What's so Special about Palm Leaf Hats?

They're tough - rain or shine:

Sewn-braid palm leaf hats are about the toughest hats you'll find.  The overlapping layers of palm braid form an almost impenetrable sun block.  And when they get wet, the stiffen & keep their shape - making them great in the rain ...or the river! 

 You can wet 'em & shape 'em:

They are easily reshaped, too, with plain water - no steam is required.  You can use a spray bottle, hold it under the faucet, or dip it in a bucket!  The can be easily shaped by hand.

 

You can crush 'em & pop them back out to shape:

A horse can step on one & if the hoof doesn't cut completely through, you can pop it back out & keep wearing it. 

 

Mexican Fine Palms:

Approx. 14-16 strands of braid per inch, giving the hats a tight weave & fine appearance. Pressed in heated molds.  Hard to reshape crown.  Water will wash out the stiffener & leave the hat with a rougher & darker appearance, but still very functional.