This is a brimmed Marina Militare (MM) Officer's Hat, as worn issuing orders to hard-working seamen during patrols of the Adriatic, Tyrrhenian and other waters of the Mediterranean. 100% wool for maximum style on the open sea. Both a cool collectible and potential costuming piece. Wool construction Plastic visor Leather sweatbandItem may or may not come with the red cord as shown in the photo.