The Ultimate Panador Hat™ starts with authentic toquilla-straw, and is hand woven in Cuecna, Ecuador.

Once woven, the process of washing, drying and softening the fibers is started in Ecuador. Once the hat is shaped and softened, the hand-made shell is shipped to our finishers in the USA where the Solar Weave sun protection, the Teflon coating, and our Cool Max hat band are applied to the hat.

While not strictly traditional, we're confident that you will appreciate these modern updates to the Panama Hat.

Solar Weave

Solar Weave blocks the sun and provide 100% UV protection. This special fabric is bonded inside the brim and the hat's crown of the hat. The Solar Weave process is available in only a few US factories.

Ultimate Panador Hat™ showing the Solar Weave fabric and the Cool Max Hat Band

Teflon Finishing

We apply a teflon finish to the outside of our Ultimate Panador Hat that repels stains and protects against water damage.

Cool Max Hat Band

The final added touch to our Ultimate Panador Hat is the Cool Max hat band. It may not be quite as pretty as the more traditional leather hat band, but it is much more comfortable, effective and durable.

The Cool Max hatband actually improves the way your new Ultimate Panador Hat™ fits. This material is slightly stretch, so it shapes to your head in a way no traditional hat band can. It wicks away moisture, and helps keep your head even cooler.

Sure, it's not the way it's always been done. We think we've improved upon perfection. But don't take our word for it. Try it for yourself and see. And if you're not 100% satisfied that the Ultimate Panador Hat™ is right for you, return it for a complete refund or exchange. *

* See our refund and exchange policy for limitations.