Parts of a Big Baseball or Trucker Cap
A baseball & trucker cap consists of several distinct parts that come together to form the overall design and functionality of the hat. Here are the main parts of a typical baseball or trucker cap:
Crown: the crown is the main body of the cap that covers the top of the head. It gives the cap its characteristic shape and structure. The crown is typically made of several panels stitched together, which can vary in number and arrangement depending on the cap's style.
Button: The button is a small, often decorative, circular piece located at the top of the crown where all the panels come together. It is typically covered in fabric and is mainly a stylistic element.
Bill, Brim or Visor: The brim or visor is the stiff, flat or curved part of the cap that extends outward from the front of the crown. It serves the primary purpose of shading the wearer's eyes from the sun, check out our hats here. The length and shape of the brim can vary, and it can be made from materials like cardboard, plastic, or other stiff materials, it is then usually covered in a cotton or polyester fabric.
Eyelets: Eyelets are small ventilation holes located on the top part of the crown. They serve to allow air circulation, helping to keep the head cool and reduce sweating. Eyelets are often reinforced with metal grommets to prevent tearing.
Strap / Buckle / Closure: Most caps have an adjustable closure at the back. This allows the cap to be resized to fit different head sizes comfortably. Common closure types include Velcro straps, plastic snap fasteners, metal buckles, or stretchable bands with notches. In our time wearing hats this is where we’ve come into the most issues - since I personally have quite a big old nogging - I’m always stuck wearing my caps on the last buckle / last section of the strap. The strap is always coming loose and falling off in even the slightest wind. This is why everyone here at BH4BH have come together to make the highest quality extra large hats on the market! Made from extremely durable material, with a double rowed buckle and plenty of room for even the most sizeable skull - we’re confident that our big hats will knock your socks off.
Front Panel: The front panel of the cap is usually the largest panel and is where logos, graphics, or embroidery are often displayed. It's the most visible part of the cap when worn.
Side Panels: The side panels are the portions of the crown that wrap around the sides of the head. They provide structure to the cap and may also have extra design elements or branding. This is mostly prominent on baseball caps.
Back Panels / Mesh: The back panels are the sections of the crown that cover the back of the head. They may be made up of one or more panels and are often where the closure mechanism is located. On a trucker hat this is substituted with a breathable mesh - which helps to keep your head and hair cool and air circulated.
Sweatband Seam: This is the seam that joins the sweatband to the inside of the crown. It helps secure the sweatband in place and provides a finished look to the interior of the cap.
Sweatband: Inside the crown of the cap, there is often a sweatband, which is a band made of absorbent material (usually cotton) that helps absorb sweat and keep it away from the wearer's forehead. This is especially important during physical activities.
Labelling / Seal: Inside our Big hats for Big Heads hats you’ll notice there is a reinforced inside labelling / seal - this helps to add extra strength to the hat’s pannels and also is the clear hallmark of a BH4BH trucker / baseball hat.
These are the main components of a typical baseball and trucker cap. However, it's worth noting that there can be variations in design and construction, and specialty caps may have additional features or components, depending on their intended use or style. If your sick of buying hats that simply don’t fit - then consider checking out our latest product range here:
