Looking for a hard-wearing wool felt hat that can handle the Aussie sun and still cut it for town trips? The Avenel Cattleman Hat has you covered.

The Avenel Cattleman Hat channels that classic outback spirit you want from a western-style hat. It’s built to take a beating in the bush or stand proud in town. The crafting starts with quality Australian wool that's felted, then steamed, shaped, and hardened to get the signature tall crown and wide brim that is such a western statement. Skilled hands stitch, trim, and finish it with a leather sweat band and a miniature western belt hat band. The result is a hat that handles the sun and sheds rain without losing its form.

Key features:

✔ Fabric: Australian Wool

✔ Crown Height: 11cm

✔ Brim Width: 10cm

✔ SPF 50+

✔ See all the colours available here

How can I complete my western look?

Pair it with denim or rugged workwear. Perfect for cattle work, mustering, station life.

Wear it with a collared shirt and jeans. Add an oilskin duster in cooler weather for country events

Use it to add a bold twist in town with moleskins, a leather jacket or even a dress.

When and where will my Cattleman Hat take me?

Station or farm work

On the trail, when riding or mustering

Country fairs, rodeos, or outdoor festivals

Casual urban settings when you want to make a bold statement

With SPF 50+ sun protection, it’s great for all outdoorsy gigs — farm work, horse events, field days, or dusty drives.

FAQs

How do I work out what size I need for my Avenel Cattleman Hat?

The Avenel Cattleman Hat has a synthetic sweat band that looks and feels like leather, but is not subject to the shrinking feature that traditional leather sweat bands have, which are found in most fur felt hats. To establish your size as per your head measurement, measure the circumference around your head - approximately 12mm (1/2") above your ears. Keep the dressmaker tape level and firm, and keep it across your temple and above your eyebrow ridges. For in-between measurements, select the next size up. For example, if your head measurement is 58.2cm, you would choose a size 59 hat. You want a close fit, but not so firm that the band leaves a mark on your forehead when you have worn your hat for a period of time. If you're trying your hat on instore, and you have a choice of a size that is a bit too firm, but the next size is a bit too loose, we recommend selecting the larger size, and popping some hat fillers behind the inner band to create the perfect fit.
If you order your hat online and you find it is too firm fitting, do not expect it to 'loosen up'. It will not. Contact our friendly mailroom staff for assistance.

Can I wear it in the rain?

Yes - the wool felt is naturally water repellent. If it gets wet, the important thing is to let it air dry naturally to avoid shrinkage. So, avoid heaters or direct sun for drying.

How do I care for my Cattleman hat?

Use a soft bristle brush to keep it clean. Renew the water repellent quality of your hat with a rain and stain protector spray. To protect its shape, store it on a hat stand, on a shelf upside down (on it's crown), or in a hat box.
When it comes to travelling in your car, treat your hat like your loyal old dog. Strap it in - with a Hat Saver, not a harness - and don't leave it shut up in the car. Your hat won't like being left in the heat any more than your dog. The heat can cause the inner leather band to shrink way more than it would otherwise, and then you'll need to buy a hat stretcher!