They are commonly called Trooper's Hats in Canada and Alaska. They are all the fashion right now in NYC. Most are made of rabbit fur with a quilted lining. A good source ( for lots of stuff) is www.sirmailorder.ca While I am at it, a good site with many resources for "traditional gear" is www.jackmountainbushcraft.com/gear.htm#knives. Somehow, the vision of Jonathan crossing the Transvaal in a troopers hat conjures images of stalking lions with curious looks on their faces <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />