Columbia 183700 Fishing Hat Review
Our verdict
The Columbia 183700 Fishing Hat sells for $30.00 and carries a 4.8 star average across 1,300 reviews, the highest rating in this comparison, with 100+ bought last month backing a cotton-elastane blend from an established outdoor brand with a track record of consistent quality.
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Anglers who want the highest-rated hat in this comparison from a recognized outdoor brand, at a mid-range price well under the $60.00 to $75.00 premium alternatives.
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Skip this if 100+ bought last month feels low compared to the 5,000+ monthly volume seen on the cheapest hat in this comparison, since that budget option moves far more units despite a lower rating.
- Material 2% elastane, 98% cotton
- Color Marine Light/Fish Flag
- Pieces 1
- Priced 77% above the category median ($16.99 across 121 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 1,300 owner ratings
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Popularity3.6/5
1,300 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
A 4.8 star rating is a hard number to beat, and the Columbia 183700 Fishing Hat posts exactly that across 1,300 reviews, the top mark in this four-hat comparison. At $30.00, it sits in the middle of the price range, well above the sub-$17 budget hats but a third to half the cost of the $60.00 and $75.00 Sunday hats.
The fabric blend of 2 percent elastane and 98 percent cotton is unique among the hats compared here, where the others use polyester, polycotton, or nylon. Elastane adds a small amount of stretch to an otherwise cotton-dominant build, which can help with fit consistency across different head sizes. The Marine Light and Fish Flag colorway leans into a recognizable fishing aesthetic rather than plain camo or solid tones.
With 100+ bought last month, demand sits in the same steady tier as the premium Sunday hats rather than matching the 5,000+ monthly volume of the cheapest budget option in this comparison. That pattern, a top rating paired with moderate rather than mass-market purchase volume, is consistent with a recognized brand name commanding a price premium over generic alternatives while still drawing a loyal buyer base.
Pros
- 4.8 star average rating, the highest of any hat in this comparison
- 1,300 reviews backing that top rating, a substantial sample
- Cotton-elastane blend adds stretch for a more consistent fit
- Marine Light/Fish Flag colorway with a distinct fishing-branded look
- 100+ bought last month showing steady demand
- Currently InStock and available to order at $30.00
Cons
- At $30.00, it costs roughly double the cheapest budget hats in this comparison
- 100+ bought last month is far below the 5,000+ monthly volume of the top-selling budget hat
- Cotton-elastane construction may not shed water as readily as the nylon or polyester hats here
- Only one listed colorway, Marine Light/Fish Flag
Specifications
| Material | 2% elastane, 98% cotton |
|---|---|
| Color | Marine Light/Fish Flag |
| Pieces | 1 |
Performance notes
A blend of 98 percent cotton and 2 percent elastane trades some of the water resistance seen in the nylon and polyester hats in this comparison for added stretch and fit consistency, since elastane allows the material to flex slightly rather than fitting rigidly. Cotton-dominant fabrics also tend to breathe well in dry heat, though they can hold moisture longer than synthetic blends if soaked. The Marine Light/Fish Flag colorway is styled specifically around fishing branding rather than a generic camo or solid pattern. At $30.00 for one piece, it lands squarely between the budget hats under $17 and the premium $60.00 to $75.00 Sunday hats in this lineup. Anglers who value brand reputation and a proven fit over maximum water resistance may find that tradeoff worthwhile at this price.
What buyers say
A 4.8 star average across 1,300 reviews is the highest rating posted by any hat in this comparison, edging out the 4.7 stars held by both the Home 4345729073 and Sunday S2A01392 hats. The review count of 1,300 is a solid sample, smaller than the 10,800 behind the cheapest top-seller but larger than the 94 to 313 reviews on some other hats here. The 100+ bought-last-month figure is modest next to the 5,000+ seen on the budget leader, suggesting this hat draws a smaller, brand-loyal buyer base that consistently rates it highly rather than one built on high-volume budget sales.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Columbia 183700 Fishing Hat the best rated hat in this comparison?
Yes, its 4.8 star average across 1,300 reviews is the highest of the four hats compared here, edging out the 4.7 stars posted by the Home 4345729073 and Sunday S2A01392 hats. That makes it the top pick in this lineup for buyers who weigh average rating as their primary decision factor.
What is the Columbia 183700 Fishing Hat made of?
It is made of a blend of 2 percent elastane and 98 percent cotton, which adds stretch for fit consistency, and it comes in a Marine Light/Fish Flag colorway as a single piece priced at $30.00. This blend differs from the polyester and nylon builds used elsewhere in this comparison.
How does its sales volume compare to cheaper hats in this lineup?
At 100+ bought last month, it trails the 5,000+ monthly volume of the cheapest top-selling budget hat in this comparison, suggesting steadier but lower-volume demand consistent with its $30.00 brand-name price point. That pattern fits a recognized brand commanding loyalty from a smaller, consistent buyer base rather than mass-market volume.