What type of hat is a deerstalker and what do they look like?
Henschel Deerstalker-Sherlock Holmes $25.95 Style: 191105 Made in the U.S.A. 100% wool, lined and functional, cold weather novelty hat. “Elementary my dear, Watson!” The traditional Deerstalker hat from the British Isles has been aptly named the ‘Sherlock Holmes’ cap. The earlaps can be worn down or tied at the top of the hat. Available color: Grey Herringbone. Available size: Medium, Large and X-Large. http://www.villagehatshop.com/deerstalker_sherlock-holmes.html A deerstalker is a type of hat that is typically worn in rural areas, often for hunting, especially deer stalking. Because of the hat’s popular association with Sherlock Holmes, it is also a stereotypical hat of a detective. [edit]Construction The deerstalker’s main feature is a pair of fore and aft brims and two flexible side flaps. The dual brims provide sun protection for the face and neck of the wearer. The side flaps can be worn
