I ordered this Eclipse hat in "XL", it was too large even with the reducers. Ruediger Hats was helpful with the return process, and even made some nice concessions, I had it changed for the "L" size, which is a snug fit, but it should slightly stretch out. . I really like this hat and intend to do some of my own modifications, perhaps change out the wood element for one of my own choosing. Pictures to come.
Superb open road style hat. I can't compare it to the Stetson, they have distressed one but it seems to sold out Everytime I am ready to order. Thank you Ruediger, I don't want to take it off. Gents if you don't like attention and positive comments, don't buy this hat. Perfect fit meaning size is correct still breaking it in. Stiff brim and crown. No floppy hat here. Thanks again Ruediger. Now I need open road straw hat from Ruediger for the summer months.
I thought my fedora was a pair of boots I ordered that's how well boxed and packaged it was. So so pleasantly surprised of how it looks in person. The construction, feel, appearance-AMAZING. The quality.... well beyond what I could imagine, FANTASTIC Great job Ruediger. Rock rock on!!!
2nd hat I have purchased from Ruediger simply high quality and prompt shipping highly recommend ruediger
I had purchased a hat , and happy to get pretty quickly. The communication was good on shipping time. It arrived in a box in good condition , except there was no plastic covering to keep it clean from dust or dirt. I also didn’t receive the 2 free hat reducers that supposed to have have come with my purchase that was stated in the description, but probably ok because the hat size is a bit small and I’ll have to stretch it out a bit anyways to get the perfect fit. Overall very happy with my purchase and look forward to other purchases.
Was not packed like previous hat purchases, no paper work and hat not in plastic bag. Box bent and hat out of shape
Absolutely love this hat. Very well made solid feels great on the head. I have two Open Roads and a Whippet and I find myself grabbing this hat all the time.
I am a smaller guy and the narrower brim and shorter crown really work for me. I just wish you offered other colors with the same dimensions I would buy all of them
Love the hat.. good quality, however the shipping quality could be better. The hat box was torn and a bit flimsy but overall the hat was not damaged.
I own two Stetson Open Roads… this is the standard in my opinion. I had an event recently that needed a darker color than I have and didn’t feel right pulling the $ for another Open Road. This hat was exactly what one would hope for in this case… it’s a solid second place to the Open Road which is like a silver medal in the Olympics. lol. Love the quality from hat self to packaging… very sturdy and well fitted.
It's too big. I was going to exchange it when I get back from Florida next Tuesday. Very nicely made though.
I was truly surprised and impressed with the quality and looks of this hat!! My new #1.. now my Go To hat!!