Original Aussie Breezer Sun Hat for Summer Outdoor Use

I rated this hat based on my comparison to the best hat I've ever tried on, in terms of workmanship, etc. -- if you want to spend a bundle there are superior hats for that budget, at least in terms of hats you'll wear for life. If I had rated it based on the value, I would have given it 5 stars. This hat is certainly light and perfect for summer. It seems very well constructed and my guess is it will be more than durable enough to outlive any reasonable expectations. I am usually a size 7 1/4 and my head measurement is 22.75 inches, so I used Henschels size chart http://www.henschelhats.com/new/sizing/ to order a large. It is a teeny bit roomy in circumference but I'm sure it looks better overall than a Medium would have (better too big than too small), so I am happy. I might search for one of those inserts that go inside where the sweat band is. This is a great-looking hat and the brim is styled just right for sun protection and a classy "Aussie" vs. Western look. It is not at all "floppy" but it not as stiff as the ones with wiring. If I were to "crush" it when I packed it, I would lay it down crown up and flatten just the crown rather than bend or roll it. Others have mentioned putting socks or tee shirts in the crown which seems ideal. I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again and I may just order another one in a different color. This review is a little wordy, I know, but I hope it is helpful. I rely on reviews a lot so I try to offer some real help when I write one.

I hadn't had it long enough to say how well it will hold up. But I like it much. I ordered a medium. I wear a 7 1/8" hat. It fit me perfectly. Its much cooler than any brim hat I've had. I love the style also. I have the natural color one & looks good. I guessed it would be better if in the direct sun shine. I will likely order another one of these hats in the near future. Construction of hat looks good & operated as intended for me. I just ordered a second one. Very satisfied.

I was headed to the Caribbean and I needed a wide brim hat that could be crammed in a suit case. This hat worked great! I've only worn it a week, it was a 7 day cruise, but my head was kept cool and I don't have a sunburnt face/ears/neck. My head measured 23.4 inches. The XL is (usually) supposed to be 23.5 inches and up, but it fits me well. In fact, I originally thought it was a bit snug so I ordered the XXL after receiving this one. The XXL is way too large and I am seeing if they will take it back. After about 1 or 2 hours on my head, the XL fits perfect. I did not use the foam padding to make the hat more snug either... So I say it fits somewhat small compared to the usual size ranges. The had is not floppy, which is a good thing. The brim pops back into place with no issue. The top you have to stand back up, but it holds it's form after that. I had it in my suitcase, no issue. I had it on the counter and the kids kept putting their stuff on top and crushing it, no issue. I had it in a mild drizzle at one point, the brim kept me dry. I have not had it in a real rain yet though. I did have to re-tie the leather chin strap. The knot came out and the bead slipped off. Slipped the bead back on, re-tied it, works perfectly. The strap does easily hold the hat on without being too tight. It takes very little pressure to keep it in place. I was worried about that from other hats I have owned. I love the Khaki color and am very happy with this purchase. If my return of the XXL hat goes poorly or if I have issues in the rain with this one I will update the review. I do recommend this hat, especially since it comes in bigger sizes that can be hard to find.

This hat can vary in size a bit, so it's more try and see if it's perfect or not. Some run a little large, others, a bit smaller. Not extremes, just manufacturing tolerances, to be expected in any mass produced product. But these are quality hats no doubt, and very comfortable to wear. They are not featherweight hats, if that is what you prefer, just average, good quality hats that follow form and function, and deliver what they say. I will not swear to the protection in sun use, since I have not used mine in such a situation, except for short periods of time. Extended wearers in sun should seek advice elsewhere, but from what I've read and see in the quality of the hat, I would be surprised if it did not function well in the sun too, as specified. They have adequate ventilation, with a large area for the crown (top space of the head) and a generous brim to shield off any high or low sun rays that are often bothersome, along with the ventilation that is needed for many days in warmer weather (of if you are hiking hard at times and need the ventilation along with sun ray shielding), that I find comforting when I am in the bright outdoors, either coming and going with the clouds, or when needed to view through my binoculars in bright conditions. I doubt you would be sorry, unless your head size is a mis-match for the size offered. Otherwise, some headband foam can go a long way to fitting a too large hat for your head size, if needed, so larger is better than smaller. That foam is included with the Henschel hat company order directly from them, at no charge, but not often with other retailers on Amazon, nor Amazon Prime. Funny though that Henschel shipped their hat squashed (as folded) but in a hat box, which lead to a permanent defect, while Amazon sent theirs in a plastic bag with a hat form fully formed (not squashed), and that survived better. So pick your choice, but I would recommend Amazon over Henschel, from my experience. Nice hat though, and I like the somewhat camouflage exterior of the distressed gold-green as they call it. A nice muted and woodsy color, for sure in the choices offered.

This is a great hat, especially if you’re out in the sun a lot. I fish and this hat keeps the sun off, protects me from getting sunburn and open weave design let the cool air in. Not a hat for a rain storm because you’re definitely going to get wet through the open weave design, however, on the flip-side the large brim all the way around will keep your face dry.

If you look back in reviews you will find my past reviews of this hat. It's made in several flavors, both here and abroad. I have both. This is the foreign made one, and it has a slightly smaller brim. I believe 3 inch compared to 3 1/2. It's the same material, and oddly as it may seem I feel the quality is a bit better. My first one was bought at an airshow and I wore it daily for years. I watched it get stolen on live video and couldn't do anything about it. Next I bought the pricey American made one, and never liked it quite as much. The top of the hat just doesn't sit correctly in line with the rest of the hat, and the brim is a bit larger. Recently I decided to get a lighter colored one and purchased this. Ahh, my well loved hat is back in a different color. Happy camper. As far as crushproof goes I ha0ve tested the limits with my past ones, shoved into corners and behind headrests in hot trucks, smashed flat in a backpack. It always comes back to shape and without a wire in the brim I don't have to mess with it. With its mesh sides and solid top and generous brim it feels light and even in darker colors I feel cooler. It's one great hat. Unless you have a real need for the wider brim I think (my opinion) the 3 inch is better proportioned. Either way. It a good hat and you'll be happy.

Been wearing "similar" hats for a lot of years (~20), but of what I'd call now a cheaper variety. Probably have bought more than 10 of those, similar style hats. They're lighter weight, but i was pestered by the brim which would bend up/down in the breeze. This is a much stiffer brim, and as a result is also a bit heavier, though the weight was not a problem for me. The stiffness of the brim is key and really adds to the wearability. The strap is a bit shorter than I'd like, but I removed the knots where it enters the brim as well as moved the knot at the ends of the strap to be as low down as possible. I like to button the strap into my shirt so a wind from behind doesn't send it flying, and yet I can just throw it off the back of my head and the strap doesn't rest on my neck. Breeze moves well through the mesh, and on muggy days the sweat has not yet bled through the brim. Will be buying a 2nd to keep a bit more pristine for travel, etc. Have not tested the recovery from crushing, but will try to report back when I do. Packaging was a bit flimsy in a substantially crushed box with a bit of a crush on the hat, but it seems to have survived fine. This style hat was a godsend when I discovered it 20 yrs ago, and this is a very nice implementation of it! My head measured 22.875" and the Large stated it was for 23". It's fairly loose to my head, but stays put in the wind and is comfortable.

This is an AWESOME hat! Fit was true to the size guide, though I did get some hat tape in case it stretches a little or I need some adjustment. It came folded over, but recovered nicely. I likely will invest in a hat shaper for when it’s stored at home, so if anyone has any suggestions there I’d appreciate it! I like the wide brim, and frankly the price point was also very competitive. The ventilation provided by the huge number of air holes was critical to me, I used to always get a hot head!

Se ve bien. Demasiado elegante si es para estar en la alberca. No tiene el ala tan grande

… das geht hiermit wirklich gut. Und der Nacken verbrennt - anders als bei Basecaps - hier auch nicht.

El sombrero está hecho con materiales de calidad y el terminado es muy bueno. Tiene excelente presentación. Aunque lo he usado poco puedo decir que me protege muy bien del sol y la cabeza se mantiene fresca porque el aire circula por la malla que tiene. Muy a gusto con el sombrero, lo recomiendo.

Excelente calidad

Aún no lo uso porque me parece muy elegante y lo quería para uso diario, lo tendré que usar.