Mar 11, 2015 · Comparing the two hats. The Cattleman has better sun protection with the flat brim. The Cattleman has a larger crown, It can sit lower on your head then the Snowy River. I …

Oct 10, 2008 · The moonstone color is really a great color IMHO, and I am watching Akubra prices for a chance to get a moonstone Fed Deluxe IV. The Akubras are very nice hats. Oct …

Jan 12, 2013 · Hi Brian. If you search the Akubra overload thread you will find a wealth of information. Akubra uses two grades of felt. Imperial is the lower of the two. That having been …

Feb 6, 2013 · Akubra have traditionally made street hats, e.g. fedoras, trilbies. "Western" style hats started in the late 70's (at least that is when I first noticed them). I use the factors I listed …

Oct 10, 2008 · A new Traveller in Sand arrived last week, my first Akubra purchase since 2011, so figure it's a good time for my first post here in nearly as long. Took it on a trip to a rainy …

Jun 10, 2005 · Akubra hats are a bit cheaper at www.everythingaustralian.com.au than they are at Hats Direct - shipping is also a little cheaper. I can't say for sure what their customer service is …

Feb 8, 2009 · At long last, my Akubra Capricorn straw hat has arrived from Australia. Since there have been many inquiries about this hat on the Lounge, I thought I might add my $.02. I …

Dec 22, 2005 · I have not heard much about the Akubra Lightning Ridge and I have one that is a few months old. Recently I started wearing it and it seems to be a great lightweight, durable …

Mar 7, 2012 · So I'm thinking its time to buy myself a proper hat. I wear hats often as I have little hair left on my head (I'm 30, genetics!), but mostly just beanies or Tilleys. I'm quite taken with …

Feb 23, 2011 · All other Akubra Cattleman hats that I've looked at from Australian vendors are unlined and just the 3 vent holes in a straight row. Is the U.S. version an older style, …