The most ideal Western hats are made from fur felt crafted from pure beaver. Felt hats prove capable of protecting the wear from wind, rain and snow, ... Ariat Natural Palm Tophand Hat Ariat. Ariat ...

In 1973 a 10X-rated fur felt Resistol cowboy hat would’ve run you about $125 (the equivalent of $820 in today’s dollars), and a basic Maxi-felt model from American Hat Company could be had for ...

Chris Christmas, a fourth-generation Black cowboy with Native American roots, considers the cowboy hat to be an indispensable part of his heritage. “I think I was born with a cowboy hat,” said ...

In response to the popularity of the hats, Felt Boutique has posted a job opening for a "hat brander and stylist." The boutique is located at 339 E. Main St. in Fredericksburg, and is open every day.