I recently ordered a number of different outback hats to find a hat to my liking.  I wear a size 7 1/2 and this hat in XL size is one of the most comfortable hats I have found. This Scala hat has a padded inside band that may explain the comfort.  The other possibility is that this hat runs a tad small in comparison to other hats I have tried in size XL. A slightly smaller size might be the cause of a better fit.  I am not sure.

I ordered this hat in Chocolate and Olive. Both colors are beautiful rich dark colors, unlike the photos posted here. The Olive is just a bit lighter than the chocolate and it looks like an olive brown.  The photos posted here are poor representations of the actual hat colors.  Much better photos can be found by searching the net like those I found here.

http://www.amazon.com/Crushable-Wool-Outback-OLIVE-X-LARGE/dp/B0038SY9WG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=ZOE3G5297L6G&coliid=I303YINTWGJJ5G.

This hat has an upturned brim on the sides.  I think it looks more like a cowboy hat than an outback style back and so it is not a keeper for me.  It is unfortunate becasue I really like the comfort of this hat and the rich dark colors.

I also ordered an Indiana Jones Version of this hat made by Dorfman Pacific offered in Olive, a similar dark Olive Brown.  The shape and comfort is similar to the Scala Outback hat but the leather band is dark alligator color which provides a different look. (Scala is a Dorfman Pacific Brand)

Scala / Dorfman Pacific also makes a Crushable Outback with fold down flaps. I also order it and runs larger in size and the color selection is limited to black and a lighter brown.

If you like the style and color of these hats they are worth a try.  I think it makes sense to buy a hat in a local retail store if you can find the style, color and size you want. At the very least, it makes sense to determine your hat size in a local store before ordering online.

I like style of this hat from Orvis, but it is more money and the comfort and fit is not quite as nice as the Scala.
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