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- MEN’S ATLANTIC GAMBLER WIDE BRIM PANAMA STRAW – Shantung panama straw gambler in bleached natural panama straw is a great choice for medium to large bodied gentlemen or any guy who likes a wide full brim straw hat. A great choice for spring, summer or anyplace tropical.
- WIDE 3″ BRIM – This brim is considered wide (3″) and has a deep pencil curl which turns up around the edges. Quality straw hats are made using steam and flanges at very high temperatures so they will keep their shape.
- TEFLON COATED SHANTUNG PANAMA STRAW – Shantung panama is durable (Will Not Crack) and Water Resistant (Holds its Shape). Shantung panama is less sensitive to water than other kinds of panama and holds up well in the weather. Still, you should try to avoid getting it completely soaked. If it does get drenched in the rain, turn the sweat and inside out and allow it to dry evenly.
- COTTON INTERIOR SWEAT BAND – Soft, woven cotton internal band wicks Sweat and Keeps You Cool. Over Time, the Cotton Sweat Band will Self-Conform to your Unique Head Size. Unlined for Maximum Breathability.
- LEVINE HAT BOX INCLUDED – Ships in double box, guaranteed crush proof. Use to store your hat over winter. Levine Hats has been in business over 100 years and we know more about hats than anyone. Our exclusive hat lines are top quality, made in USA and they all last a lifetime with care. If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase you may return for a full refund.
The Levine Atlantic Gambler is a 5 BU 1×1 weave Shantung Panama Straw Gambler with 3-inch deep curl brim. It is a highly fashionable style, such as the hats popularized by Gamblers and Card Sharps everywhere. Several popular blues and rock ‘n’ roll musicians have popularized the gambler hat style as well, including Frontman Stevie Ray Vaughan, ZZ Top and other blues musicians.
Levine Shantung Panama Hats are DuPont Teflon treated for exceptional durability and resistance to water, oil and stains. Whereas other, non treated hats will eventually crack or decay due to handling and the oils on your fingertips, our shantung straw dress hats will last extra years due to their DuPont Teflon coating and will not crack, even if you regularly handle your handle your hat by the crown.
The Levine Atlantic Gambler is trimmed with a basic gentleman’s black grosgrain bow band. The band is sewn close to the hat, and is approximately 1-inch in width for a classic look. This width is ideal in case you want to purchase other hook on hat bands to match other colors in your outfit. The band is sewn on for a finished look and so that it will not fall off, but these other hat bands can be hooked on over your existing hat band if you choose. The Levine Atlantic Gambler features a comfort cotton sweat band on the interior, which wicks away sweat and keeps you cool and dry. After a few wears, this band is self-conforming, meaning that it will begin to form to the shape of your head. The hat is unlined for maximum breathability and comfort; it is ideal for Spring and Summer wear.