Borsalino has been synonymous with Panama hats for over 150 years. And now it’s making motorcycle helmets. The venerable company is based in northern Italy, betwixt Turin and Milan, and has expanded its brand to include menswear, watches, and even fragrances. I’m not sure if I could bring myself to wear a Borsalino helmet, but they are truly beautiful objects.

Shown below from left to right: Panama Blu Carezza, Notorius, and Blu Carezza. By the way, the company’s website is worth a visit: it’s a model of classy, understated design.

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This blog post ist courtesy of Chris Hunter at BikeEXIF 'Loud Pipes Save Lives'.