We often get requests to bash an Akubra hat, and we are happy to do so.  But the truth is, anyone can bash a hat.  It doesn’t take any fancy equipment.  Here are two popular ways:

The cowboy method:

Cowboys used to get their hats wet by wearing them in the rain or dunking them in a stream.  Once wet, they could bash the hat into the desired shape.  Then, like cowboy boots, they wore them until dry.  Drying it on the head not only kept it from shrinking, but helped it conform to the individual’s own head shape.

The steam method:

While we use a steamer, a tea kettle works just as well.  Run the part of the hat to be shaped over the steam for a few seconds.  The steam penetrates the felt, which allows you to work the hat into the shape that you want.  We give step by step instructions online for a number of bash styles at: Bashing Your Open Crown Akubra

Remember, an open crowned hat can always be reshaped.  And don’t worry about making the perfect bash.  Take a look at the hats worn by such icons as Howard Hughes and Al Capone  You’ll see ripples and dents where the hat was creased.  That isn’t a bash with flaws, but a hat with character.

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We are pleased to offer Filson’s new line of Women’s Clothing.  Filson’s women’s clothing offers rugged functional designs.  It is made with the highest quality classic Filson materials and offers a feminine fit and style. Women around the world will enjoy this top notch outdoor clothing that lives up to Filson’s motto: “Might as well have the best.”

Items include the Quilted Weekender and the Mackinaw Wool Vest for starters.

Filson’s Quilted Weekender jacket is made from 100% cotton canvas. It has a zippered front with straight collar and chin guard. The back has contoured seams for easy fit and the sleeves are finished with 1×1 rib knit cuffs. There are two front handwarmer pockets, one with a concealed zip closure security pocket, and an adjustable hem cord.

This vest is made from Filson’s pure new 26 oz. Mackinaw wool. It has a full button front closure. There are two handwarmer pockets on the front at the waist and above them two open pockets. The back has contoured seams and adjustable waist tabs for easy fit. The back length of a size medium is 24 inches. Dry clean only. Made in USA.

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