Protective headwear

Abstract

Headwear providing protection against the sun includes a crown, brim and drape all formed of a lightweight, water repellant fabric and which is readily foldable into a flat condition. With the brim extending no less than 180 degrees about the crown lower edge and conjoined to the drape, full circle shielding against sun rays is achieved. Flotation of the headwear is assured by the inclusion of a closed cell foam layer intermediate two fabric layers defining the brim. The provision of open mesh ventilation panels in the lateral portions of the crown dissipates heat buildup within the crown while alternate positioning of the drape is accomplished through the engagement of a releasable fastener element on the lower portion of the drape, with a mating fastener element on the rear of the crown. Adaptability to various head sizes is facilitated by the action of an elasticized segment at the rear of the headwear plus the alternate provision of an adjustable strap assembly.

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