Thought about buying this for a while, finally bought a Tilley TH5 Hemp hat, very pleased with it. This is not a cheap holiday sunhat, but a quality year-round product that I expect this to last many years. The manufacturer also gives a lifetime guarantee.
In Aberdeenshire, it's a hat for cold wet days rather than keeping the sun off. The hat is much more comfortable than a cagoule hood, the brim keeps your face and shoulders dry, the hemp is excellent for repelling water and being breathable. Way better than an umbrella in town, the cords also tie-down for windy days.
The sizing is really important for comfort, 7 1/2 was too tight, the 7 3/4 too loose, the 7 5/8 was just right.