[David E. Gervais]

Originally posted by Ragnarok:
*Taks hat off*
Ok so what is the point in this?

.. It's a Gentilman's salute,.. one grabs the rim of ones top hat, raises it off the head ever so slightly and bows {bowes?} slightly in the direction of the one recieving the salute...

The gesture is intended to convey both respect and honor while maintaining one's own dignity.

Cheerio, chap, this has been a quick lesson in proper mannerisms. I most certainly hope this clarifies the phrase "Hat's off!" so that you may in turn use it to your advantage.

Cheers!