Sunday, February 16, 2014

Leather Berets

What is a Basque beret? I would say a reasonable definition would be something along these lines: a beret is a hat made of one piece of knitted wool in a circular shape which is felted and shrunk after the initial manufacturing (knitting and closing) is completed, with the remainder of the closing thread (the 'txortena', or 'wick') kept in place.
Following this definition, a leather cap in the shape of a beret is obviously not a Basque beret.
But then again, one doesn't always have to be a purist. Interesting berets (or caps, if you insist), in cow leather and deerskin.
  
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4 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 15, 2018 at 9:58 PM

    Very nice mens leather hat
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  2. Guantes Para MotoOctober 6, 2019 at 6:02 AM

    Great blog man. Thanks for sharing and will surely try to get one for myslef.

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  3. George HenrySeptember 12, 2023 at 10:40 PM

    Fantastic blog. I appreciate you sharing this, and I'm definitely going to make an effort to acquire one for myself.

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  4. Cornered Tiger T ShirtMay 28, 2024 at 11:01 PM

    A Basque beret is a traditional hat made from a single piece of knitted wool, shaped into a circular form. After the initial knitting and closing process, the wool is felted and shrunk to achieve its final size and texture. A distinctive feature of the Basque beret is the 'txortena' or 'wick,' which is the remainder of the closing thread left intact on top of the beret.

    However, not all berets adhere strictly to this traditional definition. There are interesting variations, including caps made from cow leather and deerskin, which adopt the shape of a beret. While these may not be considered purist Basque berets, they offer a unique and stylish twist on the classic design.

    Whether you prefer traditional wool or the unconventional leather versions, berets remain a versatile and iconic accessory.

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