How Do You Fix an Akubra Hat?
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Also to know is, can you shrink an Akubra hat?

As well as moulding to your head, your Akubra hat will shrink over time. A little bigger is easier to fix, as you can always pack the inside of the crown to make the hat feel smaller, or use a Hat Insert. If your hat does shrink and becomes too tight, you can purchase a hat stretcher.

Similarly, can I get my Akubra wet? Your Akubra makes a great rain hat. If it becomes wet it is important that it be cared for correctly. Do not force dry the hat if it has become wet. The inside leather band will shrink and once this happens it is hard to stretch back to its original size.

One may also ask, how tight should a hat fit?

The hat should sit comfortably mid-forehead above your eyebrows and not obstruct your view. The sweatband inside the hat should provide a snug fit, not a tight fit. If you feel any tension or end up with deep red marks on your forehead, pick a looser-fitting hat.

How do you break in a Akubra hat?

Dunk the entire hat in water. play with the brim till you get it looking right. Then wear the hat till it is dry. This way the sweat band will shrink down to you head size.

Related Question Answers

Are felt hats waterproof?

Outside of a few rain hats most hats are water repellent NOT waterproof. A light rain shower, drizzle, even a little snow will not destroy most felt hats. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are not good for felt hats. A straw hat will not maintain it's shape in wet weather.

How do you shape a hat?

Move your hat in and out of the steam until the felt becomes warm and soft. Focus on the area you want to shape (brim, side, crown). We recommend starting with the brim because it's easiest to hold the hat from the crown. Once it's malleable, gently roll or massage the hat into the shape you want.
Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.