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This hat will be finished with a hand stitched in Leather Sweat Band! 35% off because this hat is Fairly Stiff body and brim.
This weave is similar in appearance to a Montecristi weave. Double-woven Cuenca hats are also available in a single-woven version, often called Brisa. In the open market, these hats are sometimes referred to as “Montecristi hats,” but that is not technically correct. They are made in Cuenca, Ecuador, so they are genuine Panama hats, but they are not genuine Montecristi Panama hats because they were not woven in the city of Montecristi.
This is the Cuenca version of the genuine Panama hat. The weave is a bit more open, and if you hold it to the sunlight, you will notice it is less tight than a Montecristi weave. To many people, the look is very similar, and even the color can be close. Cuenca hats offer an excellent value, giving you the classic Panama hat look at a more affordable price.
This is a genuine Panama hat from Cuenca, Ecuador.
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This hat comes standard with a fabric sweatband.
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You may also wish to add:
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The Classic Optimo Panama hat is one of the most timeless and recognizable Panama hat styles. Robert Redford and many others have worn this model. It is also one of the very best roll-up Panama hat styles, making it an excellent choice if you want a hat that travels especially well. This hat is blocked in a standard oval, which fits most head shapes well. If you know you need a longer front-to-back fit, we also offer a Long Oval blocking option for added comfort and a better fit.
ADD Long Oval Blocking (Special Request)
The standard crown height of the Optimo model is 4" - 4.5", measured from the brim to the top point on the side of the hat. This Optimo Panama hat is blocked on a standard oval hat block rather than a perfectly round one for a better fit.
Prefer a taller crown? We also offer these special-request crown height options:
ADD 1CM Higher Crown Height (Special Request)
ADD 2CM Higher Crown Height (Special Request)
Snap brim on the front causing the brim to tip downward slightly and upward in the back just a little.
Almost a Stingy Brim: Just a little smaller than our standard brim, this size still offers some shade protection while keeping a shorter, sharper look. It is often chosen more for style than for sun coverage. Some people simply look especially good in a shorter brim.
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Semi-Calado - Vented Hats
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SEE more Addons like - Stiffener - Rollups - liners - curled brims - expedited service
Each Panama hat comes with one hat band of your choice, but you may want to include a few extra hat bands- a quick way to change the personality of your Panama hat!
Each and every Panama hat we sell is handmade right here in Ecuador, so no two hats are exactly alike.
DID YOU KNOW? You can custom design a hat exactly to your specifications! Click Here
1. Print our measuring tape to ensure an accurate measurement.
2. Wrap the measuring tape around the widest part of your head being sure the tape falls above your ears and the ridge of your eyebrows.
3. Using your measurements, you can view our current stock of all Panama hats for your size.
Send us your question about this Cuenca Grade 10 Optimo hat, and we will respond to you as soon as possible.
You can also give us a call, toll-free at 1 800-876-6956
