Okay, so, I’ve been on this whole rare Yankees hats kick lately. It all started when I stumbled upon this vintage Yankees cap at a local thrift shop. I’m a die-hard Yankees fan, so obviously, I snatched it up. That got me thinking, what other cool, unique Yankees hats are out there? I mean, beyond the typical navy blue with the white “NY” logo, you know?
I started digging around, hitting up more thrift shops, and even some online spots. Let me tell you, the thrill of the hunt is real! I found some real gems in those places. Each time, when I found a new one, I would be so excited, and put it on my head right away. I took a picture of each hat, I made a list of the brands and the year of each hat.
And it’s not just about finding them. It’s also about making sure they’re legit, right? I learned a few tricks. For example, I always check the inside labels. Authentic caps will have clear labels showing the brand, where it was made, the size, and what it’s made of. And the labels are usually stitched in really well, not all flimsy. If the printing is off or the edges are frayed, it’s probably a fake. It is said it was in 1947, but I am not quite sure about that. One day, when I shopped online, I almost bought one fake hat. Fortunately, I found that before I paid for that.
The deeper I got, the more I realized there’s a whole world of these rare hats. There are ones with different colors, like red, green, or even pink. I even found one with a different logo!
My collection is getting pretty impressive, if I do say so myself. I’ve got snapbacks, fitted caps, and even a few signed by some Yankees legends. I even got one very rare one – a garrison/overseas style cap. They said it is very rare to see in the market. I was really lucky.
- I made a spreadsheet to keep track of them all, with details like the brand, year, and where I found it.
- I even started connecting with other collectors online. We share tips and even trade sometimes.
This whole thing has become more than just collecting hats. It’s like a little community, a shared passion. And honestly, it’s just plain fun. Every time I wear one of my rare hats, I feel like I’m wearing a little piece of Yankees history. If you see me on the street wearing a rare Yankees hat, please don’t hesitate to come over and say hi, we can talk about that!
So yeah, that’s my story about collecting rare Yankees hats. It’s been a wild ride, and I’m not stopping anytime soon. There are still so many hats out there waiting to be found!
