Okay, so, I’ve been diving deep into the world of umpire hats lately, specifically those New Era ones. You know, the ones you see on the field during MLB games? Yeah, those. Here’s how it all started and what I got into.
It all kicked off with me just being curious. I mean, I watch a lot of baseball, and I started noticing the umpires’ hats. They’ve got this distinct look, you know? So, I decided to look into it. Turns out, New Era is the go-to brand for these hats. They make the 59Fifty model, which is like, the official cap for both Major and Minor League Baseball. And not just baseball, they’re also big in the NFL and NBA. Pretty cool, huh?
Digging Deeper
So, I started poking around, trying to find out where these hats are made. From what I gathered, a lot of them come from China and Vietnam, but there’s also a bit of production happening in Florida. It’s interesting how they mix their own production with some contracted work and third-party guys. They say they care about human rights and the planet, which is nice to hear.
The Hunt for My Own
Then, I got this idea to get one for myself. Not that I’m umpiring any games, but I just thought it would be a cool addition to my collection. I went on this whole search, checking out different places online where they sell these. Found out there are tons of options, but I wanted the real deal, the authentic 59Fifty. They’ve got this one with a light green crown that’s pretty slick.
Running into a Funny Story
While I was at it, I stumbled upon this story about the Oakland A’s. Apparently, they had this New Era hat that they had to pull from their site because it had some, uh, let’s say, “inappropriate” lettering. But get this, some people actually bought it before they took it down! I had a good laugh about that one.
Sharing My Finds
I thought it would be cool to share what I found with other baseball fans, so I started posting about it in some forums. It’s always fun to see what other people think and what kind of hats they’re into. Some folks are all about the New Era 39THIRTY, and others say the ’47 Brand is where it’s at for comfort. But man, those New Era hats can be pricey! Fifty bucks for a hat? That’s a bit much.
Wrapping It Up
- Got curious about umpire hats and discovered New Era is the main brand.
- Learned about where they’re made and their production practices.
- Searched for and eventually found an authentic 59Fifty for myself.
- Shared my journey and findings with other baseball enthusiasts online.
So, that’s my little adventure into the world of New Era umpire hats. It was a fun ride, and I ended up learning a lot more than I expected. Plus, now I’ve got a pretty sweet hat to show for it!
