Hat stretcher from Frederick & Nelson, ca. 1920-1960

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The chrome dome on this device heats up and the two halves slowly separate via turning the screw which gradually stretches the hat to the desired size.
ID Number: 1993.43.92
Date: Circa 1920-1960
Physical Description: 1 Stretcher, Hat; metal, fabric, glass; 12 in.H x 16 in.W x 6.75 in.D
Place Made: United States of America, CONNECTICUT, Fairfield
Credit: MOHAI, 1993.43.92