Fig. 51.—Small vestigial bow of ribbon in a modern hat.
In some hats the ribbon does not simply make the bow, but it is threaded through a greater or less number of holes in the leather, though now fulfilling no useful purpose. (See Figure [52].)
Fig. 52.—A hat with the remains of lacing.
In a hunting hat, however (see Figure [53]), the lacing is continuous round the hat, and the lining can be made to fit the wearer. It helps to form a buffer, should the huntsman unfortunately fall on his head, and it is claimed that many lives have been saved by this small detail.
