Best Hat Bands for a Custom Western Look
A great hat band tells the world who you are before you say a word. From full-grain leather to beaded and tooled designs, find the band that fits y...
Field Notes
Field Notes
Guides to western wear, cowboy hats and Nashville, written from the shop at Marathon Village.
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How to Pin a Feather to a Cowboy Hat the Right Way
Pinning a feather to your cowboy hat is an art that separates the real from the pretenders. Get the techniques, tools, and know-how to wear it with...
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Stetson Hat History and What It Still Means Today
The Stetson is more than a hat. For nearly 160 years it has stood as the defining symbol of American western culture, built to work, built to last,...
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Wool Felt Cowboy Hats: Why They're Worth Every Dollar
A wool felt cowboy hat isn't fashion, it's equipment. Built to handle the ranch, the rodeo, and everything in between, a quality felt hat earns its...
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How to Block a Cowboy Hat the Right Way
A cowboy hat holds your identity as much as it holds its shape. Learn the proper blocking techniques to bring a tired, worn hat back to its best form.
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Bangora vs Shantung Straw Hats: Which Is Right for You
Not all straw is created equal. Learn the real differences between bangora and shantung so you can pick the hat that holds up to your life, your cl...
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Best Cowboy Hats for Hot Southern Summers
When Tennessee heat is bearing down and the rodeo season is in full swing, the right cowboy hat is survival gear. Find the best straw and western s...
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How to Measure Your Head for a Cowboy Hat That Actually Fits
A cowboy hat that sits wrong won't make it past midnight. Learn how to measure your head the right way and find the fit that belongs to you.
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5X Cowboy Hat Explained: Quality, Beaver Fur, and Why It Matters
What does 5X mean on a cowboy hat? How X ratings work, why a 5X from one maker isn't a 5X from another, and how to judge wool and fur felt before y...
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Best Cowboy Hats Under $100: Felt, Straw, and Real Western Style
A good cowboy hat does not have to cost a fortune. From felt workhorses built for ranch life to straw hats made for Nashville nights, these are the...
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How to Reshape a Cowboy Hat at Home: Felt, Steam, and the Right
A good cowboy hat molds to you over time, but sometimes it needs a little coaxing back into shape. Learn the steam method and felt basics to restor...
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What Your Hat Crease Style Says About Where You're From
From the Cattleman to the Gus, the Open Road and the Telescope, here's what each cowboy hat crease looks like, where you'll see it, and how to pick...
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