5 important characteristics that you should know before buying an original panama hat made in Ecuador
The original and authentic hat made by hand in Montecristi recognized for being the best hat in the world, highlighted by its fine threads made in a single place Ecuador, considered the artisan jewel made with toquilla straw.
1. Hat fabric uniformity
The uniformity of the fabric is one of the elements that makes the hat stand out as such, because it must meet the requirement for there to be a harmonious balance capturing the viewer’s eyes.
2. Unesco Certification and Ecuador Origin
The toquilla straw hat is recognized nationally and internationally as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity which was approved by UNESCO, while the certification of origin of the hat is based on the fact that it is 100% original made in Ecuador.
4. Points or Grades in an inch
It is examined through a magnifying glass so we will simply realize that it meets this requirement and refers to by how many points or threads they have in an inch, it is verified by counting from right to left.
5. Final Finish
In the final finish made by the hands of Ecuadorian artisans, elements such as; the edges of the hat and its termination demonstrating the degree of quality of the product.
Important note:
Every original Montecristi Panama hat must pass all these Quality controls, it is considered a fine fabric of export quality.
They are made from size (56 cm – 22.04 in) to (64 cm – 25.19 in) approximately
In the Montecuadorhats workshop, the finest hats in the world are made, from 30 to 60 points in an inch, a traditional family hat shop.
Curious fact:
Montecuadorhats sold in 2019 the first finest hat in the world with a total of 60 points in an inch, practically being a handmade fabric, during a period of one year, this impressive handmade jewel was destined for Spain, it was accompanied by various accessories such as sets of ribbons, a gold pin with the workshop’s brand, a special traveling backpack attached to the top of the hat, a quality certificate with its respective denomination of origin and finally a plaque of recognition for having acquired the finest hats in the world.