Looking for a inexpensive straw hat

[panama jack]

Hello everyone,
I know everyone here usually talks about their high grade Montecristi Panama's but I'm looking for a inexpensive straw hat to take with me on a trip to the St. Martin next month.
I was looking at a Stetson Retro. Does anyone have this hat and if so what do you think of it.
Any other suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks for your help.
Panama Jack

 

[HatFan]

VHS

Check this one out...I bought one and have been very happy with it. They have many other styles/prices at the same site:

http://www.villagehatshop.com/safari_grade_8_panama.html

Some other options:

http://www.villagehatshop.com/ccrown_grade8_panama_fedora.html


http://www.villagehatshop.com/mens_straw.html

 

[panama jack]

HatFan,
Nice looking hat but unfortunately they only have a large and I need a XL, (7 1/2)

 

[Doctor Strange]

I have no first-hand experience with it, but the Stetson Retro looks very nice. You'll find good prices and free shipping on Stetsons, including a bunch of straws, here:

http://www.qualityhats.com/

My current straw is a Stetson Napa from Miller Hats:

http://www.millerhats.com/stetsondress_straw/stetdresstraw2.htm

 

[jpbales]

welcome

i got my panama from here: http://www.panamas.biz/
they have a pretty wide selection of qualities to choose from. Good luck!

 

[panama jack]

i got my panama from here: http://www.panamas.biz/
they have a pretty wide selection of qualities to choose from. Good luck!

I've tried going to that website but it won't open up.

 

[Mike K.]

I ordered one of the Panamas from Village Hat Shop and promptly returned it. The hat itself wasn't too bad, but the hat band looked like it was gnawed by a rat.

For an inexpensive alternative (with a few style options), I highly recommend the Panama Hat Company in St. Augustine, Florida.

http://www.perfectpanamas.com/store.php

 

[panama jack]

Thank you

Everyone,
Thank you for your help. I just went out to a local hat shop and tried on the Stetson Retro. It was the perfect style a proportion for me. Any larger brim than this hat has (2 1/2 ") just didn't look right on me.
This will give me a good idea what to look for when I decide to invest my money in a good Montecristi.

Thanks again for your help.

Panama Jack.

 

[HatFan]

HatFan,
Nice looking hat but unfortunately they only have a large and I need a XL, (7 1/2)

It looks like you already found a hat, but I got a 7 3/8 in the style I gave you the link for. perhaps you might just have had to call them.

Good luck with the new Stetson! Post a pic if you get a chance.

 

[carter]

I have a Stetson Retro. Not a bad hat for the money. A cut above most retail straws.

 

[panama jack]

I have a Stetson Retro. Not a bad hat for the money. A cut above most retail straws.

It looks like a fun hat. Not expensive so I don't have to worry about it. Perfect for the beach. Hopefully I can order a nice Montecristi soon.

 

[Colby Jack]

C'mon Carter...Let's see a pic of you in the Retro!:eusa_clap

 

[Dixon Cannon]

This might be worth considering...

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/,1225X_Stetson-Mustang-Straw-Hat-For-Men-and-Women.html?cm_mmc=PaidPlacement-_-Shopping-_-WSHOP8-_-Stetson_Mustang_Straw_Hat_-_(For_Men_and_Women)

-dixon cannon

 

[Panamabob]

I'm sorry if our site isn't opening. We've had nothing but ill fortune since moving down to Ecuador. I'm hoping for an upswing, but who knows?

 

[Rick Blaine]

http://panamas.biz/ loads great for me.

 

[RBH]

http://panamas.biz/ loads great for me.

Me too!!!

 

[carter]

C'mon Carter...Let's see a pic of you in the Retro!:eusa_clap

Here's a pic of the Retro. Seems to have lost my head. [huh]

$49.00 from Aaron Hats but they only have Small and XL sizes listed on their website.

 

[panama jack]

The actual color of the hat isn't as white as shown in the posted picture. I personally think it looks much better in person.

 

[carter]

The actual color of the hat isn't as white as shown in the posted picture. I personally think it looks much better in person.

True. I'd like a wider ribbon if one was available.

 

[Colby Jack]

Well I tried Carter...lol :eusa_clap