Felt Hats

Choosing a Felt Cowboy Hat

Felt is the cold-weather and dress hat. Wool felt costs less. Fur felt is lighter, holds its crease longer and sheds rain better. A higher X means finer fur within one maker's line, so compare X only inside a brand.

Felt Hat FAQ

Wool or fur felt for a first hat?

Wool is the budget pick for occasional wear. If the hat will see rain, sweat and daily use, step up to fur felt; it keeps its shape and handles water better.

What if I'm between hat sizes?

Go up a size and add sizing tape behind the sweatband. A hat that is too tight gives you a headache; one a little loose can be snugged up. Use our cowboy hat size chart.

When do I switch from felt to straw?

The old rule is felt from Labor Day to Memorial Day. Many hands wear felt until summer highs pass the mid-80s, then change to a straw cowboy hat.

Can I get my felt hat shaped?

Yes. Pick a crease from our hat shaping guide and bring it to our store at 3000 W 3rd St, Elk City, open Monday to Friday 8 to 6 and Saturday 10 to 5. Bands and feathers are in hat accessories.