Dixie Hat

The Official US Navy “DIXIE CUP” Hat

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This item has been a mainstay of the United States Navy since 1880 and ORC has been the manufacturer since 1991.  Any other hat being sold online is an imposter!

Service (White) or "Dixie Cup" hat, the symbol of the American Navy sailor, has centuries of tradition. In 1852, the white cover was a companion to the soft visor-less blue hat. In 1866, regulations permitted a white straw hat for summer wear. During the 1880s, the white "sailor hat" appeared as a low rolled brim, high domed item made of wedge shaped pieces of canvas instead of straw. The canvas hat was eventually replaced by cotton as a cheaper and more comfortable material. The Navy Uniform Board received numerous complaints about the shape and durability of the sailors' white hats which, especially in hot climates, caused the low brim to droop and caused an unsightly appearance. More stitching was added to the brim which allowed the brim to stand upright. This practice of reinforced stitching continues to be the key ingredient in the molding of this symbol of the United States Navy. At ORC Industries, we are making the "Dixie Cup" hat to the high standards and specifications that the U. S. Navy demands, and continuing to uphold this strong American tradition of "Made in the USA".

Material: Poly/Cotton Blend

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Michael M.
great service and friendly staff

great service and friendly staff

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André T.

I love it, top quality.

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TERRY D.S.
Cool hat.

Very nice hat. Fits exact to loose. Should be able to roll down the rim when on. I'm a 7 1/8 and a 7 and 7 1/4 both fit. The 7 is snug and the larger one is looser but good. I have a shaved head. The feel is different than a regular cap because of the roll down rim which takes wearing to get used to. To get it to Canada I used a mail forwarding service (Shippsy.com).