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Suede And Nubuck Cleaning Kit

$15 at American Hat Makers, as of Nov 6, 2026
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90-dayeasy returns*
50-yearcraftsmanship guarantee*

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Try it on

Our take · Researched, not tested

A bar and a brush for suede that has seen some miles.

Suede and nubuck don't take kindly to soap and water, so this kit works dry. The suede bar lifts oils and dirt and is suited to lighter leathers, and the brush raises the nap back up after cleaning. Regular brushing keeps the surface looking fresh. If you own a suede hat, boots or jacket, this is the kit to reach for.

Walt's tip: Brush in one direction with light strokes, and test the bar on a hidden spot first.

What the store lists

  • Material: Leather
  • Water resistant: Listed as water resistant

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Specs and fit

Type
Hat care
Material
Leather
Brim
Not listed
Crown
Not listed
Features
Water resistant
Sizes
One size
Origin
Not listed
brim not listedcrown n/a
Side view on a 7 in head, drawn to scale. Dashed lines mean the store doesn't list that number.

Great for

  • Cleaning suede and nubuck without water
  • Light colored suede

Skip it if

  • You need a hat that packs flat: the store doesn't list it as packable
  • You need a fitted size: this one is one size

How it compares

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SpecSuede And Nubuck Cleaning Kit
This hat
Self Sticking Reducer
Half Size Reducer
Standard Sizer
Price$15$9$8$8
TypeHat careHat careHat careHat care
MaterialLeatherNot listedNot listedNot listed
BrimNot listedNot listedNot listedNot listed
Packs flatNot statedNot statedNot statedNot stated
UPFNot statedNot statedNot statedNot stated
VentedNot statedNot statedNot statedNot stated
SizesOne sizeOne sizeOne sizeOne size

Questions

How do you care for a leather hat like the Suede And Nubuck Cleaning Kit?
Wipe it with a soft, barely damp cloth and let it dry away from heat, which can stiffen and crack leather. A leather conditioner keeps it supple; test it inside the crown first. Never machine-wash it.
What if it doesn't fit?
American Hat Makers states 90-day easy returns (per American Hat Makers, as stated on their site Nov 6, 2026). Check the store's current policy before you buy; its page is the final word.
Who sells it?
American Hat Makers, our Preferred Brand. We don't sell anything ourselves; the button takes you to the store. We earn a commission if you buy, at no cost to you.

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