Identify an authentic Montecristi panama hat

Identify an authentic Montecristi panama hat

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.

Hat fabric uniformity

 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.

certificates of an original panama hat
3. Originality of color “Toquilla Straw”
 
For the elaboration of the hat, the best toquilla straw fibers are selected, so the original Montecristi hat maintains a natural color giving it a predominant relief, so you will always find a cream tone, but it will never be colored since if it goes through a process is not a fine toquilla straw hat
Originality of color Toquilla Straw

 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.

points panama hat

 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.

finish panama hat

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.

Panama Hat Fedora Montecristi Authentic Original Super Fine Pile

$3,000.00$5,000.00

Panama HatFedora” style super fine fabric, made with selected strands of toquilla straw, made in pile Ecuador, considered one of the best hats in the world, light, soft texture, great durability, ultra fine Montecristi handmade jewel, the highest level of craftsmanship with Unesco and Origin certification, This hat is usually in stock due to its high fineness, in the event that it is not available we can have it ready in two months maximum.

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