Panador’s Maestro Gambler is a beautiful hat.

The Panador Maestro Panama Hat Collection

Our collection of fine Maestro Panama hats is finished by Christys' of London, one of the most revered names in the hat industry. Christys' was established in 1773 and brings over two centuries of hat-making heritage to modern millinery. A very tight, fine weave marks the Maestro Panama hats.

These Panama hats are hand-picked in Ecuador for their high-quality weave before they are transported to the UK and treated with Christys' specialized finishing process. Modern updates to classic Panama hat styles include a Teflon coating that provides resistance to stains and water and an interior covered-crown tip that helps the Maestro Panama hat keep its shape.

The Gambler Style

The Gambler Panama hat found its beginnings with Spanish nobility as stylish protection against the heat and sun. That’s why it’s sometimes called the Plantation Panama hat. Later on, it became synonymous with 19th century high-rolling riverboat gamblers.

Today, it’s one of the most popular Panama hats. The Gambler is our widest brimmed Panama hat and as such provides shade for those with sensitive eyes. It’s still the perfect hat when visiting the riverboat casinos, or playing the ponies, or relaxing on the links.

The Panador Promise

Take a look at our Panama hats and you’ll immediately see the difference. Our photos have not been doctored; each Panama hat feels just as good as it looks. So go ahead, order one today. We stand behind these magnificent straw hats, and in the unlikely event that you don’t love your purchase, we’ll refund or exchange it – guaranteed.

This fine hat is carefully selected by Christys’ from only the very best of the Cuencan weavers.