Yes that is what I had read regarding the hemp running big, some online retailers even suggest sizing down on the hemps. In my (limited) experience the hemp fits the same as the shantung.
My only non-straw is a vintage stetson which seems to fit about the same as the new straws.
Hello all - some help with sizing is much appreciated.
I recently purchased a Hemp Open Road in 7 3/8 (it was a little tight and I didn't love the floppy brim) so I then got a 10x (Shantung) Open Road in both 7 3/8 and 7 1/2 to try.
The 7 1/2 is very loose (the sweatband of the hat doesn't...
Hello All - new here so not sure if I should post a question in a new thread of if here is better.
Even though it's snowing here in SW Ohio I have been thinking of summer hats! Decided on an Open Road and pulled the trigger on a Hemp, but I am not pleased with the brim. As you can kinda see...
Hi James,
I know it's been a few years since you posted, but I am looking for the same thing you were, smaller proportioned western summer hat. I also like the Open Road but prefer a more western brim, as you were looking for. Did you find a solution? What did you end up going with?
Thanks!
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