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Canadian police-style crown block in varnished linden wood.
One-piece block manufactured in France by labs10.fr, equipped with a multi-standard drilling system for universal compatibility with brims and brim blocks.
Block available with options: size choice, string groove.
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This Canadian police-style crown block is intended for blocking felts, straws and various textile materials used in millinery. It is entirely manufactured in France in Tergnier by labs10.fr, from French linden wood selected for its stability. The varnished finish ensures protection against heat and humidity during steam work.
This model features thicker edges and a fine junction.
The crown block is designed to be used alone or in combination with a brim. Although the varnish protects the wood, applying stretch film before blocking is recommended to prevent any dye bleeding onto the block and to extend its durability. For brim mounting, the base is equipped with 6 symmetrical holes allowing the passage of metal blocking rods. It is compatible with French (10 cm), British (5 inches) and Australian (4 inches offset) standard spacings.
Manufacturing: Tergnier, France by labs10.fr
Design: One-piece block
Storage: Keep in a dry place at constant room temperature.
Availability: If the product is not in stock, the manufacturing and shipping lead time is 4 weeks.
Material: 100% French linden wood.
Finish: High-resistance varnish against humidity and heat.
Height: 15 cm (reference for size 58 cm).
Central drilling: Standard 3.5 cm.
Outer drillings: Standard 2.5 cm.
Centre-distance compatibility: 10 cm vertical (French), 10 cm horizontal (Austrian), 5 inches (English), 4 inches offset by 1 inch (Australian).
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Without string groove (groove for placing the string): the block height is as specified in the technical specifications (above)
With string groove (groove for placing the string): the crown height is increased by 1 cm beneath the groove. For example, if the base block is 12 cm high in size 58, you will receive a 13 cm crown with the string groove.
Clean with a dry cloth after each use to remove material or stiffener residues. Do not use solvent products that could damage the hat block. In case of excessive humidity, let dry in the open air away from a direct heat source to prevent any wood deformation. You can store them in a cool, dry place, on a flat surface when not in use. Do not heat the block above 100 °C.
The photographs presented on the site are provided for information purposes only and are not contractual; variations in colour or wood grain may appear from one piece to another.
