This hat is big and deep. The brim goes down, so if you want to be able to see around you, this is not the hat for you. If you want your face more sheltered, than this may be for you. It will mess with your hearing too. [Note: if you're around water, you still can get a sun reflection burn...] I'm not sure if I'm going to keep it. It does look constantly wrinkled. The one I got came with a big seem (from being folded) across the brim that does not seem to want to straighten out. LOVE that OR has L/XL hats. This does fit my big head.