market. When everything caves in and collapses, craftsmen/women will have skills which are useful. Hunt, build, grow, create will win over code, blog, vlog, trade, buy, sell.

[@thepitpatrol]

Wow. Craftsmanship still alive!

[@3vil3lvis]

You are not only a hatter, you are an Epic level hat salesman.

[@BurchellAtTheWharf]

Dude you make some real nice hats

[@sheenatozier8343]

Exquisite!!!!!

[@briansherer1097]

That absolutely awesome. I never knew it was that difficult. Keep up the great work I can’t wait to see more.

[@VichitraVibe]

I trust him for some reason.

[@lastme3404]

Ok, this is something I've been looking for !

[@Hheretic]

I love when someone really excels at their craft. It definitely shows his passion with his skillset. 👍🏻👏🏻

[@thomascarpenter7415]

That’s outstanding 👍🏼 You Sir take pride in your work and it shows !

[@callspreadzero854]

Beautiful! I may have to purchase one!

[@ryta1203]

We need more of this!

[@brianlaplante4286]

Nice good to see someone holding on to this history and craftsmanship

[@natesofla8891]

Cool. Thanks for showing that!

[@Ringmaster78320]

I'm always impressed by the skills needed for this kind of work.

[@paulkica4129]

Thank you for carrying on a time-honored tradition

[@barbaraweber3084]

I just love crafts people. Such a beautiful thing to know how to do.

[@VickyShawcooksalot]

I used to do millinery as a hobby.

[@papajeff5486]

I’d love to own a hat built by this man.

[@tommykelley3948]

OUTSTANDING JOB BROTHER KEEP IT UP 🔥🔥🔥🌟👌🏾‼️

[@obviousness8113]

Nothing like seeing a craftsman work.

[@timothyreynolds7699]

Amazing work

[@colin7763]

Glad to see this art is still being done

[@EinsamPibroch278]

I was under the impression that Hatters were also called Milliners.🧐 In any Case, those are some lovely Hats!🤠 (Just checked, Hatters are for Men, Milliners are for Ladies.)

[@derekwpennington1796]

Awesome work brother. Mad respect from Maine

[@chromeinox]

Wow dude, just wow. Making stuff with our hands is a wonderful and rewarding thing.

[@Billy-hu2xu]

Nice work 👏

[@mezra4278]

Great craftsmanship 👍

[@Westpine29]

Does he only make Amish hats?

[@DrProfessorMD]

I never knew I needed to see this but I did. Thank you. That is amazing work.

[@Rhah-]

NGL, that pretty freaking cool.

[@robparker1089]

Beautiful hats sir! I'm fascinated!

[@vernontorrence4407]

Yessir. We need more people to work with their hands and provide things people need. Kudo's to you. I wear a cloth hat but still really appreciate seeing this. A good day to you sir.

[@40s9s3]

That's a good trade. Master it and you will do great things

[@timothyriley2782]

Would love to buy one

[@claytonsmoking]

I never particularly wanted a felt hat but these look really nice

[@solala1312]

that is some serious craftsmanship!

[@ronaldg7522]

Good craftsmanship is always impressive

[@jeffreykindron7162]

Love the skill and craftsmanship

[@TrillMurray]

Very impressive. Most cowboy hats come out looking wavy

[@CraftHarlot]

Beautiful workmanship.

[@markkulyas2418]

I love watching how things are made it's so interesting, thanks for sharing your craft.

[@TractorMan104]

My grandfather worked at a drycleaner in Miami as a hat blocker. When Al Capone was in town he had grandpa block his fedoras.

[@VS-ff4ez]

Very talented and genuinely good fella.

[@tundralife5570]

Man, I’ve never seen the process before but it’s clear you have talent. Best of luck and continued success. 👍

[@freelancenerd4804]

Beautiful work!

[@NorthwoodsNomad]

Very nice craft you have there ! I’d love to learn more about this art .

[@thedawnsearlylight970]

Wow! Marvelous!

[@CarlosPerez-hd2sh]

Wow that is beautiful and awesome!!

[@JohnSmith-yv6eq]

The custom 100x rabbit fur felt hats start at $350, while the custom 100x beaver fur felts start at $650. However, the hats are water resistant and made from high quality materials. “You're buying a piece of wearable art,” Jacobs assured. “It's something you can wear for a lifetime.”

[@margaretskinner6972]

There are plenty of non animal fabrics in this world to use!!!!

[@andrelegrange3139]

Passion at work love to see tradesmen doing their thing

[@retiredcryptohunter9031]

Beautiful work

[@madebydimiakagreekmachine5822]

I like he has an accent when he’s showing us that hat

[@webbgroup]

I love it!

[@elijahhansen669]

Cool, thanks for sharing

[@strvenoconnell4061]

Beautiful hats

[@railroadpicker4933]

Beautiful work man

[@ruvalcabajuana]

We’re is this guy

[@ph0t0sh0pmast3r]

Georgia

[@donnakawana]

Beautiful work Sir... Beautiful blocking an just all aspects!! Your amazing!! ✌🏼💗😊

[@dtulip1]

Sir, you are an artist

[@erics2506]

Lovely creation

[@angeloc3842]

This country need more of these craftsmen. If we want to survive the next 300 yrs

[@inkland2003]

beautiful job!

[@christianterrill3503]

Pherrall would be proud

[@maddoxswann9760]

Great hats. Love the craftsmanship and the pride you take in your work, but why did you say “approximately 48% of my time.” Sounds like you know exactly how much time. Love your videos.

[@lawrencebaker6911]

I am an amateur leatherworker and I have been making various leather hats... I would love to learn to make felt hats... Thanks for keeping the trade alive...

[@apemancommeth8087]

Happy no one is complaining about cultural appropriation here!

[@ploopy8780]

... what? why even bring it up? are you really creating a scenario to be offended by? go outside man.

[@middleburgprepper2342]

Beautiful hat dude. Impressive work

[@nathalieduverna6963]

I found you ✨

[@PeakyBlinder]

Bro, you are gifted. Awesome work.

[@Jager-er4vc]

As a leather worker, I can’t even get my brain around hat making! You’re a craftsman!

[@Jager-er4vc]

You got my subscription.

[@sheldon740]

Fine work my brother, I need one of those.

[@uralbob1]

Very cool! Thanks!

[@SharkWhisperer1988]

I’m over in Alabama and planning to start hat making shortly, I’d love to come visit your shop(?)

[@SolitaryMan41]

Wow great looking hats. That sir is an Art.

[@sockymcblackface7698]

Well done, clearly quality work.

[@tomcampbell8903]

Good work man.

[@Stand.Your.Ground.]

God bless you. Seriously. Life is a craft, and you speak volumes. Heart to heart I hope you conquer all your dreams. ❤

[@waynedyer3475]

Awesome work. Thanks

[@eddiecampbell3514]

Makes me wanna get a custom hat now

[@suzieparis6821]

Love the craft your work is beautiful