habigman Posted August 22, 2009 Report Share Posted August 22, 2009 The Habig family is originally from Freiburg and its family history goes back to the year 1550. Peter Habig moved to Vienna in 1853. He served his 5-year-apprenticeship as a hat maker and became a journeyman. From 1865 onwards, his brother Carl assisted him in the workshop, where they exclusively manufactured silk hats as well as the then much soughtafter "Chemisse Galett" hats. It was at that time that they made their first humble attempts of manufacturing felt hats. Winning a gold medal at the international exhibit in Kassel in 1870 was the first step towards internationalisation for the newly established company "P. u. C. Habig" ("P. and C. Habig"). Having been honoured with the sought-after "Hors concours Juror" at the Vienna World Exposition was an important turning point in their career and eventually brought about the establishment of Habig as an international brand. In 1874, P. and C. Habig opened an exclusive retail store located in downtown Vienna (Kärntner Strasse). In 1882, a new building was added to the former workshop located on Wiedner Hauptstrasse. The new and modern factory was equipped with the latest technology, allowing the staff to meet all export orders from Germany and overseas. A particularly exclusive branch opened in 1888 in downtown Berlin (Friedrichstrasse). This complex was well positioned and equipped to meet all requirements ahead and included a state-of-the-art factory as well as living. "Kommerzialrat" Peter Habig was the founder of the Austrian Hat Makers' Society and also played a major role in the Austrian Hat Fashion Association as well as the Vienna Hat Makers' Co-operative. He served as president of international exhibit committees on several occasions. Being socially inclined, he was the first to offer loyalty bonuses to workers of more than 20 years' seniority in his business. In addition to that he also rewarded especially hard working apprentices. He was appointed as a member of the arbitration committee of the Industrial Association of Lower Austria. He personally provided funds for a demonstration hat maker's workshop at the Vienna Technical Museum. Peter Habig, who had been awarded many decorations, was among the first to establish a renowned Viennese fashion scene. He was one of the pioneers of the Austrian clothing industry. He passed away on January 4, 1916, in Vienna. The company was deeply affected by the aftermath of World War I - inflation and a generally bad economic situation - and could not keep its core staff of workers, despite all efforts. At the beginning of World War II, the company production was reduced to a minimum due to the scarcity of raw materials and the lack of workers. After the end of World War II P. and C. Habig were among the first to start manufacturing hats made from old stock, selling them in exchange for ration cards and clothing cards. The main business activity back then, which was an important factor in keeping the company afloat, was the mending of old hats. After the retail shop in downtown Vienna (Kärtnerstrasse) was sold, Carl F. Habig, born in 1942, became the sole director of the company on March 20, 1969. He was the fourth family member in a row to hold this position. It was time to modernize the company and to streamline the production process. Excerpt of: Die Staatswappenträger Österreichs; Jupiter Verlagsgesellschaft mbH, Wien 1978 In 2006 Barbara Habig (daughter of Carl F. Habig) is launching a new line of luxury hats. A mixture of exclusive, extraordinary materials is significant for the exquisite hat collection. http://www.putyourhaton.com/history.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Homburg (1951) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Camber (1952) This one was made the United States market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Bowler probably WWI era. This one was made for the United States market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Velour (1962) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Bowler (1951) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Alpen Long Hair (early 1980s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig (1972) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Homburg (1940) This one was restored and resized by Optimo. This is the original sweat band with the production date of November 29, 1940. The sweat date confirmed the last two numbers was the production year ######/###/40. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Alpen Tan Velour (early 1980s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Alpine Black Velour (1966) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Brown Velour (early 1980s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Black Velour (late 1970s early 1980s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Homburg (1952) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig 19th Century Trademarks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Aug. Edelwieth Niederlassung des kk Hoflieferanten Hutfabrik Habig Wien I was sent this picture from my friend Herbert Jennissen of Hut Neubarth Augsburg. This location was bombed out during WWII but was originally owned by Habig. "The photo I attached shows the shop at 'gegenüber Rathaus' in ca.1905. The two men in front are Gotthold Neubarth and his father. The shop then was still named August Edelwirth. On the left window at the bottom is written Aug. Edelwieth Niederlassung des kk Hoflieferanten Hutfabrik Habig Wien." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig (French Advert March 1931) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Long Hair Alpen (late 1970s early 1980s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Habig Long Hair (late 1970s early 1980s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Habig Molett (1953) This beautiful Habig belongs to RLK (Robert) over on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2009 P. & C. Habig Zefir (1959) Another beauty from RLK (Robert). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2009 Images from February 2009 World of Interiors of the former P&C Habig hat shop in Vienna, designed by Holzmann and Adam in 1896. Some more pictures as it looks today. This location is known as Habig-Hof. http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Habig-Hof English translation. http://babelfish.yahoo.com/translate_url?doit=done&tt=url&intl=1&fr=bf-res&trurl=http%3A%2F%2Fde.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FHabig-Hof&lp=de_en&btnTrUrl=Translate The current tenants: Eventagentur Büro Hirzberger - We design events like Haute Couture. http://www.hirzbergerevents.com/ The main retail shop at Kärtnerstrasse that was destroyed in WWII. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2009 Here are some pictures of P. & C. Habig engraving plates from 1890-1920. This is the exclusive Berlin Friedrichstr. location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2009 P. & C. Habig Engraving Plates (continued) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted August 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2009 P. & C. Habig Friedrichstr. Berlin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 P. & C. Habig Sport This new old stock P. & C. Habig Sport belongs to my friend Herbert Jennissen of Hut-Neubarth Augsburg. It has the "Ventilo" vents. This one was made for the German market and has a logo I haven't seen before. I thinking 1950s with this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 P. & C. Habig Geras I think this black velour is late 1960s maybe later. The liner is sewn in which is not the case the with the others I have of this same style. It also has the old label style but I can't read the numbers. The model appears to be named after the Lower Austrian town of Geras. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2009 P. & C. Habig Alpen Velour (1970s) This one belongs to RLK on the FL. Very nice 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 P. & C. Habig (1951) This is an amazing hat to DoctorJ on the FL. It has Trachten elements along with some city elements. The green - gold color combination and bow treatment are very Austrian. Unfortunately the sweatband disintegrated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2009 Habig French magazine advert. No date but thinking 1930s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2009 Habig Alpen (1959) This nice Alpen belongs to RLK on the FL. "1959 with a nice brush and tassels. Has a short overwelt with hidden stitching then trimmed giving Cavanagh edge look." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2009 P. & C. Habig Homburg (late 1950s early 1960s) This Habig Homburg doesn't have a paper label (or I couldn't find it) but I am thinking late 50s early 60s. It is in perfect condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 P. & C. Habig Frayed Bow Examples Camber Fedora Homburg Both early 1950s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted October 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2009 P. & C. Habig Homburg 1961 P. & C. Habig Homburg size 58cm from 1961. It has a some damage to the ribbon / bow from mis-staking but other than that it is in super condition. Also thinner ribbon and a little more side curve than usual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted October 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 I just got my 1961 P. & C. Habig Homburg (posted above) back from Optimo. It had some ribbon / bow damage (otherwise excellent condition) so I had that replaced plus a clean and block. The ribbon width is about the same as the original which isn't common for Homburgs (more Bowler like). I think they did a great job as usual. After Optimo They also added a sweatband bow which I didn't ask for (nice touch). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted October 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2009 P. & C. Habig Sport This one belongs to my friend Herbert Jennissen at Hut Neubarth, Augsburg. Interesting long hair felt with stitching. I am thinking late 50s early 60s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2009 P. & C. Habig Charcoal Alpen Velour, Size 60cm This one belongs to RLK on the FL and was made for the US market. I am thinking late 60s. Not the old paper label style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted December 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2009 P. & C. Habig Murau Velour, size 59cm. Not sure why the outside paper label has 58cm? / 7 3/8. This one was made in 1973 but still of very high quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted January 30, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2010 Habig Zefir (1960) This beauty belongs to RLK on the FL. Beautiful moderately lightweight finely finished felt. 2-3/8" raw edge brim. 1960 date on tag. 2" wide sweatband fairly thick buttery leather. 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 later P. & C. Habig (1984), size 59cm. Got to love that Habig always listed the production year of the hat. I think they stand alone in this regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted April 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2010 Some P. & C. Habig hat boxes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted May 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 10, 2010 P. & C. Habig Melone (Bowler). The paper label has a production year of 1932. The hat is in new condition and came with the original holder and case. Same shop as the hat so must be original. Notice the felt protector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2010 Fictional story from 01/25/1925 that takes place at P. & C. Habig hat shops in Vienna. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2010 P. & C. Habig Late 50s USA Newspaper Ad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2010 Brown P. & C. Habig, size 58cm, 1966. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted July 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 P. & C. Habig - Brooks Brothers Alpen Velour, size 7 3/8 with Ventilo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted September 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2010 This beautiful like new 1960 P. & C. Habig Zefir belongs to RLK on the FL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted October 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2010 Dark Navy Blue P. & C. Habig, 6 7/8, probably early 1980s. Belongs to Kurt on the FL. [/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2010 P. & C. Habig UK ad (1920s). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habigman Posted November 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2010 Old (1900?) P. & C. Habig hat box (not mine). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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