The Longhunter | $300 | Only offered in coffee | 4in crown | 4in brim | Wait times may vary
English Style | $350 | Only offered in black | Hand Sewn Brim Ribbon +$30
French Style | $350 | Only offered in black | Hand Sewn Brim Ribbon +$30
History on The Tricorn
The term tricorn actually came into use as a historic reference after these hats were out of fashion. During the time tricorns were in widespread use, they were referred to as cocked hats because they were cocked up in order to show off the wig.
Showing off and protecting the powdered curls of ruffled and bewigged gents, the cocked hat later became symbolic of American patriots when worn wigless in the colonies. This fashion lasted from around 1680-1780.
Our tricorn hats feature original sides that can be hooked up or pulled down. American military officers during the revolution tended to wear the French Style (The Quakers preferred to leave the brims of their hats flaring out in order to shade the man and show the inner light) while many American citizen soldiers wore the English Style. The French Style is available with white or buff ribbon at no extra charge.
For those who desire all aspects of historical correctness, Clearwater Hat Company offers hand sewing of the brim ribbon (after all, the sewing machine wasn’t in general use until the 1850’s), use of entirely original equipment, and a limited supply of cockades.
Additional Charges:
Cockade - $30
Hand stitching - $30
History on The Longhunter Hat
Styled in the classic tradition of the early American woodsrunner, Clearwater Hats proudly offers The Longhunter. The Longhunter is a lower crown that is 4in–as these hats were in the eighteenth century–with a 4in wide brim. This is the hat seen in many paintings of the period. The Longhunter offers a period-correct alternative to the tricorn. Responding to the needs of those who go the extra historical mile, this style is a Clearwater Hat exclusive. The brim can be cocked to your specification, side or back, at no extra charge. Because of the limited short crown stock, please call to discuss your order.