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Title: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: bloomer on November 04, 2013, 02:01:41 pm
I want what i can best describe as a waterproof cowboy hat


i want a stiff brim as i wear glasses and in wet weather it drives me nuts keeping them dry, I have looked in outdoor type shops to no luck.


anyone any suggestions where i might look for one?
 
I have definitely seen such items on peoples heads but can't find one in the shops...



Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: Bionic on November 04, 2013, 02:06:56 pm
You tend to see that sort of thing at the agri shows. Alternatively you could buy some windscreen wipers for your glasses  ;D
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: tizaala on November 04, 2013, 03:13:43 pm
Gabi is modeling our waterproof headgear , I got this from our feed merchants 3 years ago , brilliant in the cold and wet.
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: happygolucky on November 04, 2013, 03:38:07 pm
I was looking for something like that last  year and I ended up with a waxed cap like Gabi with the deer stalker flaps, that way I can keep mine on with my hood up, it works better for me as just a waterproof hood falls over my eyes but the peak on a cap keeps it like a gutter and away from my eyes, the only ways I saw was the Barbour ones that are often sold at country fares...I was actually shocked that for some reason, womens/Ladies, water proof hats are not that functional yet we (usually) have much  more elaborate hair do's to keep tidy!! I bought one from Tesco but this year another from some chain store, like I said, I was looking as well!!  Try shooting gear too!   
http://www.countryattire.com/our-brands/barbour/barbour-unisex-leather-bushman-hat-brown-mha0006br51-h200.html (http://www.countryattire.com/our-brands/barbour/barbour-unisex-leather-bushman-hat-brown-mha0006br51-h200.html)
Like this :_ 
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: lachlanandmarcus on November 04, 2013, 03:48:32 pm
like this one?

http://www.hatsandcaps.co.uk/Jaxon-Hats-Oilcloth-Aussie-P147251/?gclid=CKzpi7K9y7oCFSbHtAodKVQAnA (http://www.hatsandcaps.co.uk/Jaxon-Hats-Oilcloth-Aussie-P147251/?gclid=CKzpi7K9y7oCFSbHtAodKVQAnA)
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: bloomer on November 04, 2013, 03:52:35 pm
that looks like a possible thank you
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: Sudanpan on November 04, 2013, 03:56:29 pm
I got my wide brimmed waterproof hat from our local Cornwall Farmers store in Penzance. I don't have a picture of it but it has a stiff, 5 inch-ish level brim all the way round. I think it might be a fishing type hat as it has a feather in the hat band.
It cost £19.99
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: Bramblecot on November 04, 2013, 04:03:01 pm
Speak to Mr Roger Snook of Snooks Outfitters, West Street, Bridport, Dorset.  He can source you a hat from anywhere in the world; it's a brilliant shop :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: happygolucky on November 04, 2013, 04:03:44 pm
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BUSHMAN-NAMIB-LEATHER-HAT-country-hat-BUSH-HAT-tough-rugged-CLEARING-LOT-1-S-/141105289076 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BUSHMAN-NAMIB-LEATHER-HAT-country-hat-BUSH-HAT-tough-rugged-CLEARING-LOT-1-S-/141105289076)
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: john and helen on November 04, 2013, 04:44:56 pm
tilly hat.. guaranteed for life, my mate has had 3 off them after buying the 1st, they have never quibbled about replacing them...he wrecks his when kayak fishing  ;D   
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: shygirl on November 04, 2013, 04:50:27 pm
I have a brown cowboy style one, by drizabone. It's actually waxed but holds its shape even after scrunching it up to stuff in my pocket. Iv had it 10 yrs and its still really ace, very comfy and fits well so doesn't fly off in wind too much.
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: doganjo on November 04, 2013, 07:21:08 pm
That ebay one that Sandy linked looks good - but get the waxed one.
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: bloomer on November 04, 2013, 07:24:54 pm
yup am looking at them all currently


thank you every one
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: Mammyshaz on November 04, 2013, 07:26:37 pm
Another vote for waxed Tilly here too  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: happygolucky on November 04, 2013, 07:35:36 pm
Is it too long until Christmas? 
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: chrismahon on November 05, 2013, 03:33:48 am
I bought a leather hat as you describe Bloomer. It was from an agricultural show from a stall selling hats made by 'The Australian Bush Hat Co.' (label inside says 'International Hat Co.'). Needed a lot of leather treatment to get it waterproof but was only £20. Has some loops inside so you could fit a neck string. But mine is a snug fit and hasn't blown off yet. Worth spending a lot of time trying them for fit. The salesman said they do shrink slightly when they get wet and dry out. They do, but only very very slightly, like just a few mm.
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: hughesy on November 05, 2013, 08:16:39 am
Trouble with waxed hats is they don't stay waterproof unless you keep treating them. And a cold wet waxed hat is the most unpleasant thing in the world if you have to put it back on your head wet. People with a decent covering of hair might not have experienced this though.
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: happygolucky on November 05, 2013, 08:24:08 am
I know I am repeating myself but we must have gone into every hat department in Stirling and the only sensible waterproof hats were in the men's section.....
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: doganjo on November 05, 2013, 09:49:40 am
Trouble with waxed hats is they don't stay waterproof unless you keep treating them. And a cold wet waxed hat is the most unpleasant thing in the world if you have to put it back on your head wet. People with a decent covering of hair might not have experienced this though.
But they don't need it often and it's easy to do.  I do my working jacket regularly and it's 16 years old!
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: bloomer on November 05, 2013, 10:27:37 am
I got one thanks


the big agri merchants in stirling (which i'd never been in before) had some SO I am happy now


I also liked the agri merchant, I can see me going in there again for work stuff!!!


Decent work clothing at a reasonable price, it was my idea of heaven on earth!!!
Title: Re: wide brimmed waterproof hat
Post by: nicandem on November 08, 2013, 08:52:35 pm
plus one for tilley hats... the 'outback' is a dry soft wax cotton version and its excellent.