Resistol San Antonio Silverbelly Cowboy Hat

This vintage Resistol San Antonio Silverbelly cowboy hat is a mid-century Western classic, made from Resistol’s durable fur-felt blend of beaver and rabbit — the material of choice for high-quality cowboy hats.

• Model: San Antonio (marked “SAN ANT.” on box label)

• Color: Silverbelly — Resistol’s iconic pale gray/beige shade

• Size: 7, brim 2 ¾"

• Sweatband: Leather, stamped “Self-Conforming • Melorol • Hand Creased”

• Liner: Satin with crest under clear plastic tip (1960s design)

• Lot Number: 1101 (internal Resistol production code)

• Box: Original brown tweed-pattern Resistol box with slogans “SELF-CONFORMING” and “MOST COMFORTABLE HAT MADE”

This hat has been stored in its original box for decades and has not been professionally cleaned (only lightly brushed). The felt body remains solid, and the leather sweatband is supple with no cracks. The liner shows light spotting typical of age.

Because the ribbon and brim rested directly against the box during long storage, there is light discoloration along contact areas, and one singular spot on the rear brim (see photos). These marks are consistent with authentic vintage storage and are considered normal patina by collectors, confirming originality rather than detracting from the hat’s character.

Overall, this is a well-preserved early–mid 1960s Resistol San Antonio Silverbelly, complete with its original box — an excellent piece for collectors or Western enthusiasts seeking a true period hat.

Buy with confidence — this is an authentic vintage Resistol hat, carefully stored in its original box for decades. Every detail has been photographed and described for transparency. Your hat will be double-boxed, padded, and shipped insured to ensure safe delivery. We take pride in handling collectibles with care so it arrives exactly as shown.

Shipping:

This hat will be shipped double-boxed via UPS Ground (or FedEx, depending on buyer’s location), fully insured and securely packed. Tracking provided upon shipment.