Beyond expectations
This will make you understand the difference between real fur and that synthetic fish wool that the com block likes to use. It is SOFT beyond words, like a pillow on your head. Get this, not that other garbage.
Whether you’re suited to the slavic-chic look, live in the northern wastes, or just want to rile up PETA, our fresh batch of Ukrainian rabbit fur ushankas is just what you’re looking for.
Directly translated to “ear hat,” the ushanka is an iconic piece of Eurasian fashion, known for its incredible warmth in sub-zero temperatures and for blocking fierce Arctic winds. The ear flaps feature simple ties for fastening under the chin in harsh conditions or folding the flaps up out of the way for comfort and hearing. No matter what, you'll be looking straight out of Stalingrad when you pair this up with your favorite greatcoat or parka - the more fur the better.
Made from 100% former rabbits, these ushankas are soft, weather-resistant, easy to spot clean, and exceptionally warm and cozy. These aren't the cheap fish fur substitutes issued to Soviet conscripts...
Fur color may vary on ushankas.
Specs
Sizing
Our Ushankas are, for the most part, true to size. Ushankas fit slightly tighter when the ears are tied upright, and slightly looser when the ears are deployed down. We absolutely recommend measuring the circumference of your head at its widest to confirm your hat size. If you have any doubts about your head size, it's not a bad idea to move up one size.
A Note on Resizing
Since these are made of real rabbit fur instead of some kind of horrific synthetic imitation, it's simple to embiggen the ushanka's circumference without damaging it or compromising its warmth or weather-repellent features. This method will allow you to expand the ushanka 1-2 sizes.
This will make you understand the difference between real fur and that synthetic fish wool that the com block likes to use. It is SOFT beyond words, like a pillow on your head. Get this, not that other garbage.
With this jiggly boy you can be a beacon of fluffiness & warmth for every cold peasant that walks your way.
Remember to comb it a bit to get loose hair out!
After toughing out another shitty Appalachian winter I've really come to appreciate this fur hat.
So to start, the "smell" I mentioned in my previous (also the first) review is likely just the natural smell of rabbits and shipping crates, nothing offensive smelling just, different, it smells like an eastern market would.
Secondly, this hat has saved my ass a few times. I've found myself in a frigid icy cold valley where the sun didn't shine a few times, and if not for this hat being on my head it would have been MUCH worse. This fur hat far outpaces ANY beanie in keeping heat close to your head, it does it so well it can actually make your head sweat!
It's more than just a fashion statement, it's a survival tool. It's no mystery why the men of east donned these hats for centuries.