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Thanks for the info. Could be a strong connection there as the markings do point toward a WWII British connection.

Spring is the time to find the white flower bracts. Happy hunting

Mine is still going strong. Thanks for stopping by

Great. Thanks for commenting.

Thanks for commenting, hope the video was useful

A Riverina with a trimmed brim.

Thanks for watching George.

The Riverina is actually wider in the brim than the Cattleman. I had my Riverina brim trimmed down from 102mm to 65mm. The thick felt and the smaller dimensions make for a hardwearing hat with good dimensions for close bush, indoors, work and when driving. The company that will trim it before sending it to you is Brisbane Hatters. They can also reshape the crown and brim if you want.

That video was an oldie Chris lol. Stunning place to visit

@@southernlandsolo7839 I know bro, but I like your videos the most, you capture NZ so well,I also watched the NZ flax video where you were sweating at the beach 🤣, watched it before and already commented but I do find the information fascinating, Cheers Dave

@@northernembersoutdoors1045 Thanks heaps Chris. Summer is on the way in NZ so I will be out there again soon bro.

lol, agreed

One of the sweetest NZ has. Thanks for viewing and commenting.

Thanks for commenting. The Riverina is a real workhorse of a hat. Having the brim trimmed down really tuned it in as a great bush hat.

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed the vid

Yea, the old Made In NZ swanndri's were great. The old one in this video would be the same quality as yours I would think. I have found the new Made In China Originals and Mosgiels to be a softer wool. I am guessing they are not as robust as the old ones but still ok for the price. Thanks for viewing and commenting.

Good modification bro. I will check out that machete at Mitre 10. I have since upgraded the sheath to a USMC K-Bar sheath, fits like a glove.

Sounds tasty! When I get back out into the bush I want to try it out.

lol. Great shop. Did you meet Tess?

@@southernlandsolo7839 I did meet a younger female - but I don't remember if it was Tess - could have well been. All i know it did have great customer service she was very helpful. Got the Banjo Patterson akubra.

The Regency Fawn is a great colour. I have a Leisure Time in that colour. How do you find the Sand? Is it prone to marks and stains?

Thanks for watching and your feedback.

Some businesses will trim. I went with Brisbane Hatters because they offer that service. The felt holds together after trimming and does not come apart. There was no cost on the trimming. Thanks for watching.

@@southernlandsolo7839 yea I checked out there range , and I’ve got to say I was impressed with how many different variety’s of Akubras they have in stock . Thanks for sharing Bro !

@@starlight8298 All good, thanks bro.

Thanks for watching and commenting Ian. I am ex-NZ Army. I like to change around my kit and how I carry it. I am now experimenting carrying my kit in a knapsack plus haversack. I will try it out for awhile to learn how they can work together.

@@southernlandsolo7839 are u x group ? I'm x tf wai wec back in day live 2 hours south Perth now heaps x nz army here wa

@@iantooke3549 Ex-infantry. I was RF then TF also for a little while. You said a lot of Ex-NZ Army out your way in Perth? Does that mean a lot of pubs also Ian? lol.

@southernlandsolo7839 lot x Batlon boys and few x group drive road trains and work in mines did u know old ox Barclay ? Bumped into him other day

@@iantooke3549 The name is familiar but I don't think I knew him.

I have not tried dunking this felt hat but I have done it many times with a cotton J-hat (boonie hat). The felt on these Akubra Riverina's is thick and robust, I think it would hold up well. This same hat has handled many rainy days with no problem. It is possible the leather headband could potentially shrink but I think it would be fine.

Interesting idea, thanks Charlie. A marked trail but with a stealth element to it, difficult for unwanted eyes to see the markers. Did it take much more time to mark the trees in that way?

@@southernlandsolo7839 we didn’t need to mark our trees , that was an idea, our spot we know by memory 😁

Thanks Frank. I will the yayaya a try next time bro lol.

I get my Akubra's from Brisbane Hatters. They ship internationally. The brim on these Riverina's is wider so I ask Tess to trim it to 65mm before sending it to me. They do a great job.

@southernlandsolo7839 Thanks mate for the info.

@@Zebrazone99 All good bro.

Good to hear about the Lightning Ridge still going strong. You're right about the attachment. I have my eye on some other brands but I love my Akubras

Thanks for the feedback Paul. Glad you enjoyed it.

Thanks Jay. It's become my favourite

lol, it is.

I'm wearing an Akubra Riverina with a trimmed brim. One of my last videos is on this hat. Thanks for watching and commenting

Great hats. I have one in my collection

lol, good spotting lol

Thank very much for viewing and adding your comments. I have seen a similar Swanndri to the one you mentioned for sale on line. The wool yoke over the shoulders also acted as the pocket flaps for the top pockets. I think it was for urban use but is a similar robust wool to the Mosgiel. It may work well out in the bush.

@southernlandsolo7839 The shirt is 100 % wool, made in New Zealand, and in good shape. I hope it's built like bush ones and not for urban use. It is a good bit like a Woolrich made in the USA jacket I have with very thick wool and the yoke front and back making up part of the pocket flaps. I'll be testing it in the rain out on a wooded creek. I'm very thankful for New Zealand and other farmers, who continue to raise sheep and harvest wool, and makers such as Swanndri.

@@Dydeeo The Made In NZ are the older Swanndri's. Since about 2005 they have been producing in China, but they tell us it is still NZ wool. The quality is still good. There is a big used Swanndri market on TradeMe in New Zealand, you can get some great vintage deals there.

Thanks for watching. The shirt/jacket you are describing sounds similar to a Swanndri garment that I think they stopped making last season (Kiaraki Shacket). There are still some available on line but possibly not many left. I have put the link below. Hope this helps. Dave www.swanndri.co.nz/kiaraki-v3-wool-shacket-glacier-check.html

Thanks Chris. Hope you are staying warm out there bro.

I have a Remarkable. Very robust

If you are in the USA try this link. Thanks for watching www.villagehatshop.com/product/all/451139-133567/the-milford-wax-cotton-fedora-hat.html

Good information. Thanks for commenting

Thanks for watching and commenting. I have not heard of the the Ringer but sounds like you did a great job on it. I recently found an Akubra Cattleman in a thrift store for $6. I worked on it including stiffening with hair spray. It came up great. You can't beat an Akubra I reckon.

@@southernlandsolo7839 The Ringer is so old, Akubra no longer had records on it when I contacted them. A great YT hat channel to watch and learn about hat shaping/steaming/care is "Hats and Guitars". Kevin has over 30 years in the business. Cheers!

@@krazmokramer I am a subscriber to Kevin's channel lol. Great channel. I recently posted my new custom hat on his Facebook page.

Thanks for commenting. It has been doing a great job. It was a six-hat journey of testing and learning before finalising my ideas for my ultimate bush/work hat. In the end the Riverina ticked most of the boxes for what I needed. Trimming the brim was the final touch. Are you an Akubra owner?

@@southernlandsolo7839 many actually, a restless hat owner I reckon, several coober pedy, a Riverina it was beaut but just too big for the airline , just today I got a cattleman, need an everyday that I won’t worry about getting trashed. It’ll get awesome after some weather and vehicle trips lol

@@southernlandsolo7839 an arena , a golden spur, I bought one for my brothers which I never saw again, I was quite disappointed

@@Bigsky1886 lol. Adding the awesomeness is always the fun part. Are you a Hats And Guitars subscriber also?

@@southernlandsolo7839 sorry,no

Thanks. It has worked out well.

Thanks for viewing and subscribing Rus. The Riverina should do you well mate, they are tough as nails. My boots are awesome, I am very pleased with their performance. They are made by Red Wing, USA. They are Irish Setter Trailblazers 878. I have been wearing them for a couple years and no problems. They are heavier construction than modern boots but have good ankle support, are not hot in summer, can handle any terrain I choose. Hope this helps. Thanks Rus

Interesting, thanks for sharing. The mix of pre-century and post-century webbing does not surprise me. NZ and Australia army's both suffered from "this is what you got, just make it work" syndrome well into the 1980's lol.

Thanks for the info.

Thanks for commenting. I am just under 1.7mtr tall, about 84kg. The Large size fits me well with plenty of room to layer underneath. I find it a little long and had the hem raised about 2cm. But it was still ok to leave it original.

Lol. I know how you feel. I played around with my Leisure Time too much, messed it up, gave it away to a friend, and ordered another from Tess.