There are many styles of panama to choose from and OCR's super picture is of a style that I would describe, rightly or wrongly, as a "planter" and very nice it is. For me I choose a panama of a lighter(in weight) build and style.
In case anyone is interested I use these days "The Panama Hat Company" of London and they can be found on the internet. A very efficient and pleasant company to deal with. I choose the "folder" style as they are Lighter in weight and as they are designed to be bent(modestly), I find that they absorb the rough and tumble of my life style rather better than some styles.
Caution: Panamas in my experience do last well if a modicum of care is taken. They are not as forgiving though, as say, wool.
Last edited by Jock Scot; 2nd October 24 at 06:19 AM.
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