We have limited availability of this extra fine, grade 10, llano weave Panama hat. The weave is extra fine, taking at least two weeks to weave, and we have seen comparable quality on sale in other shops for hundreds of pounds! This classic, fedora style panama hat can be rolled for travelling.
We only receive this quality in fairly limited quantities, but we are starting an apprenticeship training scheme in Ecuador to train young weavers which will increase both our capacity and the quality of hats, so we hope to have more extra fine Panamas in the future. At present, we do normally have stock of every size, but if we run out of your size we would be happy to put you on a waiting list for our next delivery.
By working directly with the co-operative of women weavers, we not only ensure that they receive a high price for their work but, by cutting out the seven middlemen who normally participate in the panama supply chain, we are able to get the panama hats direct to you at a very good price! Our aim is to create constant employment for our 400 weavers throughout the year and this also keeps our retail prices low.
For hat band colours other than black, please allow an additional 4-5 days for delivery due to each hat band being customly sewn by our milliner. Hats with coloured bands cannot be guranteed for next day delivery.