StetsonMen's Panama

It’s not the best or the worst but it’s a decent panama hat in this price range. Dimensionally this hat is nearly perfect. It has the best combination of brim size, peak height pinch shape. Etc. it just looks good.It has the correct Ecuador stamp inside the crown. It’s worth noting that all true Panama hats are made in Ecuador. Apparently these hats are made in Ecuador, but finished in Mexico. That’s OK too. The weave and stitching is decent, but not the highest quality.All in all, it’s a nice quality panama hat that looks sharp.

Style and grace

This is my first 'real' straw hat so I wasn't 100% sure what to expect. I have a paper straw hat from Pineapple & Star and, obviously, this is a whole different experience. The weave seems good, I don't see any gaps or voids in the pattern, and the crown and brim are pretty stiff. I guess this is a problem for some but I find it keeps its shape better than the floppier paper straw.The sizing is just about right. I wear a 7 1/8 hat and the medium is supposed to go up to 7 1/8. I feel it could be just that little bit tighter but it fits snugly enough that it does not slip when I shake my head side to side. I think the color is perfect and exactly what I wanted from a "natural" straw hat.It arrived quickly in a box that was perfectly sized for the hat but it does not come with a storage box. The brim was flipped up for shipping but the front snapped right into place. It seemed a little dry when it arrived so I took a nice hot shower with the hat sitting on the crown in the bathroom and now it feels more supple and doesn't creak when I flex the brim.Last note: the ad says Made in Mexico and it even has the Made in Mexico sticker, however inside the top of the crown it is stamped "Panama Hat, Made In Ecuador". This leads me to believe it is is actually woven in Ecuador but then shipped to Mexico to have the sweat band, label, and grosgrain ribbon added before being sent on to US distributors and retailers.If it were $20 cheaper, this would be a 5-star hat in my opinion.

This hat is of nice quality (Grade 8), and it fits perfectly according to the size I ordered and expected. My only comment is to be mindful of its shaping: It could be a bit too large in the overall rise and the length for some body types, though this is certainly dependent on taste. The rise is a reasonable 11.5 cms, however, it is not tapered in the front or rear, so it appears to be taller on your head than other designs, similar to a western-style hat. Please also note that the brim is a generous 33.5 cms (front to back) and 30.5 cms (side to side). The added sun cover may be a plus, but be mindful of how large a fashion topper you want when considering this design. I wear it both casually, and with business attire. All told, I continue to get compliments on it, and I'm very happy with my purchase.

Quality: less than expected of StetsonAppearance: beat up before boxing, looks like someone sat on it.Assessment: Disappointing

I wear this hat when visiting Mexico. The straw construction is super cool and the hat is feather light. I own three other Stetson hats and the quality and fit is perfect for me.

The hat looks good, but feels cheap, like plastic.

Love this hat. Seems hard to find a Panama that doesn't have a down-turned brim. I like this one a lot. Well made and half the cost of my similar hats.

Great Quality. Good looking. Famous brand. Good buy