Absolutely love this hat. I wear it everyday to work and everywhere else. It receives tones of compliments and questions. 10/10. It took about a month to wear in perfectly for me as all things like this do. It’s getting a nice patina now as well.
Ringers Western Drafter Hat
- Regular price
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$199.95 - Regular price
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- Sale price
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$199.95
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Introducing the Drafter—a premium choice from the Ringers Western hat range, perfect for fans of Australian western hats. Made in Mexico with the utmost care, this wool-felt western hat is built for both protection and elegance, combining style with practical durability.
The Drafter boasts a striking 5" Cattleman crease crown, offering ventilation and a classic western look. With a self-felt band encircling the crown and an internal leather sweatband that molds to fit over time, this western hat provides all-day comfort. Packaged in a Ringers Western hat box, the Drafter is a refined option among western hats for men, ideal for those who appreciate quality craftsmanship and timeless design.
Features
- Size range: 55 - 62
- Premium Wool Felt
- Self Felt band
- Ringers Western 5" Crown
- Internal leather sweatband
- Internal leather logo crown patch
- Presented in a Ringers Western hat box
Shipping Info
Shipping & Pickup Information
Flat Rate Shipping via Post Haste (Excludes Feed):
- North Island: $10 (1-2 working days)
- South Island: $20 (2-3 working days)
- Rural Surcharge: +$6 (extra time may apply)
Feed Shipping per bag via Post Haste:
- Central North Island: $14 Per Bag
- Upper North Island: $18 Per Bag
- Lower North Island: $28 Per Bag
- South Island: $55 Per Bag
- Rural Surcharge: +$6 (extra time may apply)
Orders placed before 1 PM are usually shipped the same day.
Pick-up Info
Click & Collect – Tauranga Store Only
Free 24/7 pickup via our secure after-hours collection box. Please email us if you would like to collect after hours and we will send you the instructions.
Try Before You Buy – No Obligation
We carry limited stock in-store, so we encourage customers to place orders online to secure the items they’d like to try. Simply select “Pay on Pickup” at checkout, and we’ll bring the product into store for you (excludes saddles).
Once your order arrives, you’re welcome to try it on or inspect it in person. There’s absolutely no obligation to purchase—if it’s not quite right, you can leave it with us, no problem at all. If you do decide to keep it, payment can be completed in store at the time of pickup.
Returns & Exchanges
No problem! We offer 30-day returns and exchanges on items in new, resalable condition with original packaging. Returns are issued as store credit, which never expires. See our full policy.
FAQ
All your questions, answered.
Western Hat Size Measuring Guide
Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Your Head
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Use a flexible tape measure (or string and a ruler).
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Place the tape 1 cm above your eyebrows and ears, where your hat will sit.
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Wrap it evenly around the widest part of your head, keeping it level.
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Read your measurement in centimetres or inches.
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Compare it to a western hat size chart (see below).
Western Hat Size Chart
| Head Measurement (cm) | Hat Size (US) | Hat Size (UK) |
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| 54 cm | 6 ¾ | 6 ⅝ |
| 55 cm | 6 ⅞ | 6 ¾ |
| 56 cm | 7 | 6 ⅞ |
| 57 cm | 7 ⅛ | 7 |
| 58 cm | 7 ¼ | 7 ⅛ |
| 59 cm | 7 ⅜ | 7 ¼ |
| 60 cm | 7 ½ | 7 ⅜ |
| 61 cm | 7 ⅝ | 7 ½ |
| 62 cm | 7 ¾ | 7 ⅝ |
👉 Tip for New Zealand customers: If your size falls between two numbers, always choose the larger size. You can adjust a slightly bigger western hat with sizing tape or pads.
Rug Fill / Weight Guide
The thermoneutral zone is the temperature range where the body can maintain its core temperature with little to no extra energy expenditure. For humans, this range is quite narrow at 21–28 °C, but for horses it’s much broader at 5–25 °C.
This difference means we should avoid rugging horses based on how cold we feel. Over-rugging can lead to serious health issues, including metabolic problems and thermoregulatory dysfunction.
Tips for Choosing a Winter Rug Weight
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Clipped horses may need a heavier gram fill to stay comfortable.
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Remember: horses warm themselves more easily than they cool down under a rug. If unsure, choose a lighter rug.
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Check your horse regularly to make sure they are neither too hot nor too cold.
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Consider your horse’s age and natural ability to stay warm.
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As a general guide, rugging is usually appropriate when temperatures drop below 5–10 °C, but always adjust for your horse’s individual needs.
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Always ensure rugs are waterproof. A wet rug is worse than no rug at all.
This is an indicative guide only. Always take into account factors such as wind chill, your horse’s age, weight, and condition.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 10 reviews.
good hat well priced
Sizing was perfect according to measurement Great hat, thanks!
Brought this hat before our rodeo season here in NZ, best hat I have ever purchased, comfortable and great wear, I wear mine everywhere pretty much including round the rodeo circuit absolutely love it I'll definitely be buying another one in another color, highly recommend this hat great buy!
Love it going to buy another one
Great hat! Quick delivery
Easy to deal and faster delivery than thought it would be being rural, love the hat will definitely be shopping here again!
It was exactly what I expected 😁thank you
Love my purchase, definitely will be buying from them again. Fits perfect.
In love with my hat, it was packaged with care and delays in arrival were well handled by the customer service superstars who kept in touch with me throughout the process