Hat, White, Navy Size:7 6 each sturdy grommets and

6 each sturdy grommets and twisted cotton lashing rope

has centuries of tradition

Cartridge or Belt

Thread is authentically dyed 100% mercerized and glazed cotton

These are not oversized and fit well but some shrinkage is to be expected

Hat, White, Navy Size:7 6 each sturdy grommets andThe Hat, Service (White) or Dixie Cup hat, the symbol of the American Navy sailor, has centuries of tradition. In 1852, the white cover was a companion to the soft visor less blue hat. In 1866, regulations permitted a white straw hat for summer wear. During the 1880s, the white sailor hat appeared as a low rolled brim, high domed item made of wedge shaped pieces of canvas instead of straw. The canvas hat was eventually replaced by cotton as a cheaper