A Shantung 'straw' hat is made from high performance paper rolled into a fine yarn and then woven, a process perfected by the Japanese in 610 A.D. This lighter yet very strong ' offered a perfect Panama alternative and was dubbed the 'Shantung Panama.' Our finely woven Shantung's are glazed with our proprietary LiteStraw finish to provide a supple feel, water repellency and enhanced shape retention.
- Made in the USA of Globally Sourced Materials
- Water repellent & Shape Retentive
- 4" Grad Crown
- 2 7/8" Pre-Snap Brim
- Japanese Grosgrain Band
- Moisture Wicking Sweatband
Note: Due to the nature of the fine fibers used to create the Shantung straw some color variation will occur when dyed. This enhances the beauty and uniqueness of this product.
