{"title":"Gambler Hats","description":"\u003cp\u003eA flat crown with Old West character. Our gambler hats are crafted from wool felt and natural straw, giving you a structured western hat with a distinctive oval crown and wide, flat brim.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gambler hat stands out from other western hats with its flat, oval crown and level brim. This clean, structured shape gives it a refined look that works for both smart and casual settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWool felt gambler hats hold their shape well and suit cooler weather. Straw gambler hats breathe in the heat and work perfectly for summer. The flat crown sits lower on the head than a traditional cowboy hat, making it easier to wear indoors and more comfortable for all day use. The wide brim still offers solid sun protection for your face and neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGambler hats suit country events, western themed weddings, festivals, and everyday wear for anyone who wants a distinctive look. Gambler cowboy hats pair well with western shirts, denim, and smart casual outfits. At Carriston, we stock gambler hats in a range of colours and materials for wholesale and retail customers looking for quality western style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGambler Hat Questions Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a gambler hat?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gambler hat is a western style hat with a flat, oval crown and a wide, level brim. It sits lower on the head than a traditional cowboy hat and has a neater, more refined profile. The style originated in the American South in the 1800s and remains popular today for its distinctive look and practical shape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are they called gambler hats?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gambler hat takes its name from the riverboat gamblers of the American South in the 1800s. Professional card players on Mississippi riverboats favoured this style because the flat, low crown was practical for indoor wear and looked refined enough for high stakes tables. The name stuck, and the hat became associated with sharp dressers and southern gentlemen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a gambler hat and a cowboy hat?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main difference is the crown shape. A cowboy hat has a tall, creased crown that comes to a point or curve at the top. A gambler hat has a flat, oval crown that sits much lower on the head. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopcarriston.com\/collections\/cowboy-hats\"\u003eCowboy hats\u003c\/a\u003e also tend to have curved brims that turn up at the sides, while gambler hats usually have a flatter, more level brim. Both offer good sun protection, but the gambler hat has a neater, more compact profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"black-wool-felt-gambler-hat","title":"Classic Black Gambler Hat with Silver Band","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"253\"\u003eA black wool felt Carriston western gambler hat with a wide flat brim, low telescope crown, and silver concho hatband - stylish, crushable, and packable for year-round wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"271\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"462\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eMaterial: Wool felt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eBrim width: 8cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eCrown: Telescope (low)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eHatband: Silver concho buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eCrushable \u0026amp; packable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"446\"\u003eShape: Gambler style\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"546\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"492\"\u003eS: 55cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eM: 57cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"516\"\u003eL: 59cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eXL: 61cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"546\"\u003eXXL: 62cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GAM2697BLK","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Black","offer_id":56834238021977,"sku":"GAM2697BLK-S","price":55.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Black","offer_id":56834238054745,"sku":"GAM2697BLK-M","price":55.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Black","offer_id":56834238087513,"sku":"GAM2697BLK-L","price":55.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"X-Large \/ Black","offer_id":56834238120281,"sku":"GAM2697BLK-XL","price":55.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"XX-Large \/ Black","offer_id":56834238153049,"sku":"GAM2697BLK-XXL","price":55.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/1345\/9289\/files\/classic-black-gambler-hat-silver-band-2311163.jpg?v=1773446753"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/1345\/9289\/collections\/gambler-hats-7655385.jpg?v=1773372589","url":"https:\/\/carristonhat.com\/collections\/gambler-hats.oembed","provider":"CARRISTON","version":"1.0","type":"link"}