Cowboy hat/Sombrero size 7 1/4. The “Bandito feo de California” from Ugly Outlaw.
“He knew Spanish because his Outlaw ways kept him on the run back and forth across the border. He rode fast under the desert sun and crept quietly at night under the stars of the Mexican sky.”
The “Bandido feo de California” is a handmade sombrero/ten gallon hat, heavily distressed-made to look aged and worn size 7 1/4.
Mostly dirty tan in color with stains and dust, this hat is heavy weight, 230g thickness and made entirely of 100% rabbit fur. It has been stiffened the old cowboy way (old fashioned) using a homemade mixture like in the days of old. The hat still has some maneuverability though and isn’t too stiff. Made by studying old sombreros of the past, only this is the more “Ugly Outlaw” version rather than the ornate, delicate ancestors.
Brim is around 5 inches wide and crown is over 6 inches tall. Has hand cut leather as the band with antique color brass studs along with layers of leather cord, tattered fabric and sinew.
The inside has a comfortable calf leather sweatband and a satin logo with the Ugly Outlaw brand.
Great to wear or display! Definitely a conversation piece and perfect for fans of the Wild West.
Handmade, one of a kind hat from Ugly Outlaw Hats.
Shipping from United States
Processing time
5-7 business days
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept cancellations
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Ugly Outlaw hat come with an inside sweat band?
Yes!!!! Ugly Outlaw WANTS you to sweat in them! It’s adds to the character! Get that natural outlaw sweat ring around the crown! I specialize in Western character hats similar to but not necessarily exact in design to historic cowboys and gunslingers both historically and cinematically.
Custom and personalized orders
If you have a style, color and size in mind then feel free to write to Ugly Outlaw and let me know. I may be booked up and it may take a few weeks but I'll try my hardest to make it? Let’s chat and we’ll figure it out.
Why is shipping so much?
Shipping is not only calculated by the weight but also by the size of the box needed to ship a hat in. Location plays a huge role in the Price as well. Many times Ugly Outlaw has eaten the cost because we didn’t charge enough. If you live in California or close to Los Angeles then shipping may be considerably cheaper. If this is the case we can gladly refund to your personal PayPal account. Ugly Outlaw takes great care and consideration when shipping the hats. I custom make a proper, sturdy hat box to keep the hat from shifting around while on its journey.
Do you hand make your hats?
Yes! The majority of the hats on the site are handmade. On some occasions I will restore a vintage hat by giving it a new shape and look . Those hats will always be labeled as “Restored” with a description. Making hats is a process. A hat can sometimes take a week to make. A blank piece of felt or beaver fur is made wet with hot water, it’s molded over a particular hat block of whatever size I choose to make that day, it’s ironed, steamed, sanded, steamed some more, shaped, then sprayed with hardener, shaped even more, then the band is added, etc, and so on.
How do you price your hats?
Great question! Each hat is priced accordingly based on a few things. The main thing being the type of felt. 100% wool can range between $200-$300 depending on the amount of time and effort put into it. 100% hare (rabbit) can range between $300-$500 and beaver fur goes for $500-$900, once again depending on the amount of time, effort and materials. Another factor is the weight of the fur which is measured in grams. For example, a western weight 165g hat would be a higher price since it is thicker and more durable.
Do you make straw hats?
Yes! Message me for details.
Do you accept returns?
No. ALL SALES ARE FINAL!!!! Please make sure your hat size is correct. Please measure your head and let me know both inches and centimeters so I can get an exact size for you. Please don’t base the size on a hat you already own quite simply because a lot of brands vary in sizes and are off in one direction or the other. For example, a hat may be a 7 1/8 but another brand may call that a 7 1/4.