Stetson
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Read our full verification: Is Stetson Made in USA?Est. 1865
Stetson has been manufacturing products in Garland, TX since 1865. We carry 5 verified American-made Stetson products.
The Hat That Won the West
John B. Stetson began making hats in Philadelphia in 1865 after observing that Western settlers needed a hat designed for the environment they actually lived in — wide-brimmed for sun and rain protection, made from durable felt that would shed water without losing its shape, and substantial enough to serve as a bucket, fan, or signal flag when needed. The Boss of the Plains design — a simple high-crown, flat-brim hat — became the template that all Western hats have since followed.
Stetson's manufacturing moved to Garland, Texas, and the company continues domestic production of felt cowboy hats at that facility. The felt hats use a blend of rabbit and beaver fur fibers processed through the traditional felting process: the fibers are moistened, matted, and shrunk into the dense, water-resistant material that gives Stetson hats their characteristic drape and durability. The quality of the felt is graded by its fur content — higher-grade hats use more beaver fur, which is finer and more water-resistant than rabbit.
Hat Grades and the Felt Quality System
Stetson grades its felt hats by the X system, where higher X values indicate higher proportions of beaver fur in the blend. The 4X and 6X hats use felt with significant beaver content, producing a finer surface texture, better moisture resistance, and more refined drape than entry-level hats. The grade system is not standardized across hat makers, but within the Stetson line the grades are consistent.
For buyers choosing a Stetson hat: the practical difference between a 4X and a 6X hat is durability in wet conditions and the quality of the surface finish. For regular ranch or outdoor use where the hat will get wet and be reshaped regularly, a 4X or 6X hat is worth the premium over entry-level felt. For occasional use or dress occasions, a lower-grade felt performs adequately. The Garland, Texas manufacturing and the 160-year heritage make Stetson the definitive American cowboy hat regardless of grade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stetson made in the USA?
Yes. Stetson manufactures 5 verified products in Garland, TX. Stetson has made cowboy hats in the United States since John B. Stetson founded the company in 1865, producing the hats that defined Western American style and continuing domestic manufacturing in Garland, Texas today.
Where is Stetson manufactured?
Stetson is headquartered in Garland, TX. Manufacturing takes place in Garland, TX.
What Stetson products can I buy?
We carry 5 verified Stetson products across Clothing & Apparel. Every listing links directly to Amazon with verified American manufacturing.
When was Stetson founded?
Stetson was founded in 1865. Stetson has made cowboy hats in the United States since John B. Stetson founded the company in 1865, producing the hats that defined Western American style and continuing domestic manufacturing in Garland, Texas today.