A Quick Guide to 7-Panel Hats

What is a 7-Panel Hat?

A 7-panel hat is a distinctive style of cap characterized by its construction from seven separate fabric panels. This design stands apart from the more traditional 5-panel or 6-panel caps, which typically feature a single front panel. The 7-panel hat incorporates an additional panel, enhancing both its aesthetic appeal and the overall fit. This configuration also offers a larger, uninterrupted front panel that serves as an ideal surface for custom patches or embroidery, setting it apart from conventional trucker caps that are split down the center by a seam. Check out our Custom Hats page to learn more about our custom hat process.

Recommended Styles

Richardson 168: 7-Panel Trucker

The Richardson 168 is one of the most popular hat options that we sell with customization. This 7-Panel trucker hat has a mesh backing and snapback for adjustable sizing. Richardson is known for its amazing quality and fair pricing, so it’s no wonder the 168 is a top customized hat that clients order from us.

Decky 1133: 7 Panel Mesh Back Cap

Decky is a brand we always recommend for anyone looking for a reasonably priced custom hat. This 7-panel hat has a more limited option for colors, but still has a 4-way color option to give you that sleek modern look.

Decky 1098: 7 Panel High Profile Structured Hat

This Decky brand 7-panel hat is similar to the other samples, but it doesn’t have the mesh backing. It instead is 100% cotton all around and has a flat bill. This hat only has solid colorway options but is a comfortable trendy hat if you don’t want to have the mesh backing.

Want to Know More?

Feel free to take a look at our other hat styles that we can customize for you. If you have any questions, please send us a quote request for custom hats and we will reach out to you!