Round Crown - Cloche Type - Block 4

This cloche-type crown block is intended for blocking felts, straws and various millinery textile materials. It is entirely made in France in Tergnier by labs10.fr, from French lime wood selected for its stability. The varnished finish provides protection against heat and moisture during steam work. This block is ideal for a retro cloche hat.

Usage advice

The crown 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 mounting on a brim, the base is equipped with 6 symmetrical holes allowing the passage of metal locking rods. It is compatible with French (10 cm), British (5 inches) and Australian (4 inches offset) standard spacings.

Additional information

• Manufacture: Tergnier, France by labs10.fr

• Design: Single-piece block

• Storage: Keep in a dry place at constant room temperature.

• Availability: If the product is not in stock, manufacturing and shipping lead time is 4 weeks.
  
  

Technical specifications

• Material: 100% French lime wood.

• Finish: High-resistance varnish against moisture and heat.

• Height: 12 cm (reference for size 58 cm).

• Central hole: Standard 3.5 cm.

• Outer holes: Standard 2.5 cm.

• Spacing compatibility: 10 cm vertical (French), 10 cm horizontal (Austrian), 5 inches (English), 4 inches offset by 1 inch (Australian).

• Sold individually

Block options

• Without string groove (groove to place the string): the height of the block is as specified in the technical specifications (above)

• With string groove (groove to place the string): the height of the crown is increased by 1 cm below 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.

Care advice

Clean with a dry cloth after each use to remove material or stiffener residues. Do not use solvent products which could alter the hat block. In case of excessive moisture, let it air dry away from a direct heat source to avoid 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.

Additional note

The photographs presented on the site are provided for information only and are not contractual; variations in shade or wood grain may appear from one piece to another.