Answers needed for Spanish American War Campaign Hat.

[DesertRatTom]

Hello,

 

Thank you for stopping by to take a look.

 

I have a [cow boy type] hat that I'd like to convert to a Pattern 1889 Campaign Hat. The brim, crown, and color are correct. Where I'm stumbling is punching the Snow Flake vents. I have a copy of them from an old Jarnigan Hat.

 

The question is what is the best way to punch the pattern in?

 

Does one use a punch, is the hole finished & how?

 

Simple questions that I have not been able to find an answer to.

 

Thanks,

Tom

[37thguy]

I did one once using brass tubing that I sharpened on the end and simply punched the pattern with a small hammer. Worked perfectly. You may need to sharpen it once or twice.

 

Good luck, and TAKE YOUR TIME!

[DesertRatTom]

Thanks for the idea, I'll give it a sho.

 

Tom