Sizing issues with a tweed flat cap - help!

[Buller]

Hi guys
Mrs Buller has just returned from a trip to the UK where she attended some garden shows and Wimbledon (while I attended to baby-sitting duties back here at the tip of Africa). Anyway, upon her return my lovely wife presented me with a stunning Harris tweed flat cap which she had purchased in London for me. Trouble is it's about an inch too big! Now, will the tweed shrink over time? Could I shrink the hat without damaging the tweed? Or should I have a tailor alter the size? As always, I await your valuable input!

[Stour Otter]

Sir,
A hot boil wash may help to shrink the cap, but may ruin its texture. Personally I think inserting a couple of extra darts at the back of cap each side of the rear rim hem seam would be the answer.

[Loop Erimder]

Grow an afro

[The Old Buffer]

Let a tailor do the job rather than boiling the life out of it.

[Old Man Oakley]

Catch bigger fish, then boast about it on here. Your head will soon swell to fit the cap.

OMO

[Paul D]

Grow an afro

Why did I just know that was coming?

[Buller]

Well guys I had it expertly adjusted by a tailor. Perfect job and fit. Freezing weather is rolling in here at Africa's
Tip. Perfect conditions for a Tweed cap! Cheers Buller

[Old Man River]

Buller, dont go out in the rain wearing you cap ,if you have to , do put a hat on over it .

OMR

[Buller]

Many thanks for that tip OMR
Bull

[Lovatt]

Here's one for you, I figure a bit of humor would be ok and I would love one, hope its not too inappropriate watch what you do with the sausage lol