This is the summer hat, and it works on a completely different principle from the felts. Straw is woven rather than felted, so it breathes — air moves through the crown instead of being trapped against your head, which is the entire reason a straw hat exists in a Texas July. Model OF395 C28.
The X rating on straw means something different than it does on felt. On a fur felt hat the number tracks the animal fiber content; on straw it reflects how fine and tight the weave is. A 30X straw is woven close enough to hold a crisp shape and a clean brim line rather than going soft and floppy after a few wearings, which is what separates a real straw hat from a novelty one. The rodeo crown and wide brim give genuine shade across the face and neck through a full day outdoors. Straw is light, cool, and built for the season — it is not a rain hat, and it will not take the abuse a felt will, but nothing else is as comfortable in heat.
Available for in-store pickup in Dallas at Teres Western Wear.
