Brown Sheepskin Ushanka Hunting Hat for Men – Snap Earflaps
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Regular price $106.00
Men's Fur Hats
Some hats belong in the city. This one belongs on a frosty field edge at sunrise, on a forest track in November, or by the woodpile behind the house. A brown sheepskin ushanka with warm earth tones, thick wool inside, and earflaps that snap down the moment the wind turns.
Rugged. Warm. Made for outdoors.
Brown Sheepskin Ushanka: Leather Outside, Wool Inside
Sheepskin works as a single layer: tough leather facing the weather, dense wool facing you. The earflaps fasten with metal snaps rather than ties, so they go up or down with a single press, even in thick gloves. Down, they cover the ears, cheeks and jaw. Up, the hat sits as a compact, rounded cap with a fold of wool showing at the edges.
The brown runs from warm tan to deeper chestnut depending on the skin, so your hat will have its own shade.
A Hunting Hat and Everyday Men's Winter Hat in One
Earthy brown blends into autumn woods and winter fields, which makes it an obvious pick among men's hunting hats. It's just as useful for walking the dog, working outside or a cold commute. Snapped down, the flaps keep you warm to around −25°C; snapped up, it's fine for days near −10°C.
Hand-cut and sewn in Ukraine, this hat is good for 10–15 hard winters. For a lighter ushanka in mink or other fur, see the mink and fur ushankas; for a tweed option in early autumn, browse our newsboy caps.
Sizing
| Head Circumference | Size | US Hat Size | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56–57 cm (22"–22.4") | S–M | 7–7⅛ | Comfortable |
| 58–59 cm (22.8"–23.2") | M–L | 7¼–7⅜ | Standard |
| 60–61 cm (23.6"–24") | L–XL | 7½–7⅝ | Roomy |
Made in three size ranges. Check your number against the table; at the very top of a range, go one up.
Specifications
- Material: Real sheepskin (farm-raised): leather face, wool lining
- Style: Classic ushanka shape
- Earflaps: Metal press snaps, up or down
- Sizes Available: 56–57, 58–59 and 60–61 cm
- Color: Brown, tan to chestnut
- Season: Winter, −10°C to −25°C (14°F to −13°F)
- Care: Brush off dried dirt; leather cream
- Origin: Handcrafted in Ukraine
Built for mornings outside. Choose your size range and get it before the season opens.
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More models of brown sheepskin ushankas on our official website Caps&HatsUA.
Questions People Ask
My head is exactly 60 cm. Is that 58–59 or 60–61?
Go with 60–61. You're at the start of that range, so the hat will feel snug for the first few days and then settle as the wool beds in. The 58–59 would sit too high and press on the forehead, and sheepskin won't stretch a full centimetre. With the flaps snapped under the chin, the larger range stays firmly on your head.
Will it work as a hunting hat in cold weather?
Yes, for cold days in a stand, blind or on a slow walk. The wool keeps you warm while you sit still, the leather sheds drizzle, and brown blends with bare woods and fields. One tip: metal snaps make a small click, so fasten the flaps before you move into position. Where regulations require blaze orange, wear it over or alongside this hat.
Brown or grey snap ushanka: is there any difference besides color?
The construction is identical: leather outside, wool inside, metal snaps and the same three size ranges. The difference is the look and how each handles dirt. Brown has a warm, outdoorsy feel and disguises mud and dust from tracks and fields. Grey looks cooler and more urban, and hides road salt better. Choose the shade that suits where you spend your winter.
Does brown sheepskin change color with age?
Slightly, and most owners like the result. Leather picks up a gentle patina where it's handled most, usually the flap edges and the front. The color deepens a little and gains character rather than fading. Keep it conditioned once or twice a season and store it out of direct sun over summer, and the change stays even and attractive.
The new hat feels a bit stiff. How do I break it in?
Just wear it. A couple of evenings at home, snapping the flaps up and down now and then, starts the process. Sheepskin softens with body warmth and movement, and the wool shapes itself to your head. Within a week of regular wear, the stiffness disappears. Don't heat it on a radiator or with a hair dryer to speed things up; that dries out the leather.
It got muddy on a walk. Can I wash it?
No. Soaking and machine washing ruin sheepskin. Let the mud dry completely, then brush it off with a stiff brush. Remaining marks on the leather come off with a slightly damp cloth, followed by a little leather cream. If the wool inside gets dirty, take the hat to a sheepskin or leather cleaner rather than trying it at home.
Do metal snaps freeze or stick in deep frost?
Rarely. Metal snaps keep working well below −20°C, unlike plastic ones, which can turn brittle. If wet snow freezes inside a snap, warm it between your fingers for a few seconds and it opens normally. To prevent it, brush snow off the flaps before snapping them up, especially after a day in wet, heavy snowfall.
Snaps and plain brown, or ties and tipped wool: this or the trapper?
The trapper has wool with lighter tips and earflaps fastened with ties. This ushanka has a plain, even brown and quick metal snaps. Both are sheepskin and both handle about −25°C. Pick the trapper if you like a more rugged, two-tone look and adjustable ties; pick this one if you want speed and a cleaner, single-color finish.
