80 - Microfelt men's fedora-style hat constructed of 100% wool felt in a medium brown tone. The hat features a pinched crown with a center crease and two brass-toned ventilation grommets on each side. The medium-width brim is finished with a raw edge. The exterior is accented by a smooth dark brown leather hatband secured with a functional buckle on the side. The interior is finished with a brown leather sweatband featuring a small brown ribbon bow at the rear seam. A gold rectangular tag attached to the interior sweatband reads LARGE, WPL 4384, Made in U.S.A., 100% Wool.

Microfelt men's fedora-style hat constructed of 100% wool felt in a medium brown tone. The hat features a pinched crown with a center crease and two brass-toned ventilation grommets on each side. The medium-width brim is finished with a raw edge. The exterior is accented by a smooth dark brown leather hatband secured with a functional buckle on the side. The interior is finished with a brown leather sweatband featuring a small brown ribbon bow at the rear seam. A gold rectangular tag attached to the interior sweatband reads LARGE, WPL 4384, Made in U.S.A., 100% Wool. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: The hat is in good overall condition with no visible tears, holes, or structural damage to the wool felt. The leather hatband and interior sweatband are intact and supple. There is a significant accumulation of light-colored surface lint and fibers across the exterior crown and brim. The brass grommets show no signs of oxidation. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.