Also known as the Colonial, Optimo or Natural; our Folder shape evokes memories of great British explorers and leaders throughout history. It is a style driven by practicality, yet beautiful in its simplicity.  

Designed to roll, it is our most popular shape for regular travelers. The strong central fold allows the hat to be easily rolled up for travel. In this high grade (with a minimum of 18 straw fibres per inch) this hat is a top quality Panama.

The intricate herringbone weave used in this model has to be seen to be appreciated - each one is truly a work of art. If you stop to consider that each weave in the plait that makes up this fine hat has been individually handwoven you'll appreciate what a special piece this is. 

Brim: This medium width brim (at about 7-8cm) gives great protection for your eyes.  It can be warn flipped up or down at the front.  

Colour:  The colour combination of natural straw with a traditional black band is a great choice for this classic shape of hat.

Weave:  The Borges & Scott Montecristi range of Panamas use extremely fine fibres, painstakingly woven into a beautiful structure to ensure supreme lightness, softness and breathability. For more information on the various qualities of weave we offer, please click here:  Panama Hat Weave Types

United Kingdom - Free standard delivery via Royal Mail is offered on all hats to UK destinations.  Standard delivery normally takes 2-4 days. Next working day delivery is also available at checkout.

EU - Free Standard Delivery is offered on all hats to EU countries.  Normally we will send European deliveries with DPD or a local courier on a fully tracked service.  Delivery times vary from country to country - for most destinations it will be 3-7 days from ordering.  We pay all import duties, taxes and VAT for our EU customers.

USA - Free Standard Delivery:  In the USA delivery is free on all hats.  Normally we will send US deliveries with USPS on a fully tracked service.  Delivery times vary - for most destinations it will be 3-7 days from ordering.  An Express USA (2-4 day) delivery service is also available at checkout.  Orders below $900 do not normally attract import duty or taxes.

Rest of the World - If you would like to order from elsewhere, the cost will be displayed as you go through the checkout process. Please be aware, if you are ordering for delivery outside the UK, EU or USA you may need to pay customs duties or import taxes.

We know that finding the right hat can be difficult and getting that perfect fit is important.  So we are committed to being flexible when it comes to returns and exchanges.  If you are not happy with your purchase for any reason, you can return it (within 90 days of receipt) for an exchange or full refund.

Returns from the UK, EU or USA are free. Please click here for our full returns policy and instructions.

If you are not sure what your hat size is, please follow these simple instructions to find your size.

Measure your head at the level you would want the hat to sit at when you are wearing it.  This can vary a little according to your personal preference, but normally it would be across the middle of the forehead, pass a thumb’s width above your ears and around the widest part of the back of your head. 

Use a tape measure or a piece of string to find your size in centimetres.

Once you have the measurement in centimetres, this should be the hat size for you.  You may wish to move up or down one size if you prefer a particularly loose or tight fit.

Our fuller sizing and measuring instructions can be found here: Borges & Scott Hat Sizing