The History of the Cowboy Hat
If there is one piece of Western wear that has become the ultimate symbol of the American Cowboy, it’s the cowboy hat. Like all Western wear, hats were made to be as tough as the trail and started off as accessories purchased based purely on function rather than fashion. A hat provided shade, protection from the elements, and warmth for the wearer, but could also be used to fan a fire, as a vessel for drinking water, or waved from horseback to catch the attention of a fellow rider in the distance. There were as many styles of cowboy hats as there were people wearing cowboy hats.
The Comprehensive History of the Cowboy Hat
Texas Historical Foundation - On this day in 1865, John B. Stetson designed what is widely regarded as the first cowboy hat. The Stetson 'Boss of the Plains' was an iconic hat
6 Common Cowboy Hat Shapes & Styles (With History) Cowboy hat design, Cowboy hat styles, Hats for men
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The History Of The Cowboy Hat - Bernard Hats
The History of the Cowboy Hat
A Brief History Of Cowboy Hats - WorldAtlas
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Mastering Cowboy Hat Etiquette: Tips for Proper Wear in Texas and Beyond
The history of the iconic American cowboy hat
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The History of Stetson Hats - Penners
The Cowboy Hat Book by William Reynolds and Ritch Rand (2003, Trade Paperback, Revised edition) for sale online
