Sheepskin Trapper Fur Hat for Men – Winter Aviator Hat with Ear Flaps

Men's Fur Hats

Look closely at the wool on this hat. Each fiber is darker at the base and lighter at the tip, so the surface looks like it caught the first frost of the morning. It gives plain sheepskin a depth that one flat color never has, and it means no two of these hats come out exactly alike.

Rugged on the outside. Soft where it touches you.

Sheepskin Trapper Fur Hat with Frost-Tipped Wool

The name comes from the backcountry. Trappers and woodsmen working through northern winters needed a hat they could adjust by the hour: flaps down on the frozen lake, up again on the walk back through the trees. That flexibility is still the point of a trapper hat for men today.

Here the outer shell is smooth leather and the inside is deep sheepskin wool. It shares its roots with the aviator hat. Long side flaps fasten under the chin with ties, or lift and tie across the crown when the wind drops. Of all winter hats with ear flaps, this style is the simplest to work with gloves on, which matters more than it sounds at −20°C.

Men's Trapper Hat for Hikes, Camps and Long Cold Days

This is a hat for being out in it. Winter hiking, a cabin weekend, chopping firewood, a morning on a snowy trail with the dog running ahead. Comfortable down to around −25°C with the flaps lowered, and quick to open up the moment you start working hard.

Each one is cut from whole sheepskins and stitched by hand in Ukraine, and with care it lasts 10 to 15 winters. Want fur on the outside instead? Browse the ushanka hats collection. For town days, look at our mink caps and hats.

Sizing

Made in sizes 56 to 61 cm. The ties adjust the flaps, not the band, so go by the tape.

Specifications

• Material: Farm-raised sheepskin
• Style: Trapper hat with tie-down earflaps
• Sizes Available: 56–61 cm (see size guide above)
• Color: Two-tone wool, darker base with lighter tips
• Season: Winter, −10°C to −25°C (14°F to −13°F)
• Care: Dry storage, occasional combing, leather balm
• Origin: Handcrafted in Ukraine

Pack it for the first trip north this winter.

You Might Also Like

• Knitted Fur Hats — lighter warmth for milder outings
• Women's Fur Hats — for the person hiking beside you
• Men's Newsboy Caps — tweed caps for the shoulder seasons

More models of trapper and aviator hats on our official website Caps&HatsUA.

Questions People Ask

What size trapper hat do I need if my head measures 61 cm?

Size XL, the largest this model comes in, built for 61 cm. Larger heads often fight with hats that sit high and leave the ears half covered, so check that the tape runs over the fullest part of the back of your head, not above it. If your reading lands slightly over 61, ask us before ordering; a hat that's even a centimeter tight won't let the flaps reach their full length.

Why is the wool lighter at the tips, and will my hat look like the photo?

The two-tone effect is part of this hat's character: each fiber runs from a deeper base to a lighter end, which gives the wool a frosted look. Because every sheepskin is a little different, the contrast varies from hat to hat, with some showing a bold frost and others a softer one. Yours will have the same overall look as the photo, with its own pattern.

Is this hat warmer than the sheepskin bomber in your range?

About the same, since both use thick sheepskin wool under a leather shell and both handle roughly −25°C with the flaps down. The difference is feel and look. The trapper has a slightly taller crown and long, free-hanging side flaps that are easy to adjust with gloves on. The bomber sits closer to the head with a turn-up front flap. Choose the shape you like seeing in the mirror.

Can I hear traffic and conversations with the earflaps down?

Yes, though sound is softened. Sheepskin flaps cut wind noise sharply, which is a relief on exposed trails, but voices and car engines come through muffled rather than blocked. For cycling or walking along busy roads, many people tie the flaps loosely so there's a small gap at the ear. In a quiet forest you'll barely notice any difference once you're used to it.

Is a sheepskin trapper fur hat good for winter hiking and camping?

It's one of the better choices. Wool stays warm even when it gets a little damp from breath or sweat, something many winter hats struggle with at camp. Wear it with the flaps tied up while you climb and lower them at the top or around the evening fire. One tip: keep it off the fire side, since sparks can scorch wool and leather. At night it doubles as a warm hat for the sleeping bag.

Do moths attack sheepskin hats, and how do I protect mine?

They can, because moth larvae feed on wool. The risk is highest in summer storage, in dark closets where nothing gets moved for months. Store the hat clean, since moths prefer wool with skin oils on it, in a breathable cotton bag with a cedar block or lavender sachet. Take it out once mid-summer, shake it outdoors and put it back. That simple check stops most problems before they start.

The earflaps curled after drying. How do I get them flat again?

Leather edges sometimes curl if the hat dries unevenly. Lightly mist the leather side of the flap with water, then lay it flat under a folded towel with a book on top and leave it overnight at room temperature. Once dry, rub in a little leather conditioner to keep it supple. To prevent it in future, dry the hat with the flaps hanging down rather than tied up.

How do I tie the earflaps so they don't come loose in strong wind?

Use a bow with a double loop, the same way you'd double-knot a boot lace, under the chin rather than at the side. It holds in wind but still pulls open with one tug. When the flaps are up, tie them across the very top of the crown so the knot sits flat. If the ties feel short over a thick scarf, tie behind the head instead; the flaps still cover your ears.