Most hats complete your look. A Penman hat is your look. Whether you need a lid for the Amazon jungle or the concrete jungle, you can't go wrong with a Penman. Handmade for the Hard boiled
I was looking to buy a nice "Last Crusade styled hat" of good quality. I called John, as his handmade version was my first choice. However, there would have been a "wait time" for the hat to be made and I needed it 'now' for Comic Con. So John recommended the 'AB Henry,' which he could bash "LC style." John was so helpful, informative and caring; he bashed and delivered my 'Henry' in less than a week! I absolutely love my 'Henry,' but my next hat will be, without a doubt, a handmade Penman. John runs a top-notch business and truly cares about his hats and his customer's satisfaction.
I chose my Penman hat after a long search for the perfect Raiders hat. I could’nt chose better. Its style, finish and details are beyond any expectation. J. Penman hats are pieces of art.
I have owned and ultimately been disappointed with numerous Indy style fedoras. There is no question that my Penman though is the real deal in terms of both accuracy and construction. These hats are second to none. John's passion and gift for hat making are evident by his work. Ribbon, pouncing, sweat band, you name it, there is not a single area John does not excel in. With John's customer service, when you order a Penman, not only do you come away with a hat, but a friendship with a true craftsman. I am now the proud owner of several Penmans and I will surely be back for more.
I had heard and read so many good things about John's hats that once I placed my order, I actually lowered my expectations just so I wouldn't be disappointed. What a mistake! John's Last Crusade hat far exceeded my expectations and was perfect in every way...looking equally good with adventure gear or a three-piece suit. To top it off, John's customer service could not be improved upon. He was always just an email or a phone call away. Thanks a million for a great hat!
I had heard really great things about the hats John Penman
makes and placed my order with very high expectations. John's
accessibility and overall customer service was excellent. I was
NOT disappointed: quality of the beaver felt, the artistry of the
ribbon and the overall craftsmanship of the finished product
speaks volumes about the skill of this young hat maker. I'm not kidding when I say you owe it to yourself to own one of his fine hats.
I can't fault this hat, perfect fit, the felt is gorgeous-warm rich brown........... simply one of the nicest hat.
Wow! Is that soft! I was unprepared for how buttery soft the
feel of the felt is. I want to thank John yet again for making me
a terrific Raiders fedora! It's exactly what I wanted and pictured in my head. It's perfect in every way.
I received my Penman yesterday and I am extremely pleased with it. It's a gorgeous rich brown color. If you have a Penman coming to you. You will not be disappointed.
I've had my Penman for a week now and I've looked it over very
carefully to see if I could find anything that wasn't just perfect. I've
checked the stitching, liner, sweatband, imprint, etc. Everything
about it is absolutely spot on. Excellent craftsmanship. Everyone
who seen it has loved it. I'm going to enjoy this hat for a long time.
Thanks John. It's the finest hat I ever owned.
To all those that are considering a Penman or are in the market
for a hat, take the plunge. I assure you, you will not be disappointed. I will definitely be coming back to The Penman hat Co. for more hats and John has gained a customer for life.
I'm proud to announce that one of my handmade Raiders fedoras was excepted in the largest hat museum in the country. You can find out about the museum at
the Penman hat co. is now on you tube. You can find all of them together at my facebook page.