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In April of 1969 Bill
Conner was making and selling all kinds of fine handmade
leather goods. In the beginning, sandals were his most popular
item but it wasn't long until his original hats became his most
sought after product.
Speaking with one of Bill's leather craft
teachers from the 60's, Dan Holiday and he said, "Bill was
able to figure out the best way to put a wire in the brim of a
leather hat so that it could be shaped, he just had a knack for
it." Today his original design and construction method is world
renowned and the quality of a B.C Leather hat is still
unsurpassed.
With the creation of B.C Leather Hats, Australia's hat industry
was revolutionized. Suddenly there was a choice on the market
for a new type of functional headwear besides the traditional
Fur Felt. In 1988 when Australia hosted the World Expo, B.C.
Hats became internationally recognized. And later, in 1993, Bill
won the prestigious Exporter of the Year Award for the State of
New South Wales. He received this coveted award in recognition
for not only creating Australia's original leather hat but
successfully bringing it to the world market.
Today, B.C. Hats is still a family owned company dedicated to
quality, service, and original Australian hats! |
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Moose |
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See Hat Chart and
Hat Care
Instructions at the bottom of this page. |
Bac Pac Traveler
The Bac Pac Traveller is hand made Byron Bay,
Australia. The man who brought you Australia's original leather
hat goes one better with this great shape. Features a removable
hat band and made with waterproof suede steer hide. This hat can
be crushed and will pop back out to its original shape. Fitted
with a comfortable leather inner band. Our best selling BC Hat
style! Brim size 2.75".
Removable Hat Band, Crushable
Material: Suede Steer hide
Brim: 2.75"
Band: Hand braided three plait leather
Colors: Bark, Moose
(BCH 6901) - $50.65
1 ONLY - Medium
- Moose - $ 39.36
2 ONLY - Small - Bark - $ 39.36
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Hat Care
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Crocodile BC
Crocodile hat band
Material: Steer Hide
Brim: 3"
Band: Salt water
croc W/teeth
(BCH 8012) - $98.60
1 ONLY - Small - Dark Brown- $ 78.89
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Chocolate |
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See Hat Chart and
Hat Care
Instructions at the bottom of this page. |
Hat n The Pouch Suede
The Hat n the pouch folds up and fits in a hip
bag. Great for travel, it springs back out and is ready to wear!
Made from waterproof suede leather, watch the rain bead up and
roll off. Hand made at the BC hat factory in Byron Bay,
Australia's most easterly point. Brim size 3".
Folds into pouch, Waterproof Suede
Material: Suede Steer Hide
Brim: 3"
Band: Hand braided three plait leather
Colors: Moose, Bark, Mocha, Chocolate
Sizes (see bottom of page for size chart):
S, M, L, XL, XXL
(BCH 6701) - $49.20
1 ONLY - XLarge -
Chocolate- $ 39.36
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Size Chart
Note:
If your measurement is close to the next size,
we recommend getting the larger size. Example: if you measure 21
5/8", the medium is a better choice.
| Sizes |
Hat Size |
Inches |
Metric |
| Small |
6 3/4
6 7/8 |
21 1/4
21 5/8 |
54
55 |
| Medium |
7
7 1/8 |
22
22 3/8 |
56
57 |
| Large |
7 1/8
7 3/8 |
22 3/8
23 1/4 |
58
59 |
| X-Large |
7 1/2
7 5/8 |
23 1/2
24 |
60
61 |
| XX-Large |
7 3/4
7 7/8 |
24 3/8
24 3/4 |
62
63 |
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Hat Care
Rough Out (Suede Finish) leather may be cleaned with a stiff
brush or fine sand paper.
Smooth (full grain, nubuck, wax/oily, or distressed finish)
leather may be periodically treated with leather dressing or
saddle soap.
Canvas hats can be cleaned with a damp cloth
Straw hats can be kept clean and fresh looking by brushing
with a small wisk broom. If the hat gets wet, wipe off
surplus water with a dry cloth. With the brim turned up,
place on a level, clean surface, to dry. Do not use
artificial heat.
All hats may also be treated with a waterproof spray if
necessary.
Some shrinkage may occur if exposed to extreme heat e.g.
drying out by an open fire or left exposed to strong
sunlight in a closed vehicle.
The stiffening along the edge of the brim allows the hat to
be shaped as desired. Some hats come with a flexible
filament in the brim to allow the hat to
be crushed.
A chin strap may be added by using the eyelet holes on each
side of the crown to thread the strap.
Each hat will develop its own individual shape and character
with wear.
Any scratches or marks on leather are not to be considered
flaws. They occur naturally and are merely proof of its
authenticity.
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