Millinery - Wooden Hat Block, 5 Piece Puzzle Crown Block 057

Millinery - Wooden Hat Block, 5 Piece Puzzle Crown Block 057

Maker: United Hatters, Cap and Millinery Wkrs Union Int. Reg.  Local 30 Factory No. 8, Code 493

Size 22 1/4" (56.5cm)

Oval form

Fabulous Union Made, 5 piece turban style block with cut away front detail. A challenging block, with string grooves to aid blocking process. Has provision for under turnings to create a smooth line at the edge.

A five-part block can be dismantled inside the blocked crown to allow you to get the crown off the block without stretching the fabric.

In excellent vintage condition, some staining evident.