We Are American Hat Makers

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50 Year Craftsman Guarantee

All our hats come with a lifetime warranty. What this means is that even if you bought a hat 50 years ago and it starts unraveling, we'll fix it or replace it, free of charge.

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Family Business

Second generation USA owned and operated. This company started as a family business, and has continued to stay a family business even through today

A man wearing a brown cowboy hat, brown leather vest, red and white plaid shirt, and blue jeans standing in a rustic western-themed room with shelves of cowboy hats behind him.

Been Here Since 1972

We work hard every day to continue to be the best hat makers in America. Though we are steeped in tradition, we embrace modern practices to deliver hats of the highest quality.

Our Hats Have Been Seen On

  • Top Grade Materials - Manufactured to the highest standard, our materials are put through rigorous testing to ensure their quality and then expertly crafted into one of our timeless designs. Our leather is supple, our felt is durable, and our straw tightly woven. 
  • Hats That Hold Their Shape - All American Hat Makers hats are guaranteed to hold their shape, and will not stretch or shrink with everyday wear. This mens leather cowboy hat can be restored even if it gets warped. Purchasing our lifetime refurbishment at checkout will guarantee that if your hat is accidentally damaged you can send it back to us for a painless and timely repair.
  • They Fit! - Our hats fit! It sounds simple enough but with so many shapes and sizes of heads out there it can be a challenge. To overcome this obstacle we’ve designed several fit adjustment systems, all of which remain hidden behind the sweatband to keep your hat looking sharp from all angles. Check out more here.

Every one of our hats come with a 50 year guarantee. That means that if your hat fails in any way to meet your standards due to our craftsmanship then we’ll repair or replace your hat free of charge. So if your hat starts unraveling in 50 years, we’ll take it back and make it right.

Call us anytime! We don’t want to hide behind our website. We’re real people with a deep love and understanding for all of our hats; so any questions you have we’ll be ready to answer them. Need help picking out a hat? We can do that too! Not only can we help you with any questions or concerns you’re having, we can also help you find the perfect hat for your face shape and lifestyle.

We’re available 9am-5pm PST - give us a call at 831-722-3324.

We dislike returns just as much as the next person, so we’ve vowed to ALWAYS make returns and exchanges painless. If you don’t like your hat, if it doesn’t fit, or you want a different one - we’ll help you. Read our full return and exchange policy here.

Click here to make a return.

Size Guide

Hats & headwear · inches & centimeters

Standard Sizing

Head measurement in inches and centimeters, with equivalent hat size.

Size IN CM HAT
OS One Size Fits Most
XS 20″ – 20⅞″ 52 – 53 cm
SM 21″ – 21⅞″ 54 – 55 cm 6⅞
MD 22″ – 22¾″ 56 – 57 cm 7⅛
LG 22⅞″ – 23½″ 58 – 59 cm 7⅜
XL 23⅝″ – 24¼″ 60 – 61 cm 7⅝
2X 24⅜″ – 24⅞″ 62 – 63 cm 7⅞
3X 25″ – 25⅝″ 64 – 65 cm 8⅛

Flexfit Sizing

Size Head · in Head · cm
S/M 22⅛″ – 22¾″ 55 – 57 cm
L/XL 22⅞″ – 23⅝″ 58 – 60 cm

How To Measure Your Head

1

Grab a soft measuring tape or a piece of string (like twine or a shoelace) and a ruler or measuring tool

2

Wrap a soft tape or string around your head to measure about 1/4 to 1/2 inch above your ear and about 3/4 to an 1" inch above your brow line (see image).

Mark the tape or your string, where it intersects, with your finger.

3

Record your measurement in inches or centimeters (centimeters is often more accurate).

If you're using a string, run it along side the ruler as many times as necessary to get a complete measurement

4

MEASURE AGAIN!

Always measure more than once until you get the same number twice

5

Find your size in the chart for the perfect fit

Reviews

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 13 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 11 Total 4 star reviews: 2 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
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WeightRated 1.8 on a scale of 1 to 5
ComfortRated 4.5 on a scale of 1 to 5
CraftsmanshipRated 4.8 on a scale of 1 to 5
FitRated 3.2 on a scale of 1 to 5
Customers Talked About
13 reviews
  • WC
    Wayne C.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased: LG
    Fit: Perfect
    Face Type: Heart Shaped
    Head Shape: Long Oval
    How many AHM hats do you own? This is my 2nd
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Summer Walking Hat

    This hat is light and comfortable, really nice choice for summer time. The spacers provided act as sweat bands and the fit is just right. I like that it is a medium firm straw and of course, safari styled.

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    American Hat Makers
    1 month ago

    Glad to hear the hat is working well for summer—lightweight, comfortable, and a good fit is exactly what we aim for. Also great to hear the spacers are helping you get that right feel.

    Thanks again for the thoughtful feedback!

  • MB Profile picture for Matt B.
    Matt B.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased: LG
    Fit: Perfect
    Face Type: Round, Long
    Head Shape: Long Oval
    How many AHM hats do you own? This is my 2nd
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Great hat

    I was a bit apprehensive at first having no real experience with a Toyo straw hat. I was concerned about resilience. What I found in this hat is a very nice hat. It is soft and flexible, it conforms to the head perfectly from the first time worn. It is light and airily, very comfortable in the sun and the heat. I liked this hat enough, I decided to order another Toyo straw hat from American Hats. I am still wondering about life span of the hat but at the price point, I am less concerned than if were hundreds spent on a wool or panama or palm straw hat. This paper Toyo straw is new one for me but I still expect this hat to give me some years before needing replacement.

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    American Hat Makers
    1 month ago

    We’re glad to hear the Toyo straw hat exceeded your expectations in comfort, fit, and wearability, especially in sun and heat. It’s also great to hear it made a strong enough impression that you ordered another one.

    We understand your thoughts on longevity as well, and we appreciate you giving this material a try and trusting it at the price point. Thanks again for your support and detailed feedback!

  • CL
    Craig L.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    How to fashionably avoid the sun!!

    Just what I was looking for to avoid the sun, and your time and extra information shared with me made my experience memorable, and if I am needing more hats, I will deal with you

    Thanks

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    American Hat Makers
    3 years ago

    Thank you, Craig! We hope to see you soon. :)

  • EG Profile picture for Elaine G.
    Elaine G.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 years ago
    Love my hat!

    The fit is perfect! It will be great for my Italy trip!!

    AH Profile picture for American Hat Makers
    American Hat Makers
    3 years ago

    It looks perfect on you, Elaine! Enjoy your trip with this lovely hat. :)

  • WN
    William N.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased: LG
    Fit: Perfect
    Face Type: Round
    Head Shape: Round Oval
    How many AHM hats do you own? This is my 1st
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 days ago
    Perfect summer hat

    This is a perfect summer hat that fits well and offers plenty of shade. Not too dressy, not too plain. I love this hat.

  • RH
    Roger H.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased: XL
    Fit: Perfect
    Face Type: Square
    Head Shape: Round Oval
    How many AHM hats do you own? This is my 1st
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    4 days ago
    Nice Hat

    I received my hat quickly and it fit well. I purchased it as an extra shade for my head as I mowed grass and worked outside. The reason I only gave it 4 stars is because I was disappointed to see the made in China tag inside the hat. It's just that after reading your website I was under the impression that this hat would be made in the U.S. But I suppose the way things work in this day and age that was naive and foolish of me.

    Anyway, with all of that being said, it's a good hat that I will put to good use.

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    American Hat Makers
    Yesterday

    Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback. We're glad to hear that your hat arrived quickly, fits well, and is helping provide the extra shade and protection you need while working outdoors.

    We also appreciate you sharing your thoughts about the country of origin. We understand how important this can be when choosing a product. American Hat Makers has over 50 years of American heritage, and while we design all of our hats, many of our styles are manufactured by trusted partners outside the United States. Some of our heritage leather and mesh hats are designed and assembled here in the U.S.

    We apologize for any confusion and appreciate your feedback. We're grateful that you chose our hat and hope it continues to serve you well while you're out working in the sun.

  • TH
    Todd H.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased: XL
    Fit: Perfect
    Face Type: Round
    Head Shape: Long Oval
    How many AHM hats do you own? This is my 1st
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Great summer hat

    I appreciate the hat quality construction and design. I like purchasing a hat made in America. My one request- increase the crown height proportional to the circumference. I have a huge head- circumference and height. The XL is perfect in circumference but the 3.5 in crown sits on my crown- Would be perfect if just a little taller- then it would be baller.

  • W
    Wade
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Size Purchased: LG
    Fit: Perfect
    Face Type: Square
    Head Shape: Round Oval
    How many AHM hats do you own? This is my 2nd, This is my 1st
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Soft and real straw

    I sent another straw hat that was stiff with lacquer. This one is way more natural and authentic looking for my use. I am enjoying it!

  • CB
    Chris B.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Great quality and great fit.

    It fits perfectly with a small adjustment. I needed a hat to shade my whole face but not be too large for my head. I’m average height and build. This was the best choice for me.

  • HA
    Holden A.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Paulo Hat Review

    The Paulo hat immediately caught my eye. It’s going to be the perfect new beach hat for me to enjoy throughout the years. The selection of hats offered and the quality of the one I purchased are both impressive. I will be purchasing more. Thanks!