Grey Sheepskin Fur Hat for Men – Visor Cap with Earflaps

Men's Fur Hats

Some hats you save for good days. This is the one you grab every morning without thinking, the one that ends up on the hook by the door from November to March.

Grey, sturdy, warm. No fuss.

Grey Sheepskin Fur Hat: Visor Cap with Earflaps

Picture a classic cap with a leather peak, then add thick grey sheepskin on the earflaps and around the back of the head. That's this hat. The leather crown and visor give it a neat, cap-like front; the woolly sheepskin takes care of the parts of your head that actually get cold.

The flaps have three settings: lowered and fastened beneath the chin, folded back, or tied across the crown. Each skin is a little different, so the grey varies slightly from one cap to the next.

A Shearling Cap for Everyday Winter

This sheepskin hat is a working hat in the best sense. School runs, dog walks, a trip to the hardware store, an afternoon clearing the drive. With the flaps down it handles roughly −25°C; tie them away when the sun comes out.

Our Ukrainian workshop sews every one by hand, made to last 10 to 15 seasons of daily use. For thicker coverage with no visor, see the ushanka hats collection; for something dressier, browse the mink fur caps.

Sizing

Made in sizes 56 through 61 cm. There's no strap at the back, so the measurement decides.

Specifications

• Material: Grey sheepskin (farm-raised) with leather crown and visor
• Style: Visor cap with tie earflaps
• Earflaps: Three tie positions
• Sizes Available: 56–61 cm (see size guide above)
• Color: Grey
• Season: Winter, −10°C to −25°C (14°F to −13°F)
• Care: Wool comb; damp cloth and cream for leather
• Origin: Handcrafted in Ukraine

One hat, the whole winter. Select your size.

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More models of sheepskin and shearling hats on our official website Caps&HatsUA.

Questions People Ask

Does long hair or a ponytail change the size I need?

It can. Measure with your hair the way you'll wear it under the hat. Thick or longer hair can add half a centimeter to a full centimeter, and a low ponytail or bun pushes the back of a structured cap up. If you usually wear your hair tied low, take the next size up and let the earflaps settle over it; the back panel of sheepskin is soft enough to cover it comfortably.

Why choose grey sheepskin instead of brown or black?

Grey is the most practical shade for daily wear. It hides the light dusting of road salt, grit and snowmelt that shows up on black, and it doesn't look as rustic as brown can. It sits easily with navy, black, olive and denim, so it works with whatever coat you grab. If you want one hard-working winter hat rather than a statement piece, grey is the sensible choice.

Why is this sheepskin hat less expensive than the mink caps?

Mostly because of the material. Sheepskin is more widely available than mink, and a single skin covers more of the hat, so fewer pelts need to be sourced and matched. The leather and handwork are the same quality as on our other pieces. You're simply paying for a sturdier, more everyday fur rather than a luxury one, which is exactly what this cap is meant to be.

Does sheepskin wool itch on the ears or cheeks?

Very rarely. Sheepskin used for hats has soft, fine wool that's tanned on the hide, so it feels more like a plush fleece than a scratchy sweater. Most people who find knitted wool hats itchy are fine with sheepskin. If your skin is very sensitive, the flaps can be tied back so they rest above the cheeks rather than against them on milder days.

Can I shape or curve the leather visor?

A little, gently. The visor is stiffened to keep its line, but you can add a slightly deeper curve by bending it softly in your hands over a few days. Do it at room temperature, never with heat or steam, which can crack leather. If the peak gets wet and warps, press it back into shape while it's still damp and let it dry slowly away from radiators.

Will this shearling cap fit under a parka hood?

Yes, in most cases. Flaps up, the cap is compact enough to sit under an average parka hood, and the visor actually helps hold the hood off your face. Lowered, the flaps still fit under roomier hoods, giving you two layers on very windy days. In tight technical hoods it can feel cramped, so wear it on its own there.

Why do the earflaps tie on top instead of folding inside the crown?

Because sheepskin flaps are thick. Tucked inside, they would crowd the crown and push the cap up off your forehead. Tied on top, they stay full-sized, so when you lower them they reach well past the ears and cover the jaw and the back of the neck. It's a slightly more rugged look than a cap with hidden flaps, and noticeably warmer in strong wind.

Grey sheepskin visor cap or mink cap with earflaps: which is right for me?

Think about use and budget. This sheepskin cap is the tougher, more practical option: great for errands, outdoor chores and people who'd rather not baby a hat, and kinder on the wallet. A mink cap with earflaps is lighter, sleeker and dressier, with flaps that hide inside the crown. Both have a visor and keep your ears warm in serious cold.