82 - Resistol fur felt cowboy hat in the Cody style, finished in a light tan Silver Belly color. The hat is designed with a classic cattleman's crease crown and a wide brim, accented with a coordinating braided cord hat band finished with knotted ends. The interior is fitted with a champagne-colored satin lining and a dark brown leather sweatband. This example was originally retailed at Wild Bills in Vail, Colorado. The hat features a size 7 5/8 fit with the manufacturer's self-conforming interior construction designed to adapt to the wearer's head shape. Marked with a gold Resistol logo on the crown lining and stamped Resistol Self-Conforming Made in Texas, U.S.A. and Wild Bills Vail, CO on the sweatband. 6" H x 15" L x 14 1/2" W. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.

Resistol fur felt cowboy hat in the Cody style, finished in a light tan Silver Belly color. The hat is designed with a classic cattleman's crease crown and a wide brim, accented with a coordinating braided cord hat band finished with knotted ends. The interior is fitted with a champagne-colored satin lining and a dark brown leather sweatband. This example was originally retailed at Wild Bills in Vail, Colorado. The hat features a size 7 5/8 fit with the manufacturer's self-conforming interior construction designed to adapt to the wearer's head shape. Marked with a gold Resistol logo on the crown lining and stamped Resistol Self-Conforming Made in Texas, U.S.A. and Wild Bills Vail, CO on the sweatband. 6" H x 15" L x 14 1/2" W. 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 fur felt crown shows visible surface nicks and abrasions along the upper ridge. The top and underside of the brim exhibit scattered light soiling and several small dark spots. The interior leather sweatband and satin lining show wear, moderate staining, and discoloration consistent with regular use. 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.