The Arena Sand. This Western hat features a tall, center-creased western crown and a broad, upswept brim. Traditional American style designed for the Rodeo circuit rider.
Features a braided horse hair tail band and satin lining.
Akubra Riverina Sand. Named after the agricultural region of south-western New South Wales.
This hat features a quality six plait leather band and triangular shaped eyelet ventilation. This hat has proved to be very popular since its introduction in 2011.
Heads come in all sizes, and in a surprising variety of shapes.
Although Akubra hats are adaptable, and will usually conform to differences in shape with a little wearing, it is essential that the size be correct for your head.
TO DETERMINE YOUR HAT SIZE FOLLOW THESE 3 SIMPLE STEPS:
Measure the circumference around your head – approximately 12mm (1/2″) above the ears
Keep the dressmaker tape level and firm, across the temple and above the eyebrow ridges.
Check the size chart given below.
NOTE: For in-between measurements use the next size up.
AKUBRA CM: Equivalent
53
XS
54
55
S
56
57
M
58
59
L
60
61
XL
62
63
XXL
U.K. hat:
6 1/2
6 5/8
6 3/4
6 7/8
7
7 1/8
7 1/4
7 3/8
7 1/2
7 5/8
7 3/4
U.S. hat:
6 5/8
6 3/4
6 7/8
7
7 1/8
7 1/4
7 3/8
7 1/2
7 5/8
7 3/4
7 7/8
For an enduring fit with your new Akubra the following points should be considered:
The Sheepskin inner band of the hat may shrink slightly with use. Do not expect a tight-fitting hat to ‘loosen up’
In time, the hat will conform to your head shape. Initially, a slightly loose-fitting hat can be adjusted using folded tissue placed behind the inner band, then removed as the hat conforms to your head shape.