habigman Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 On 27 September 1800, Leonhard Mayser founds "Hutmacherey Mayser". In the following years, the small hatmaker quickly develops to become a hat factory with several production sites in Germany. In 1858 Leonhard Mayser's son, Friedrich Mayser, decides to take a spectacular step. He leaves the workshop environment behind him and is the first hatmaker in Germany to introduce extensive mechanized production. Together with his son Fritz, he further develops his own company, helps to finance other companies and plays a major role in industrialisation in Ulm. In 1875, the former craft enterprise has developed to become Ulm's second largest industrial enterprise. The company has reached a size which makes greater financial leeway for future activities necessary. In 1886, the company becomes a stock corporation (AG). By the standards in Baden-Württemberg, Mayser is now one of the federal state's large stock corporations. With the participation of Anton Seidl, the owner of the J. A. Seidl hat factory in Munich, the company is transformed into a GmbH (private limited company) in 1914. The partners are Carl Mayser and Anton Seidl, who takes over sole ownership of the Mayser hat factory four years later (1918). In 1924, Anton Seidl introduces production of ladies' hats and is thus able to double production. The name Mayser, which stands for high-quality hats, is registered at the patent office in Berlin. In 1929, the competitor in the Allgäu region is bought out and integrated into the Mayser company. In 1940, Curt M. Zechbauer, the son-in-law of Anton Seidl, takes over management of the company and transforms it into a general partnership. The Wirtschaftswunder years bring Mayser one success after the other. The high point comes in 1963, when Mayser produces 3.5 million hats and sells them worldwide. In 1954, Curt M. Zechbauer's son, Peter M. Zechbauer, acquires the licence of the American hat factory of Stetson for Mayser. In 1991, restructuring of production leads to the hat production being relocated to the sister factory in Lindenberg. http://www.mayser.de/english/unternehmen/historie.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Mayser Wagrain Bergell, size 60cm, (1970s). Alpen style hat with elaborate felt trimmings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Mayser Ausseer, size 59cm (1970s) It has a back bow and love the brown / gold color combo. Although classic Trachten I was told because of the gold trimming it was known as the 'Anwaltshut' (lawyer's hat) in the 60s and earlier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2009 Mayser Black Fedora (1950s) This beauty is from Dreispitz on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2009 I was told about a scene featuring Mayser hats and boxes from the comedy / farce "One, Two, Three" by Billy Wilder staring James Cagney. The movie was shot in Berlin around 1960 prior to wall going up. I was able to purchase a copy so I put a clip of the scene "Speeding Crash Course" on YouTube. It is worth checking out the entire movie if you get a chance. By the way you can still purchase the same Mayser hat box featured in the clip. I have a few of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2009 Mayser Fedora (late 1960s 1970s) I really like the felt and ribbon color combo on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2009 Mayser-Milz (late 1970s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2009 Mayser Parabuntal (2000s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 Mayser Perl (1982) This Alpen model has some very nice black velour felt and cord treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 Mayser Long Hair (1970s early 1980s) The felt on this Mayser has a great feel and look. The hat is designed to have both front and back brim snapped down. This one is from my friend Herbert Jennissen at Hut-Neubarth Regensburg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 Mayser Long Hair Gernot (2000s) Unfortunately Mayser isn't making many Trachten style hats anymore. I really like the Edelweiss flower on the felt ribbon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 Mayser Faulk (2000s) Nice Trachten style hat with cool feather ribbon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 Mayser City Finale (1975) I really liked the felt and style of this hat. I ended up giving it away to a cute US military lady that took a liking to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 Mayser Velour (1990s early 2000s) This is another great hat from my friend Herbert Jennissen at Hut-Neubarth Augsburg. The velour felt and sweat band are awesome. Love the ribbon treatment. This is the best modern production hat I have ever come across. It has a very vintage feel regarding the materials (sweat and felt) and construction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2009 Mayser Fedora, Black, size 60cm, 1958 The felt has a nice finish and feel + very malleable. Some wear and tear though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2009 From Herbert Jennissen at Hut Neuberth, Augsburg. Some background info regarding Stetson operations in Europe. "Mayser had owned the Stetson license for Europe before FWS* got it. The hats then were high end products like the fur felt Stetsons made in the USA (just different shapes and a smooth finish all made by Mayser in Lindenberg). The problem: the hats were very expensive and hardly anybody bought them. Too little sales for Stetson, so they gave it to FWS, who labeled the whole collection." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 Stetson - Mayser 3X Beaver Quality Homburg, size 58cm This one was made by Mayser 12/27/58. Mayser started licensing and making Stetsons in 1954. The condition is near new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 This Mayser Homburg (size 59cm) is probably late 50s early 60s and in great condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted January 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2010 This super Mayser belongs to Sue on the FL. I am not really clear on the age. I think it is from the 50s but not sure which part. The felt reminds me of some of my old Borsalinos - malleable, but substantial. 2 5/8" brim, 5 1/2" uncreased crown, 2 1/8" reeded sweat, 7/8" ribbon. It's actually a little lighter than charcoal - a dark medium gray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2010 This is a current Mayser City Finale, size 59cm (I have one from the 70s) that was given to me as a gift. This hat is actually very well made. What is interesting is they are still stitching the upper part of the ribbon. Not sure if anyone else is doing this today. I can't find any flaws in the workmanship (IMO above current Stetson, Akubra and Borsalino) regardless of the modern style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2010 This is a rare vintage Mayser Hutfabrik Hat display that I received as a gift from a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Probably late 50s black Mayser Homburg, size 58cm. This one has a really nice overall look and is in great condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Same seller as the Dobesch again a 56cm instead of a 59cm. These Maysers are hard to come by and this one is in very good condition. The brim is just over two inches with very nice felt. I am thinking late 50s early 60s. I sold this one to Bolthead on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted March 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2010 Size 59cm Mayser Spezial. I am thinking mid to late 1950s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted March 24, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2010 Very nice black Mayser Homburg, size 59cm. Probably early 1960s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 27, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2010 This size 59cm Mayser Panama (Brisa weave Cuenca) is probably from the 1960s. I think the ribbon might have been altered and the sweat was reattached in hack like fashion. Also missing the Mayser patch inside the crown. Still I like the blocking (pseudo cowboy crease) and it fits. Nice super casual summer hat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted May 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Mayser, Fedora - Homburg, size 59cm, probably early 1960s. Very nice hat with stitched liner for under $20.00 including shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted June 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2010 Mayser Spezial Homburg, size 59cm. It has moth damage especially on the bottom but still a very nice hat. Really like the liner and logo (first one I have of this type). I am thinking early 1950s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted June 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2010 This Mayser belongs to RLK (Robert) on the FL. Probably 1970s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 Mayser pre 1940 USA Newpaper Ads. 09/26/1913 (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) 10/02/1913 (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) 10/10/1913 (Pittsburgh Post Gazette) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 From Herbert at Hut Neubarth, Augsburg. Modern Mayser Lario Sisol, size 59cm, silver - gray. Mayser still does nice bow work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Mayser "Alster Extra", size 59cm. Probably late 1950s early 60s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 This very unique Mayser ashtray turned out to be high quality. The drawings were done by Marga Trautloft - Mayser. Not sure if she was a designer or the time period although it has an old vintage feel. Here is some info courtesy of Stefan / Steur on the FL. Her name is Marga Trautloft and she was born Marga Mayser on 18th june 1913 as a daughter of Alfred Mayser and Helene Mayser. She was married to Johannes "Hannes" Trautloft (1912-1995), a high ranking Luftwaffe pilot and officer in WWII. Marga died 04th june 1998. She's buried in Waldfriedhof Solln near Munich along with her husband. On the gravestone she's listed as "kostumbildnerin" (costume designer). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Some late 1950s Mayser magazine ads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted October 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2010 This beautiful Mayser (size 58cm) belongs to RLK (Robert) on the FL. I am thinking late 1950s very early 1960s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 Maysers silk Top Hat (Zylinderhut) size 59cm arrived yesterday. It has some wear but not bad for the price plus rarity. This is the first pre WWII Mayser hat (of any type) I have encountered. I am thinking this one is early 1900s. The "Form:" on the paper label is "1915" which might be the production year. The box is in very poor condition but original. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2010 Mayser Hut Seidl Munich Homburg. Light to medium brown, size 58cm and near new condition. Sweatband date stamped 12/27/58. Hut Seidl Munich had a direct relationship with Mayser so this is some type of custom model. This is my new first place Homburg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2010 Stetson Royal made by Mayser. Size 60cm probably 1980s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2010 Stetson Royal made by Mayser. Size 60cm probably 1980s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
le.gentleman Posted December 17, 2010 Report Share Posted December 17, 2010 Interesting! How do you know it was made by Mayser? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Mayser had the license to make Stetsons starting in the mid 1950s. There is a fantastic late 50s Stetson - Mayser Homburg farther back in the thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted January 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 Mayser Spezial, black, size 58cm. Probably early to mid 1960s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2011 Mayser Supra. This one has a unique sweatband that I haven't seen before on Echter Mayser. Beautiful liner and ribbon / bow work. Overall it is a really nice example of the style. Could be early to mid 1950s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 15, 2011 Black Echter Mayser. Probably early 1960s but it's a nice one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Echter Mayser, stingy / sporty model, size 58cm, no liner. A rough finish heather felt with a neat ribbon / bow. I really like wearing this little one. Probably early to mid 1960s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted February 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 The future of the Mayser hats is now secured - brand protection through outsourcing abroad Since 2002, the Lindenberg based company Mayser has been establishing its own company in Roznava, Slovakia, which, as of April 2011, will be producing all headpieces of the Mayser brand. Currently already, Mayser-Roznava is manufacturing all fabric articles of the brand. The further modern development of Mayser-Roznava and the training of its staff prepares the company for its future tasks with great effort, dedication and commitment. Throughout this, a quality management and control system takes centre stage in addition. The manufacture at Mayser-Roznava allows to continue offering hats of traditionally known high quality on the world market. Established in Lindenberg, a tradition is thus being pursued that dates back to the year 1833. Based on the following criteria, it is our will and objective to continue providing our customers in all the world with the famous Mayser quality: - Solid fashionable designs - Use of best materials - Best workmanship - Perfect services - High social competence - Innovations The following continues to be located at Mayser in Lindenberg: - The design department (modistes & studio) - The procurement department - The marketing & sales and the delivery departments - The quality control department The dye-works, raw manufacture and a technical division in Lindenberg ensure,beyond that, the maintaining and advancement of the know-how. We do not only secure jobs in Lindenberg, but commit ourselves also to quality made in Europe, certainly with due regard to the applicable social standards. Manfred Jordan Executive Partner Mayser Group Lindenberg, July 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 This is size 58c modern Mayser Panama that I picked up from my friend Herbert Herbert Jennissen at Hut Neusbarth Augsburg. I really liked the ribbon treatment and overall look of this one. Probably sourced from Dorfzaun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2011 Here is a modern gray Mayser City Finale with vintage ribbon / bow work by Hut Neubarth Augsburg. Fantastic work Herbert! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted June 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2011 Mayser Echt Panama, size 58cm. Wide brim open weave from Cuenca. Probably 1980s or 1990s but fine detail work. Really like the liner patch, ribbon and bow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted June 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2011 Mayser, black, size 59cm. German city style from1970s or later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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