3X-5X-7X NOW 4X-6X-8X ??????

[tinmanzzz]

As best I can determine, there was a point that HATCO changed it's Quality scale from 3,5 & 7 to 4, 6, & 8X's.
First, does anyone know when this happened (earily 80's??)
Second, was there a drop in quality at that time?
If "Hatco" cares to chime in I would appreciate it.

 

[Lefty]

I don't know about 6 or 8x, but 4x has been around for a long time.
Check out the Think Tank thread for more on 4x.

 

[tinmanzzz]

OK, Let me rephrase the question

Does anyone know when they quit making 5X's???
One day there were 5X's and no 6X or 8X's, then the next day there was no 5X's but now 6X & 8X's
Does anyone know when this happened ????????

 

[HATCO]

I will find out as best as I can.

 

[HATCO]

There are still 5X hats

They are marketed to to Team Ropers.

Basically it is a thicker fur felt hat with extra stiffener in it as well as a comfort sweatband that will stick to your head better than a regular sweatband.