TIN CLOTH SOU'WESTER HAT WS24 Pulled from the archives

Pulled from the archives

and resists odors

It’s made of lambswool from a sheep’s first shearing

While never intended to be a life preserver at sea

This lighter-weight variation of our iconic zippered tote is built to withstand the rigors of rugged use for years of service

TIN CLOTH SOU'WESTER HAT WS24 Pulled from the archivesThe Souwester Hat is a piece of maritime history originally employed by 19th century sailors and fishermen for rough weather at sea. The distinctive brim shape kept rain and spray out of their eyes and could be turned up for unimpaired vision, while the back extended down over the collars of their oilskins to keep water from running down their neck. This functional design eliminated the need for a hood, which impairs peripheral vision. The Filson