The original production of milliner's models is carried on by the sons of Alfonso Bini, Luciano and Roberto. They are faithful to the original techniques: milliner's blocks made for the famous hat makers such as Borsalino, Panizza and Barbisio. They are still made entirely by hand, while the decorative items, designed on copying lathes, are retouched with chisels and gouges.

Left: Hat widener Above: Hat blocks

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Above and right: Hat blocks

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Above: Hat blocks Right: Hat-holder tree

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Above: Doll heads Right: Hat-holder staffs (staff dimensions vary upon request)