11 mins into the video and from seeing a lot of your other videos Kirby, your interviewing skills have greatly improved. They are a lot easier to follow. In the past you would add a lot of unnecessary reparative commentary, but it's great to see that the interviewee is the highlight of the videos now. And you don't force them to come up with an answer.

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Constantly improving.... thank you!

@YNOCORWDO

2 жыл бұрын

Out of curiosity, why took you exactly 11 mins to realise the interview skills? Why not 10 or 12 mins? 😂😂😂

@Jim58223

2 жыл бұрын

@@YNOCORWDO That's just the time I was paused at when I made the comment and was enough to see an improvement in his skill.

@learicist

2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree.

Kirby, you must do an episode on beautiful handcrafted single action revolvers. The lock work and engraving would be right up your alley sir.

We must protect this place at all costs

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. Dealing with the same rent pressures so many other retailers...

@G17-911

3 жыл бұрын

Only way to do that, is to make a purchase. Which hat did you order ?

When he was measuring your head size and shape he said "It is what it is" and I love that. I just wish more people would accept other parts of their bodies in the same way.

Kirby, This content highlights what makes your point of view so refreshing and rewatchable. You’re a student of quality and tradition, which most of the world identifies in British and Italian tailoring. But, you’re based in Texas and have introduced thousands of people globally to the quality and history of western workwear. Top quality western wear/bootmaking and conventional European suiting/shoemaking arrive at the same conclusion from two completely different paths: the best materials and attention to detail make dependable items that last as long as the end user treats them correctly.

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your comment, and couldn't agree more. Quality and tradition are limited by geography. It was wonderful to be able to shine a light briefly on some amazing quality and craftsmanship here in Texas! Ideally we want to continue travelling the world to highlight it everywhere, as that is the only way to ensure people really do value the skills and traditions that these craftspeople spend years mastering, and without that support would surely die off.

Love Nate! I am privileged enough to own four hats made by Nate Funmaker. No other hat has ever fit as well or worn as well as his. He is a true craftsman and a tremendous artist.

@MannyTheBootmaker

4 ай бұрын

How much are his hats?

@davidstephens6458

4 ай бұрын

@@MannyTheBootmaker Full beaver fur were $800 at the time I bought. 50/50 fur of beaver and rabbit were $600. It’s been a few years since I have bought one.

Kirby, your manner and content is so refreshing and more importantly thoroughly warming amid the times we're going through. Keep up the great work, you're very much appreciated!

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Please like, subscribe, and share!!

@Russell-1

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it was a good interview

Kirby you have come into your own as an interviewer. Your respect for the craftsman and his craft elevates this video. A compelling interview of a true artist!

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words. I am always trying to learn and improve as well, so I appreciate people's comments and suggestions, and also the compliments like yours!

What a nice man. It’s always a pleasure to wear something made by such people.

Over and again you teach us that each garment and wardrobe element carry stories of our lives -- and that bespoke uniquely lets us live unencumbered in ways our personal stories and attire grow a glorious patina with our successes and setbacks informed by our contributive purpose. You teach us to cherish artisans, Hatters, artists, dyers, crafters, tailors, weavers, enfleurage, tie-makers, tanners and even ourselves. Through your many gifts of wisdom and insight we come to cherish you.

It’s just so refreshing to watch a Kirby Allison video after a day of stress, just appreciating the dedication and skill that goes into this kind of stuff.

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Haha. Thank you!

When you hear this man talk about his craft and the process it takes... you truly appreciate the quality and what you receive. You can go on Amazon and get a crappy $20 felt hat or go into a store and get a $100 mass produced hat. But this is artwork. I'd love to get one from him. I took a look at the site and it's currently being redone. Wish I lived close(er) to Texas, I would drop in there and place an order. Even though it's a significant cost.

This video is worthy of documetary status kirby, super great content bravo!

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@maxine2798

3 жыл бұрын

@@kirbyallison agreed. I’ve seen Kirby improve his presentation and interview skills from a good standard to great. Dealing with a subject he knows and loves helps!!

Love Nate and his wife Carrie. Great quality and care goes into every aspect of their business. I just received my hat about 3 months ago and let me just say what an amazing experience. Nate's love for the craft shows in every point of my hat. And I will cherish this for the rest of my life.

Gosh Kirby, you just keep amaze me with quality contents like these!

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🙏

I love this hat maker! Passion.

All I can say is WOW, and thank you, BOTH, for your service and passion. Dont know if I wanna be an interview gentleman or a hatting scholar.

Nathaniel’s is right down the street from my house. He and his wife are absolutely wonderful people. He is running about a nine month backlog on orders, it’s worth the wait! Love my hat!

I think it is awesome to see the preamble to the process. The most important part is what some might consider boring. Knowing who the person is before the hat is made is important

The explorer looks good on you! The most wonderful thing about the west and mid west, are families headed out on Friday and Saturday night, dressed to the hilt, with a beautiful hat. Thanks for this Kirby.

I think it’s so cute how Kirby keeps his tie!

This dude loves his craft. Just the way he talks about his process. Good stuff.

I get compliments from many for the Nathaniel hat I wear. They recognize quality.

Fantastic! I love the craftsmanship and a true love for the art. This is awesome. Well done.

A true artisan, the type of workmanship this world is losing. Great video, think I'm gonna get me a hat!

I have a custom fedora from that hat shop in Mancos that I think he made for me 27 years ago. Still wearing it.

Great interview. What an impressive craftsman who clearly has passion for his trade. He is a wonderful guy. I own 2 of Graham Thompson’s Optimo Hats so I can appreciate this level of skill and quality of hat making. He is up their with the best.

Very neat. It’s amazing how a hat helps define a roll. Nate’s 512 reminds me of a Navajo guy I knew who was a game warden who wore an open road. When Nate switched to the traditional cowboy hat at the end, he reminded me of a Mescalero Apache I knew who was a horse trainer, wrangler and hunting guide. The hat style in each case was defined by their jobs. I do think Nate’s old hat reflects his trade; worn but trusty equipment and a custom touch only time allows. Thank you for sharing!

I really like that green hat with the blue band over his right shoulder

This was an awesome video, and great interview Kirby.

What a fantastic video. Nathaniel’s is in my home town. I need to go see him. What a great guy

Kirby, enjoyed the interview with Nathaniel at his shop. Really interesting and inciteful.

Nate is a great Artist just like his Father was.Such a great passion.

Bravo, sir! Really digging how he explains the history and craftsmanship behind the craft. There’s definitely something important and special about not just buying “a” hat but putting the investment forth for “the” hat that appropriately enhances one’s presentation - especially now in the times of mask wearing...

I have huge respect for this hat maker's mentality.

Great work! I Loved this!

great video Kirby. I really enjoyed the old fashion hat making video. Great work all around.

That first hat was perfect for you

New to your content. Very impressed. This was an amazing experience with this hat maker. I hope to see a follow up video one day of you picking up your custom hat from this gentleman. Glad I ran across your channel.

Very interesting insight. It made me wonder about maintenance of hats. Something I never considered...

That was incredible.

I met this guy about two years ago! Had a great talk with him but didn't have the funds for a hat sadly but it was nice talking to him.

I want a cowboy hat one day for sure

Kirby, well done!!!

Joining the party a year late but this was a really good video. I watch a lot of videos on hat making and shaping and this is one of the best I have seen. I have been learning to shape my own cowboy hats using antique store finds and a tea kettle but boy it would be nice to have one Nathaniel made.

I just want one of those vintage blanks. I'd rock it as is.

Great video Kirby

How Kirby wants to laugh 😆 everytime he wears a Hat 👒

I didn't expect to finish 50+ minute Video on hats but I'm left wanting more. Would you consider filming a video going over the features of each hat style and the benefits and the use case for each? For example I am just left knowing that hat you tried on was getting towards a explorers hat, fishing hat and fedora but I still don't understand the difference. Also it was pointed out that women liked the gambler hat but I don't know why and thought that it could be unisex

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting suggestion! Let us have a think about this..

The fedora is the best look for you Kirby, hope you got him to make you one. Thanks for video.

I was definitely hopin to see you get a hat , that would have been so awesome. Maybe an update that you did !

Enjoyed the content. 👍 Learnt alot !

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Interesting video and interview.

Hi Kirby another great video but you didn't say if you had ordered one and if so which one?

Very good video and actually, the hat does suit you

To the question Kirby asks about the 8:05 mark...I was getting off a plane with my wife and she was lamenting my cowboy hat - TO A GUY IN A COWBOY HAT!!!! - and he responded "It's his identity."

What kind of hat is Nathaniel wearing for most of the video? The style is really appealing.

Nice

Good stuff here. Nate thought he may be the only Native American hatmaker. Another is Native Artist (Navajo), Melissa Lewis-Barnes. Uses antique devices for her hats as well. In Durango, CO.

Some wonderful, it was a hobby thing to make… we all made them, it was a great pass time. Western Canadian culture. Calgary is home to Stetson. It’s big on rodeo day.

Like a good book, sorry to read the last page. However I'm happy to have read my feelings.

The on he called "The Guide" seemed to look the best

Dear Kirby, what a joy to watch your videos, they are simple fantastic! May I ask, how the quality of the felt and finishing is different to Optimo, different styles a side. Is there actually a big difference, when you purchase hats at this price point? Thank you very much

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Similar hats. Different styles!

Talk about a place. This guy is in a shop for cowboy hats wearing a business suit. If he don’t look at a place I don’t know what does

Treating hats like wizard wands 😂

Kirby, my guilty pleasure! Did I miss how much his hats sell for?

@calebshipley4448

3 жыл бұрын

I had a quick look at his website. It looks like he has 3 price points. 100% Rabbit runs $595, a Rabbit/Beaver blend runs $795, and a pure Beaver hat runs $995.

Something I noticed about Die Hard, after rewatching for the 100th time. The terrorist who sits down at reception has cowboy boots and a Southern accent, always thought that was a nice touch.

Hey, what kind of leather is the Allen Edmonds Chester Baroque Oxford Dress Shoes? They seem to me that they are patent leather or some plastic coating.

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure...!

Next time you should just go to the resistol factory in Garland Texas

I love how the maker changed from his dress hat to his sweaty old hat to size you up - seems very fitting to wear the work hat. But also, have the camera guy check to make sure your zipper is up ;) Question: Why do you have your skinny tie end hang longer than the wide end?

Kirby is a more refined, less awkward version of TheReportOfTheWeek 😂

IF I WANT TO WORK SAME LIKE THAT WHAT MATERIAL I CAN USE

Nice one, my brother lives in Georgetown 😀

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Well, make sure you’d too by to see Nathaniel the next time you are visiting your brother?

@andrewjohnston4127

3 жыл бұрын

@@kirbyallison I plan on it,he said he knows where it is

and if a fella ever finds himself in the antipodes theres a good shop in the strand arcade sydney to fix your hat. helpful and friendly service

Caught kirby with his fly down lol 47:40

Go for the explorer kirby! & then the rodeo !

Is that hat blue or purple, the one behind Nathaniel.

Great video. Have you ordered a hat yet?

Wow almost an hour long! When is the Netflix series being announced?

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

Waiting for them to call me...

I'm all hat and no cattle I love Western hats and I wear one here in sunny South Florida

I could be wrong but Kirby seems a little light in the loafers 👀

Equipment here is like that in a cobbler, all from decades ago.

Kirby really pulls off a cowboy hat and looks very natural wearing one.

Was this filmed way earlier than 3 months ago or is his business not impacted by COVID?

Why did you not ordered a hat right away?

Is that the dad priest from the Netflix series “the messiah” or whatever it was called ? Lol

Here for the southern accents . I hope there is some.

he's a good salesman ....I"ll say that 4 that 4 em

23:18 I promise he says "fidora the explorer"

Kirby can you talk about saddle soup. I know that Saphir doesnt produce saddle soup, but sometimes our shoes needs a clean before buffing the shoes.

@kirbyallison

3 жыл бұрын

We do actually have a couple of FAQ videos I believe, which talk about saddle soap, like this one.. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mKh7wdRsZJC4pKw.html

:)

Put me down for 1.

Theres nothing like. @ well dressan, Mam,Men . (Wbman,Women).

F0r $600 it better be at least 20x

Lol this is my uncle nate

Do you find yourself having to be PC? I notice you didn’t say craftsman. You said person. But I notice he would say craftsman. Sucks we have to be that way.

Wear your hat with your boots made by Lee

@clifffff7630

2 жыл бұрын

😂

3:14 cowboys "western wear" are not unique to the United States, you can find cowboy in their own right all across the American Continent from Texas down to Argentina.

@guylewis7418

2 жыл бұрын

So?

@Estuardino71

2 жыл бұрын

@@guylewis7418 Now you know it.

does your interviewee do bunny fur hats for ladies

@toonsoffun5733

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, you see that from the styles in the background. He also showcased a ladies hat in the video.

I find his hat cool. ps I dont wear hats