Yes.
But first, it is important to realize that there is no single grading standard for Panama Hats. That is why we do not use any of the conflicting grades for our Panador Hats.
That said, grade 20 is the highest grade available in commercial quantities across most of the standards.
Our Classic Collection hats generally meet the grade 20 standard for all of the conflicting standards. Of course, Panama Hats are handwoven, so there is variation from one hat to another. Still, our Classic Collection hats are among the highest grade hats available.
If you compare our Classic Collection hats with, for example, our Maestro collection, you will find that the weave is virtually identical. The Maestro is distinguished by more advanced finishing techniques, which explains why Maestro hats cost more. But if you are comparing the weave of these two hats, they are all but identical.
The only hats in our line that consistently exceeds the grade of our Classic Collection is our Virtuoso Natural Fedora and the Virtuoso Black Fedora.
Compare the Classic Collection with any Panama Hat you may choose. We are completely confident that you will find them to be exceptionally well made, high quality — and high grade — hats.
In fact, we recommend Panador Classic Collection hats to first-time hat buyers without reservation. We are confident you will be completely satisfied with these excellent hats.
