What is the best fur to use to make a felt hat?
Contrary to popular belief, our many years of experience tells us that the best fur felt hats are made from a blend of wild hare, wild rabbit and tame rabbit furs. “Best” in the sense that a hat holds its shape and finishes well. A properly felted and finished fur felt hat DOES NOT need to be excessively stiff. If you are used to a particular quality of hat and are moving up to a better hat, you will find that the hat, while not as stiff as what you may be used to, will have a better finish and, if properly maintained, will hold it’s shape for years.
