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"Absolutely the best hat I’ve ever owned! It’s stylish, comfy and well wearing! I have already ordered a second one to use on just my travels. This Akubra definitely makes a statement!"
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The Byron is your go-to summer hat since 1991, crafted with a lightweight weave and a low telescopic crown for effortless wear. Its firm weave provides both shade and airflow, keeping you cool even in the height of summer. An extra shellac treatment reinforces its shape, allowing it to withstand light rain while maintaining the timeless durability Akubra is known for—making it a reliable companion for any adventure. A true summer staple, built to last.
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Byron
$170.00
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89 South Street
South Kempsey NSW 2440
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Orders are shipped within 1-2 business days. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. For more information view our delivery times here.
Australia: Startrack Express
Pick up: Available at all Akubra stores.
New Zealand: Australia Post eParcel
International: DHL Express. All orders are shipped Delivered Duty Paid (DDP).
Returns are accepted within 60 days for exchange or store credit only. Refunds are not available. For more information view our returns policy. You can request your return via our Returns Portal.
For all customer care enquiries including online orders, product queries, please contact our support team.
Call or SMS: 1800 AKUBRA or +61 440 136 027
Email: online@akubra.com.au
Live Chat: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
We're closed on weekends & public holidays.
Discover hat care instructions, from cleaning to storage, and find quick answers to frequently asked questions here.
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 13 reviews.
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"Absolutely the best hat I’ve ever owned! It’s stylish, comfy and well wearing! I have already ordered a second one to use on just my travels. This Akubra definitely makes a statement!"
"Lightweight and easy to wear. Amazing material and great design for summer."
"It was fine. It met every criteria for a hat."
"Very comfortable in sunny, warm climate of Malta. Stylish, comfortable, and all at a reasonable price. I am very happy with my straw porkpie. ."
"I enjoy wearing this hat along with two other straw hats from Akubra. Would love to see you guys bring back the Hemp Range hat."
"Very good aeration and light to wear Great in summertime"
"Love the fit, look and quality. Ordering and shipping very easy. It’s my second Akubra! Great hats."
"I get complimented on this hat constantly and it seems to me that this is real quality."
"Great, well made hat."
"Great summer hat, fits perfectly"

HERITAGE
Founded in Tasmania by Benjamin Dunkerley in 1876, the Akubra hat is built for exploration and handcrafted for toughness and has become a pure Australian icon.

PROVENANCE
Born in Australia. Made in Kempsey. It takes 6 weeks to make an Akubra hat, there are 162 steps in the process, passing through 60 pairs of hands.

QUALITY
Handcrafted from the finest materials. Rabbit fur felt is an inherently strong and water resistant fibre, designed to withstand the harshest of environments.
THE AKUBRA HAT IS BUILT FOR [exploration] AND HANDCRAFTED FOR [toughness]