Men's Classic 8 Panel Wool Blend Newsboy Snap Brim Collection Hat

Finally!!! If you are looking for a genuine "Newspaper Boy's Cap," look no further! This gender-neutral hat does exactly what it is designed to do, and that is "Slouch!"During the 1920's-30's and 40's newspapers and radio news broadcasts were the only source of news. (Certainly during those years "Worrisome News" seemed the "main fare!"). As the men and women cascaded down busy intersections during the morning rush, hoping to beat their bosses to work, they would hear the cracking voices of the young newspaper boys, each challenging the passers-by to stop issuing the call, "Read all about it! Churchill Remains Defiant During London Blitz!" Each of these boys wore caps that had eight panels that met at the crown, being held by a button. With the large beret slouched completely forward so as to nearly cover their hats' beaks, or slid to the side nearly touching either ear, or pitched toward the back, the cap's beak pointing toward the clouds, these newspaper boys proudly introduced themselves without saying a word to those chilled hands that offered a coin in exchange for the news of the day. The boys' cries never ceased. But they were known as being "cocksure," "jaunty", "a swell kid" (!) and "determined! Prob'ly supportin' his fam'ly!" -- all as determined by the unique manner of each boy's "slouch" and how he broke-in the beak (brim) of his cap.There was a day -- not too long distant -- when hat sizes handily matched our shoe sizes. (How? I've no idea, save to say it worked!) I am 5'5" in height and weigh 110 lbs. I am a gal who has loved hats all of her life. Shoe size? Seven. Hat size? Seven. The newspaper boy's hat that you have just found is advertised as being for men; it is not. Ladies -- have at it! I ordered a medium; the fit is perfect, and your look -- as you choose to design it -- will be compelling! Gentlemen? This hat is as unique as are you, so let your "inner kid" come out long enough to play with the "slouch" and the "beak" ... er... "brim." Give us some attitude! Incidentally, the cap is wonderfully comfortable! Strangers will stop you, questioning from where did get "That Great Cap!" That's a promise!I appreciate your time. Be well. --Vibby--

This newsboy cap fits well. I normaly wear a 7,1/4 size. The hat fits well and would probably fit someone with a 7,3/8 equally well. The advertisement states 'wool blend' for plaid hats and 100 per cent wool for solids. My hat is a plaid pattern and is marked "100 % wool" inside ! And it feels to be 100% wool too ! The hat is well made with a lining through out. It seems to have padding inside the lining. This hat easily compares with an Irish made hat sells for fifty dollars or more. I highly recommend it !

This is my second Epoch hat. I suspect that it will not be my last. There was nothing wrong with the first one, I just wanted a second one in brown (first is gray). This hat feels well made. It fits as expected. I am a 7 5/8 and the XL fits perfectly. Stitching is well done, and the liner is a lightly quilted satin. All in all, quite a bargain. Mine was just under $18. Which is a small price to pay to look like a million bucks...

I love this hat. I wish I could get one in every color. I also gifted the hat to my father and husband. Both men absolutely loved them and looked great.

Just what I'd hoped for. This is my second such Epoch hat in another color. Both are my go-too caps for cooler days. Worth more than their price. A year or so ago, I bought another brand of a brown herringbone newsboy cap that coincidentally was constructed of the same identical nice fabric, but it was sewn in a way that the front visor was slanted upward like a raised eyebrow and made it look comical. When I realized that my dark blue-gray Epoch hat was a favorite, I logged into Amazon to see if they had it in brown. Lucky me. I'd go with this brand if I ever want another.

I bought the smaller of the sizes and it fits perfectly. I usually wear a 7 to 7-1/8. It has the perfect loft and shape that I was looking for, as I’m not a fan of the very flat Boston style hats. I ordered several because the fit is perfect and the price is also great

The hat fits very well. My hat size is 7 1/4 so a large fit perfectly. Craftsmanship top notch. I've been looking for a hat kust like this one for a long time, and what do ya know i found it on Amazon. I had a hat exactly like this one when i was a kid. Wore it every day for years and lost it. Well found it here! Thanks Epoch for having such a great hat at a very affordable price. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a hat in this style. I was so impressed I bought one more!!!!!!

Awesome hat. I couldn't find s size chart on the seller's page so I took a chance and ordered the medium. Fits like a glove!The hat is remarkably well made for the price. Would I order another? Absolutely; and I probably will. The herringbone I ordered goes with pretty much everything but I have my eye on the brown too.

Great looking hat and appears to be well made . I've only had the hat for a short time so I can't say how reliable it is but the construction of the hat is trim and strong . I would definitely recommend this hat to anyone who appreciates "newsboy" style . As usual delivery and packaging was excellent !Best newsboy

Great quality hat. It fits nicely on a bad hair day!!

Muy buena calidad la talla corresponde las medidas universales

Excelente calidad

Fue un regalo a mi papa y lo amooo