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Our pick

Tilley T5 Cotton Duck Hat

Typical price · $80-95

Tilley T5: 100% cotton canvas, 3 in brim UPF 50+ sun protection, hidden pocket in crown, lifetime guarantee (replace if wears out-company commitment not rebuilding), made in Canada, floats in water, ties under chin. 15-…

What we were looking for

Tilley T5: 100% cotton canvas, 3 in brim UPF 50+ sun protection, hidden pocket in crown, lifetime guarantee (replace if wears out-company commitment not rebuilding), made in Canada, floats in water, t

Why this is our pick

Form narrowed to sun hat: wide brim, durable cotton duck, long lifespan plus lifetime guarantee. Breathable, abrasion-resistant, and designed for outdoor use for decades.

Why other products fell short

  • Beanies/fedoras/baseball caps are different Forms; cheap sun hats use thin fabric and fail sooner without a lifetime guarantee.

Evidence trail

What supports the call

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Category definitionEditorial standard

Tilley T5: 100% cotton canvas, 3 in brim UPF 50+ sun protection, hidden pocket in crown, lifetime guarantee (replace if wears out-company commitment not rebuilding), made in Canada, floats in water, t

Why the decision followsEditorial analysis

Form narrowed to sun hat: wide brim, durable cotton duck, long lifespan plus lifetime guarantee. Breathable, abrasion-resistant, and designed for outdoor use for decades.

What could overturn itComparative analysis

Beanies/fedoras/baseball caps are different Forms; cheap sun hats use thin fabric and fail sooner without a lifetime guarantee.

Ownership recordMaintenance and failure analysis

15-25 years WARRANTY

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What you’ll maintain
15-25 years
Why it lasts
WARRANTY
Other products considered
None recorded
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