The first picture was taken in 2002. Back when I was 40 pounds heaver and had longer hair. The second is new new Mal Hatter look. I just got the new Mal Hatter hat in July.

You are my inspiration Mal, I picked up a hat the other day that may out do yours!!!

Show us some pics Rick I want to see your new hat. I'm glad I'm a inspiration to someone.

Good Gosh thats a Wolly Bugger !!!!!!!!!!

I like the new Mal Hatter better.

Looks like you got a good crowd there.

hey mal greetings from germany .it's been a blast here as i'M relearning how to relax still planning on seeing you in sept. unless kidnapped in sweden ..keep smiling thor

I think I found your 40 pounds

Show us a front picture of you and the hat. You bring a special happy spirit to this carving world. Glad you are a stand out carver and positive part of chainsaw carving.

I found this picture today. It's a better picture of my new hat.

MAL,

THAT IS ONE HE-- OF A HAT MAN.

Simply exquisite. Thanks.

you'll want to watch out for cieling fans LOL