Frequently Asked Questions
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The Rancher Cap is our warmest traditional wool cap, built for serious winter weather. Compared with the Original Stormy Kromer Cap, it features 200-gram Thinsulate™ insulation in the crown and longer fleece-lined earbands for added warmth and coverage. When the earbands are pulled down, they fully cover your ears and extend farther down the neck.
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Yes. The Rancher Cap's extended earbands fully cover your ears when pulled down and provide additional coverage at the back of the neck.
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The Rancher Cap is built for people who put warmth and function first. With 200-gram Thinsulate™ insulation, fleece-lined earbands, and extended coverage, it's made for those who spend real time outdoors in the cold. Whether you're ice fishing, snow blowing, working outside, or simply refuse to let winter slow you down, the Rancher is built to keep you comfortable in harsh conditions.
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No. The Rancher Cap is lined with soft cotton flannel, and the sweatband is made from a comfortable polycotton blend. The earbands are lined with fleece, so the wool outer shell never sits directly against your skin.
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Use a soft tape measure to measure around your head where you like your hat to sit. Divide that measurement by 3.14 (π), then round up to the nearest 1/8. This is your Stormy Kromer hat size. If you don't have a tape measure, you can also use a piece of string and measure it against a ruler. Please remember that these hats generally do not stretch over time. If your measurement falls between sizes, or if you prefer a looser fit, we recommend sizing up.
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Dry cleaning is the best way to care for your Rancher Cap. For small spills or stains, spot cleaning is often enough. If your cap gets wet from rain or snow, let it air dry naturally away from direct heat or sunlight. Never put your wool cap in the dryer, as the heat can cause it to shrink.
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Posted by Carlos Alvarez on Nov 25th 2019
So glad I found out about the SK hat. The feel & fit are fantastic. My noggin has never been protected from wind & cold like it is under this SK hat. Won’t be my last SK hat.
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Posted by Jo on Nov 25th 2019
This was purchased as a Christmas gift for my husband. He has been wanting one for years! The quality is great. The ear flap will be great for Midwest winters. I’m sure he will love it!
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Posted by Jim Hoock on Nov 22nd 2019
Great product and packaging. A complete pleasure to do business with.
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Posted by Michael Gannon on Nov 22nd 2019
I am very pleased with Stormy Kromer and the way you folks handle your business
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Posted by Will LeRoy on Nov 20th 2019
Best winter hat I have ever owned. Ever will own. Ever want to own. Period.
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Posted by Doug on Nov 19th 2019
You can feel the warmth just by looking at it !
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Posted by Keith Nickolisen on Nov 13th 2019
Awesome hat, super comfortable. It’s got to be cold to wear it as the insulation is really warm. My first SK and definitely won’t be my last.
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Posted by Steve Waters on Nov 8th 2019
The fit is fantastic. Use of Thinsulate is fantastic. I have no idea why Thinsulate isn't used more often in hats.
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Posted by Frank in Colorado on Nov 7th 2019
This is the second Rancher that I have purchased. Still have the original after10 years although the bill is showing a little wear. The cap is warm, comfortable, and covers the back of my neck and ears quite well.