Tumia LACTumia LAC Genuine Hand Woven Fedora Panama Hat - Rollable

I have been the proud owner of a 100% tequillo Panama hat for the last 8 years after being purchased from M&S. The hat has accompanied me all over the world on vacations and it has always looked as good as the day it was made even after it has been put in suitcases. As it is now showing slight signs of wear with a small split in the straw around the crown, I have decided to replace it with a new Panama hat. On being handed the cardboard box containing my new Tumi genuine handwoven Fedora Panama hat I began to wonder if there was in fact a hat inside the box, and someone had possibly forgot to pack it, due to the unbelievable lightness of the package. On inspection the hat was like receiving an original Leonardo or Van Gogh painting. It was protected by paper and its sheer quality, mystifying beauty and workmanship shone through even before I removed the hat from the box. It fitted perfectly at 60cm and it was hard to think that I had a Fedora hat on my head due to its incredible lightness.I am so grateful to these highly skilled artisans in Equador whose skills and attributes have allowed these beautiful headpieces to flourish since the early 1500s. I am sure that my new Panama will give me many years of comfort, style, and protection in worldwide destinations still awaiting visiting by my wife and myself.

I really can't believe the manner in which this expensive hat was packed. Although it is 'rollable', it was FOLDED and came to me flat packed, and it appeared that it had been stored like this for some time prior to me receiving it. Even the Tumi website suggested it shouldn't stay rolled up for more than about 72 hours, let alone being folded. Consequently, it had a crease right along the middle. I tried in vain to reshape it, but it became obvious that it was never going to return to its proper shape, and I had no option but to return it. Very disappointed.

I've wanted a 'proper' Panama hat for the summer for some time, baseball caps are great for shading my face but my ears and the back of my neck still suffer, but I was spoilt for choice by all the options on Amazon. Having read the other reviews for this hat I decided to take the plunge, and I haven't, so far, been disappointed. The hat fits well, is very light and comfortable, and even smells nice! I haven't tried rolling it yet as we pretty much aren't allowed to travel, but may update this review when I do.All in all, a great hat for a fair price.

I bought this for my husband in October 2017. He never used it at all until last month, when he intended to take it on our holiday to India. Prior to our trip, he was SO disappointed to see that the weave at the front indentation of the Panama hat had split!! I had to try and fix it with some stitching and glue. This should not happen to such an expensive "genuine" Panama hat which ordinarily, the material used and the weave should be durable for wear in Tropical and/or Temperate climates.

I was very pleased when the hat arrived as it was so light and fine compared to a previous genuine Panama I purchased many years ago from M&S. I was quite surprised a Fedora style was described as foldable but the very fine Toquila makes this possible. I did not fold the hat as I was still a bit concerned of damage. I was quite dissapointed that a split occurred in the crown area along one "ridge" of the hat after 3 weeks wear despite being very careful in handling. It is very fine and being a natural material there can be unseen weaknesses. On reporting the fault directly to the supplier I was offered a replacement without question which has arrived as promised. I was given the option to opt for the more durable non foldable version which I chose and the Toquila in the crown is more robust but the hat still feels light and appear fine and has a quality look. If you must have a foldable hat then extreme care is required in handling but you will be rewared with a very light, well made Panama. Personally the more robust version that does not fold looks almost as fine in construction but is likely to last longer and is the better choice if folding is not required. Just wear it through the airport and stand out from the crowd but Remember to take off for the security photo's!

Nice hat. It was a bit larger than expected. Normally this is a good thing, as I'd pad the internal band, but this isn't such an easy option with a hat of this style (I discovered). I'd might go for one slightly too small and stretch it instead. (NB. I'm 57.5 so ordered a 58 and wish I'd ordered a 57). However, after a few months it seemed to shrink to fit anyway.If you're wondering about genuine panama hats, the point is they're made out of a special reed rather than normal straw. I have straw hats of a similar style and they are nothing like the same; hard and brittle instead of soft and flexible.Foldable? Well, yes I think you could probably abuse this and get away with it. I suspect people who roll panamas do so for the novelty. I've stuck this in a suitcase and laptop bag and it's survived.

The Tumi Panama Hat is excellent value for money and the size is 100% accurate. I had expected material to be inferior for the price but contrary to my expectations this is a very well made Panama hat. Instructions concerning how to fold this hat are included and the hat was delivered in a box which ensured hat's shape was not damaged in any way. I also purchased the Tumi Cardboard Travel Tube and would recommend purchasing this at the same time as the Panama Hat. Don't bother buying cheaper hats which are supposedly the 'real thing' buy Tumi because they enact Fairtrade and only sell genuine Panama Hats.This Panama hat will protect wearer from the sun and provided one follows instructions on how to fold hat when travelling this will keep the hat in excellent condition and ensure the hat will provide purchaser with many years of wear.