habigman Posted August 23, 2009 Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 Alsfeld, Germany No longer in business Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2009 Rockel Homburg Grey (1980s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 Rockel Alpen Velour (1970s 1980s) This is a new old stock with some really nice black velour felt. Also with a very nice liner and logo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted October 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2010 1950s Rockel "Etui" size 58cm. This rare beauty belongs to RLK on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted May 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 10, 2011 Echter Rockel Wildleder Velourette, size 58cm, Greenish blue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted June 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 29, 2011 Rockel Wildleder, dark loden green with gold binding, size 59cm. Date stamped 1962 and in fine condition. Unique ribbon and bow work with a very nice felt finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2011 Rockel promo pocket mirror. Not sure of the date but could be 1950s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 This one belongs to Fritz (Manfred). "Rockel Echt Haar Homburg arrived! Lovely Hat, indeed. Nice the white sweatband! The condition is very good, I would say little worn. No label inside. I think it's from the 50s, maybe earlier." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fritz Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 The Big Deal? I bought 4 unworn and new old stock German hats. All are open Crown. Two are Velour in Size 53 and 56 and two felt size 53 and 56. My guess from the mid 40s to the early 50s. The Sweatbands are stiff and dry out over the years.The Quality of the Velour is good. The brown Prima Haarhut has a very stiff felt and has a bit longer hair. Steve and I are agree that they are from the early, 50s The Velour The Prima Haarhut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2013 Echter Rockel Velour, size 59cm, new old stock. Really fantastic colors (felt, liner, ribbon) and Velour finish. Also a perfect fit. Thinking late 1930s - 1940s. This one took a while to arrive but well worth the wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2013 Hutfabrik Rockel, German Trademarks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted May 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2013 Rockel & Co. Alsfeld plus other companies, probably 1930s. "A Man Of The World Is Always With Hat!" Update: The company to the right of Rockel is Richard Schuster Graskeller 16, Hamburg. The company to the right of Richard Schuster is Gubener Haar und Velourhut Fabrik A.G., Guben. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 Rockel Echter Haar, Great find by Manfred! "Rockel Echter Haar arrived today. A bargain from Ebay. He has a bit longer hair in a dark blue maybe blue/black! Outstanding condition! The felt is wonderful, the sweatband un reeded and soft and very thin and he has a light weight! I am very happy with that suprise, because the seller had only one picture in his description! The age I guess late 40s!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted January 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Rockel Chamois. This one belongs to Paddy on the FL. Probably late 1950s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2014 Beautiful transformation by Black Sheep Hat Works of a Rockel Chamois. This beauty belongs to Garrett. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2014 Rockel, probably early 1950s maybe late 1940s. This one belongs to Paddy. The sweatband was repaired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted January 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 Rockel, size 60cm, probably early to mid 1950s. Belongs to Fastuni on the FL. "German brown "Homburg" hat size 60. Very tall and full crown - medium wide ribbon. Made by Rockel. It has only two paper labels: one hand written reading "2" and another one with the size 60. The sweater leather is ultra-thin and reads "real Rockel hair (fur)"." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted January 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 Rockel Prima Haarhut, size 60cm, probably late 40s early 50s could be earlier. This one belongs to Fastuni of the FL. "Marked only as "Prima Haarhut" and stamped "HEBECO" under the leather." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 19, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2015 Rockel & Co. Haar- und Velourhutfabrik, Receipt 06/19/1944 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted March 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Deutsche Landschaft, Volume 1, Burkhard-Verlag., 1956 Six and a half years (1925?) after the First World War, it seemed daring that the young person skilled Heinrich Rockel put his hat factory to Alsfeld. But here he could count on the instinct of skilled workers and found the basic condition for its quality service. The good old craftsmen and ...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 19, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2015 Rockel Velour, size 57, gray, probably late 1930s / 1940s. This one belongs to Fastuni on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted May 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 Rockel Prima Haarhut, size 57cm, gray. This one belongs to Fastuni on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2015 Rockel, probably late 1950s. This one belongs to Manfred. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted October 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2015 Rockel "Echter Velour", size 59cm, 1950s. Very nice finish and really like the ribbon width and bow design. Thanks to Manfred for this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 15, 2015 Rockel, probably 1970s. Belongs to Paddy on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 20, 2015 Rockel"Echter Velour", Size 56 cm. This one belongs to Fastuni on FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2016 Rockel "25 Years" from the Gotisches Haus (Gothic House) Bad Homburg , Germany hat collection. Rockel Alsfeld was unusual because they were a post WWI hat company. They were able to produce high quality Velour hats (and other hats) at a lower price which made them popular. Also discovered they had their own fur cutting and felt production. This 25th anniversary booklet is especially interesting because it's post WWII. Mentions the lack of hat machine parts post WWII because all the hat machine makers were in the East of Germany (Guben was a main hub). I don't believe any of these German hat machine companies located in East Germany survived WWII. Also looks disparagingly at the hat-less movement.The Google translation is rough but it's very much worth taking a look at.(Click On Photos To Expand)A business one drives from without; but work is only where it is active for communication of reason from within.-ParacelusTHE FIRST HALF OF THE 20TH CENTURYhas all the features of the unusual. Two world wars, political upheavals greatest extent and bold foray, the human mind in previously barely glimpsed areas have changed the face of the world decisively. Mankind has entered the atomic age; immense forces her into the hand, and while they often endeavor despairing of greatness that lie ahead of her task is to overcome the terrible consequences of the last war, the issue is still not decided whether these forces for the destruction should find and destroy or to build and advance application, a curse or a blessing of all.1925Exactly in the middle of the first half of the century falls the foundation of the company. Mr. Rockel started his own business after his professional training with 24 years and founded on April 15, 1925 the company ROCKEL & CO. as a limited partnership.Personally entertaining shareholders who Mr. Henry Rockel, limited partner Mr Albert Stein, who, however, already retired five years later from the company. As founding Alsfeld was chosen because here accidentally factory rooms, if, were also modestly available. It was started with five workers and increased the number of employees in the first year on 30th were made initially only hair stumps that were sold as semi-finished to the processing ladies hat industry. Particular difficulties lay in this, that, in Alsfeld not learned skilled workers were available, Mr. Rockel therefore each was obliged to teach in person.Personally entertaining shareholders who Mr. Henry Rockel, limited partner Mr Albert Stein, who, however, already retired five years later from the company. As founding Alsfeld was chosen because here accidentally factory rooms, if, were also modestly available. It was started with five workers and increased the number of employees in the first year on 30th were made initially only hair stumps that were sold as semi-finished to the processing ladies hat industry. Particular difficulties lay in this, that, in Alsfeld not learned skilled workers were available, Mr. Rockel therefore each was obliged to teach in person.At the time of establishing strong competition prevailed, and who exceptionally hard to enforce for the company over the grofssen holdings of old hat industry. Nevertheless, the manufacturing space soon proved too small from. In 1929, therefore, the company moved to its current plant site.IN 1931 WAS THE MEN HAT - PRODUCTION added. In the following period, the company brought out a felt hat of special quality and iron had not yet been unknown price, which made its name on the hat gentlemen sector.A branch operation in Frischborn, Krs. Lauterbach, was built in 1935 to there Tailoring perform the hair on their own. In the course of the year so that was the coarsest percentage needed in the hat factory hat substance manufactured Tailoring in your own hair. The achieved control of the precursor, which is essential for the breakdown of the qualities that a further important step in the direction of the company to its present importance.IN THE WAR YEARS was obliged fabrication of Füfslingen (Fur Felt Socks) and Fur Felt Gloves are included for the Wehrmacht. a hair was out Füfslingen (Fur Felt Socks)then through lengthy trials felt slipper developed which is particularly warm because of the high qualities of rabbit hair and on addition stylish and appealing could be designed.POST-WAR YEARSDemand for hat-manufactures was very great due to the failure of the supply from the East, the fabrication hand connected in the postwar period due to the absence of many products met considerable difficulties. In particular, the lack of spare parts supplies made äufserst unpleasantly. Since the hat machines factories without exception are in the east, was obliged to be a move to produce spare parts in the widest sense of self. To satisfy the strong demand in some measure, to know how the manufacturing premises were expanded considerably in recent years. The number of Fanned machines - decisive for the capacity of a hat factory - is the anniversary year seven. are currently employs more than 500 staff and workers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 23, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2016 Continued. EXPORT The hat made in the company brands found before the war abroad have strong appeal. Importing countries were substantially Holland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark. The torn by war threads are war torn threads are tied up for the time since. So the export business with Holland has been initiated again. Other countries will follow. Within this small, internal correspondence some BASIC REMARKS ABOUT THE HAT are allowed. Unerlaefslicher part of the well-dressed gentleman, he already enjoyed in ancient times especially attentive and loving attention. Pictures of old masters thus represent the man almost exclusively with hat represents the personality and weight Reprasentation confer and also the totality of man Stressing for the hat like no other garment icon was. The consciousness of this wholeness is gone today more or less lost us. Thus we see the disintegration of social ties and the associated dissolution of individuality in an existing as mere fiction "wholeness mass", the image of punishment if not dominate the hatless man as the visible expression of this phenomenon, but also change. Do we us right. people with rolled shirtsleeves there will always be. Those often sympathetic figures with wade avert convention and tradition are not interested here. the hatless gentleman in elegant double-breasted but is spiritually a torso, which is not up in the sense of dignity that is consciousness penetrated, at least but missed two lafst. Suave unit and with nuance unit of a neat, comprehensive the whole human lifestyle we speak pro domo we do not think an example will suffice:., imagine in addition to a clean, elegant and cultured woman - before a man without a hat - a lady in the original meaning of the word. Carelessness? Tactlessness? It is that sense of the wholeness of man to restore. Then the hat will be back more than mere headgear, namely expression increased vitality. In April 1950, To our esteemed business friends! On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of our company we allow us inside to present a paper on the history of our company. We wish to express our heartfelt thanks for the confidence shown us in recent years. It will be our endeavor to justify this confidence in the future. Yours ROCKEL & CO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2016 Rockel, probably 1970 or later. This one is Flea Market find by Manfred. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2017 Echt Rockel "Echt Velour", 57cm probably late 1930s or 1940s. This fantastic Velour belongs to Stefan (Steur) on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted May 31, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2017 Rockel (Alsfeld), 58cm, Open Crown 5 inches, Brim 2 3/4 inches, probably late 1950s. The hat was machine formed but I was easily able to change the crease. The charcoal colored felt has an interesting finish which is coarser clipped finish so not a Velour. Also has a very nice thin ribbon bow design that is still basted. The only Rockel identifier is on the crown patch and there is only the store name on the sweatband. The paper label has the older Rockel format and look but without the company identifier (R. & Co. A.). Basting stitches still on bow and thin ribbon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted June 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2017 Natural Light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 19, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2017 "Echter Rockel Hut" Rockel Alsfeld, Kraemer & Van Elsberg, G.M.B.H. Köln probably late 1920s or 1930s. I really like marketing / sales items like this placard. The placard has an patented enamel coating and a unique folding stand. Kraemer & Van Elsberg, G.M.B.H. Köln were known for such enamel placards. I also really like the Rockel logo and "Echter Rockel Hut" typography. This placard is covered with Simili(Simulated)-Enamel. D.R. Patent. Often cleaning with a soft, damp cloth gives the placard its original appearance. Kraemer & van Elsberg, G.rn.b.H., Cologne Same "Echter Rockel Hut" placard hanging (under the Rockel & Co. sign) in the Rockel Hat trade show display. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 5, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2020 Rockel Velour "Superior", 55 cm possible late 1930s early 1940s. This fantastic Velour belongs to Matt on the FL. Open Crown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 13, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2020 Rockel "Velourette", 58 cm possibly late 1950s. The finish is Chamois like so I would be interesting to know why Rockel chose the "Velourette" name. I have one other "Velourette" and it also has a Chamois like finish. I really like the Ribbon and Bow design. This is the second hat from my recent seven hat find. Open Crown Natural Light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 14, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2020 Rockel "Jupiter", 58 cm possibly mid to late 1950s. The Chamois like felt is fantastic (color, finish, hand) and easily dry creases. Also really like the form and mid width band / ribbon. Unfortunately the liner is missing so I might look for a replacement. This is the third hat from my recent seven hat find. Open Crown Natural Light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 28, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2020 Echter Rockel Velour, 56 cm, possibly late 1950s. This hat belongs to Stefan on the FL. Here is his description. "ark grey with some distinct lilac tones to it. Very cool colour which is why it had to come. No label in this one unfortunately, but the liner was glued, so I'm guessing mid to late sixties. Bound brim at 6cm and crown at 11cm at the center dent. Rockel did know how to do velour and this one shows it. Weighs 110 grams." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 26, 2021 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2021 Echter Rockel Velour, No Paper Label, measures ~ 58 cm, possibly late 1920s. The the Gray Velour is very pliable with a great amount of gloss. The Crown is ~ 6 inches Open with a ~ 2 1/2 inch Brim. The black Bat Wing like Bow is really fantastic. Open Crown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 24, 2021 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2021 Echter Rockel "Haar", 58 cm, possibly early to mid 1950s. The Felt color is Dark Blue and the Felt has a very nice hand plus easily dry creases. The the Sweatband is a matching Dark Blue. Open Crown Natural Light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted January 17, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2022 Rockel Hat Holder possibly 1930s / 1940s. This Hat Holder belongs to Matt on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 28, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2022 Rockel "Flamand", NOS Condition, possibly early to mid 1950s. The Felt color and finish are fantastic. Same with the Form and mid width Band. This Soft Felt belongs to Panos on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 8, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 8, 2022 Rockel "Wildleder", 58 cm possibly later 1960s. Great looking Chamois finish Grey Felt that has a very soft hand. Also a really sharp looking slightly offset Light Gray Bow and Brim Binding. Open Crown Natural Light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted June 30, 2023 Author Report Share Posted June 30, 2023 Rockel "Velour", labeled 59cm but fits 58cm, possibly 1930s. The Dark Metal Gray Velour is in very good condition. The glossy color coordinated Liner is striking. Rockel Alsfeld didn't get started until the mid 1920 but found a nitch producing affordable high quality Fur Felt Hats. Open Crown According to the seller Christine, this Rockel "Velour" belonged to her father Hans Terpe (see photo below) , born in 1913 in Nünchritz near Riesa/Saxony as the youngest of 7 siblings. Hans learned the trade of lathe operator at the Riesa steelworks and made it to the foreman at JUNKERS. Later, around 1943, he took over the inn of Christine's mother's family through marriage. He died of a heart attack in Markkleeberg near Leipzig/Saxony in 1966. Hans Terpe 1935. Unfortunately Christine doesn't have a photo of her father wearing the Rockel "Velour" but she did have this 1945 photo of Hans wearing a really fantastic Snap Brim Hat with a Crown Crease Clip! Here you can see the Crown Crease Clip in action. Christine with her father Hans (wearing a Snap Brim Hat) and dog Hasso in 1949. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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