Boss of the Plains style cowboy hat (Stetson manufactured the official Boss of the Plains hat. Although this hat may be a Boss of the Plains, there is no label remaining in

This handmade hat in Chinchilla is my take on the evolution of the Boss of the Plains hat from 1865. Like everything else in life, the Boss of the Plains hat evolved to suit the needs of its owner better. The brim curved up on the side is to allow the owner to swing a rope and not hit their hat, making it easier for a gentleman to tip his hat to the ladies. The lid has become as much a part of fashion as it has a function.