Patent ID: 6058511
Filing Date: 2000-05-09
Classification: A42B,A42C

Abstract:
A method for manufacturing a gamebird hat:a) preparing multiple gamebird pelts having feathers and skin;b) applying a layer of acrylic latex with silicone to the pelt skins;c) cutting a hat liner base and liner top to pre-measured dimensions;d) placing the liner base on a mannequin head;e) connecting two strap portions of the liner base at a front of the head;f) placing the liner top on the mannequin head and folding four corners of the liner top to fit the mannequin head;g) marking the liner base for a position of the liner top;h) removing the liner base and liner top from the mannequin head;i) punching holes in the liner base and liner top;j) stitching the liner base to the liner top;k) placing the liner base and liner top back on the mannequin head;l) cutting the pelts into multiple sections;m) applying an adhesive layer to the acrylic latex on the pelt skin; andn) attaching the pelt sections in a preferred sequence to the liner base and liner top, wherein all pelt feathers are pointing to a rear portion of the hat.