Aside from making a strong statement, a leather hat is a long-term investment in your wardrobe. After finding the style that meets your needs, one leather hat purchased from Conner Hats can last you for years with proper care. Aside from being extremely durable, leather hats breathe, so they can stay comfortable in warm weather and complement any outfit, from rugged buffalo hide to the classic oily finish of a leather cowboy hat.
Start with the finish you prefer. Oily leather gives classic character, cowhide appears in styles such as Buffalo Nickel, High Sierra and Maverick, and buffalo hide appears in several sturdy outback designs. For a traditional outdoor silhouette, compare Down Under Leather, Lone Wolf Crushable Leather, Buffalo Nickel Leather, or High Sierra Shapeable Leather. The BC Hats Bac Pac Traveller suits shoppers drawn to Australian designs, and the Streetwise Leather Fedora offers a more tailored profile. Choose Maverick Leather for a cowboy-hat shape or Amalfi Leather Cap for a lower-profile option. Check the product’s available size before ordering, using the Small-to-XX-Large range as your starting point. For care, follow the guidance for the specific leather finish and avoid applying a product until it is confirmed suitable. A crushable or shapeable style may be useful for travel or flexible packing.
Conner Hats' leather collection features handcrafted hats made from genuine oily water-resistant leather and buffalo hide. With proper maintenance, high-quality leather hats last several years or even decades—and we back ours with a [limited lifetime guarantee against defects](https://connerhats.com/pages/lifetime-warranty). The guarantee also includes a 50% off code to replace the same hat if yours is ever lost or stolen.
Care requirements: Condition your leather hat every 3–6 months depending on wear frequency. Regular cleaning and conditioning keep the leather supple and help prevent drying and cracking. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. View complete care instructions: https://connerhats.com/pages/hat-care
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Sizes: Small through XX-Large (select styles)
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Leather hats typically last 10-20 years, or 20-30 years with good care. Lifespan depends on use and care. Conner Hats' Limited Lifetime Guarantee covers workmanship failure on purchases from connerhats.com. It provides a free replacement of the same style, size, and color during the first 12 months; after 12 months, it offers 40% off a replacement. Shipping is not included after the first 12 months or for a lost or stolen hat.
Condition your leather hat every three to six months, depending on how often you wear it and the environmental conditions it faces. Clean with a soft brush to remove dust, spot-clean stains with mild soap formulated for leather, and apply leather conditioner to prevent cracking. Store the hat in a cool, dry place or with a hat protector to protect from damage. Avoid extreme heat, direct sunlight, and prolonged moisture exposure. [Complete care guide](https://connerhats.com/pages/hat-care).
Many styles feature water-resistant oily leather (like the BC Hats Bac Pac Traveller) that repels light rain. However, environmental factors such as rain, snow, and extreme heat or cold can damage leather hats. For heavy rain, we recommend our [oilskin and waxed cotton collection](https://connerhats.com/collections/oilskin-waxed-cotton-hats). If your leather hat gets wet, let it air dry at room temperature—never use direct heat.
Not at the moment. Our leather hats are genuine leather in three kinds: oily leather (the BC Hats Bac Pac Traveller and Streetwise Leather Fedora, both handmade in Byron Bay, and the Amalfi Leather Cap), cowhide (Buffalo Nickel, High Sierra Shapeable and Maverick) and buffalo hide (Down Under, Lone Wolf and Kangaroo Crossing). Oily leather has a slightly glossy, water-resistant finish that develops a patina over time.
Yes. Conner's leather hats feature shapeable brims. Bill Conner was the first in Australia to make a leather hat with a shapeable brim. To reshape, apply gentle steam (from a kettle or steam iron), then manually reshape with your fingers. For significant reshaping or restoration, contact us at 904-688-9705 for guidance.
Most styles are available in Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. Select styles (like the Bac Pac Traveller and Maverick) also offer XX-Large. [Measure your head](https://connerhats.com/pages/size-chart) by wrapping a flexible tape measure around your head just above your ears. Small fits 21 1/4-21 5/8", Medium fits 22-22 3/8", Large fits 22 3/4-23 1/4", X-Large fits 23 1/2-24", XX-Large fits 24 3/8-24 3/4".
Yes. Conner Hats is a family-owned business committed to sustainable materials and ethical production. Will Conner made the conscious choice to use suppliers who are required to pay fair wages and treat their employees ethically, and to use materials that were sustainably sourced. Our original St. Augustine warehouse runs on 100% solar power (orders now ship from American Fork, Utah), and we use biodegradable materials instead of single-use plastics in packaging. We still maintain our company food forest at the site and have created a hub there for other small businesses to use the location.
For U.S. orders, hats purchased from connerhats.com may be returned within 30 days of purchase if they are unworn and unwashed, have their paper tags attached, and are in their original packaging. Free exchanges are available through Redo when selected at checkout. Refund returns incur return shipping fees, and using your own return label adds a $10 restocking fee. Items on our 40% Sale page are final sale. For international orders, returns must be made within 30 days of receipt, and customers are responsible for return shipping. View the full return policy.
Conner Hats are made in Australia, Sri Lanka, China, Pakistan, and Mexico, and ship from American Fork, Utah. Bill Conner learned leatherwork in St. Augustine, Florida, in 1969, and made hats in Byron Bay for over 50 years. His son Will created the Conner Hats brand.
The Limited Lifetime Guarantee covers workmanship failure for purchases made from connerhats.com. During the first 12 months, you can receive a free replacement of the same style, size, and color, with shipping paid. After 12 months, you can receive a 40% off replacement code, with shipping not included. Material degradation from use qualifies for a 30% off code. If your hat is lost or stolen, you can receive 50% off the same hat, with shipping not included. If you believe your leather hat has a qualifying issue, contact Conner Hats for guidance. The collection also qualifies for 30-day returns, subject to the applicable return requirements.
| Feature | Oily Leather (e.g., Bac Pac Traveller) | Buffalo Hide (e.g., Kangaroo Crossing) |
|---|---|---|
| Water Resistance | High—naturally repels light rain | Moderate—some water resistance |
| Durability | Excellent for outdoor wear | Excellent—thick and robust |
| Patina Development | Develops rich patina over time | Develops character with age |
| Care Level | Moderate—condition every 3–6 months | Moderate—condition regularly |
| Best For | Outdoor activities, travel, hiking | Western style, rugged use |
