Paulo

Name: Paulo | Mens Natural Wide Brim Straw Safari Sun Hat
Brand: American Hat Makers
Price: 83.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Mens Natural Wide Brim Straw Safari Sun Hat

$83 at American Hat Makers, as of Nov 6, 2026

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A natural straw safari hat with a 3 1/2 in brim for real sun.

By Margo Lane, straw and sun hats desk Pen name, fact-checked by our team

The Paulo is a safari-shaped sun hat in soft natural straw, with a 4 in crown and a 3 1/2 in brim that does a good job shading your face. A thin suede leather band ends in tails, and AHM's velcro sweatband adjusts inside. Sizes run SM through XL. Straw is the warm-weather choice, which makes this one a fit for fishing boats, beach walks and tropical vacations.

Margo's tip: A wide brim is cheaper than a sunburn. Still bring the sunscreen for your arms.

What the store lists

Material: Lightweight Soft Straw
Shape: Safari
Brim: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm)
Crown height: 4 in
Trim: Thin Suede Leather Band with Tails
Sweatband: AHM Velcro
Vented: Vents or mesh for airflow
Origin: Imported, per the store

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Specs and fit

Type: Outback hat (Safari)
Material: Lightweight Soft Straw
Brim: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm)
Crown: 4 in
Trim: Thin Suede Leather Band with Tails
Sweatband: AHM Velcro
Features: Vented
Sizes: SM, MD, LG, XL
Color: Natural
Origin: Imported

Side view on a 7 in head, drawn to scale. Dashed lines mean the store doesn't list that number.

Great for

Fishing boats and beach walks
Tropical vacations
Shade from a 3 1/2 in brim

Skip it if

You need a hat that packs flat: the store doesn't list it as packable
You want a stated UPF rating: this listing doesn't give one
You want a cold-weather hat: look at felt

How it compares

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Spec	Paulo This hat	Zanzibar Men's	Zanzibar Men's	Zanzibar Men's
Price	$83	$79	$79	$79
Type	Outback hat	Outback hat	Outback hat	Outback hat
Material	Straw	Straw	Straw	Straw
Brim	3 1/2 in	3 1/2 in	3 1/2 in	3 1/2 in
Packs flat	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated
UPF	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated
Vented	Yes	Not stated	Not stated	Not stated
Sizes	SM, MD, LG, XL	S/M, L/XL	S/M, L/XL	S/M, L/XL

Questions

How should it fit?

Level on your head, about a finger above your eyebrows, clearing the tops of your ears. Sizes in stock run SM to XL. SM fits heads 21 to 21 7/8 in (54 to 55 cm) on American Hat Makers' chart. Between sizes, size up and add an insert.

Is the Paulo UPF rated?

The listing doesn't state a UPF rating, so don't assume one. The 3 1/2 inch brim still gives real shade. Hold it up to a bright light: if light shows through, so does UV.

Does it pack flat?

The store doesn't list it as packable, so don't fold it. Folding straw cracks the weave. Wear it when you travel, or set it crown down in the overhead bin.

How do you clean the Paulo?

Brush off dust with a soft brush and dab marks with a barely damp cloth. American Hat Makers suggests cornstarch for sweat or grease spots, brushed off after it sits. Never soak straw, and let it dry on its crown.

Can you return it?

Per American Hat Makers, as stated on their site Nov 6, 2026, it offers 90-day easy returns. Policies change, so confirm on the store's page before you order.

Do you sell this hat?

No. American Hat Makers sells it. The store button opens their product page, and we earn a commission if you buy, at no cost to you.

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