This hat is the best model of Helikon hats. I also own another identical one, only in Camogrom camouflage. I plan to buy one more in coyote color.
Military cap featuring a highly distinctive fit with a narrow brim, inspired by British and Australian designs. Equipped with a drawstring-adjustable circumference, ensuring easier head fitting and individual adjustment.
A Velcro panel (hook and loop) is located on the crown, allowing the attachment of "friend or foe" patches. A band encircles the hat, providing attachment points for practical accessories, such as insect repellent or camouflage components.
Ventilation openings are designed as covered mesh channels, running up to the upper part of the hat. This advanced solution improves airflow significantly compared to standard ventilation holes. The forehead is lined with a sweatband for enhanced wearer comfort and to prevent perspiration build-up. Primarily designed for woodland operations, the hat is a key component of head camouflage.
Manufactured in accordance with the current Polish Armed Forces wz.93 "Panther" desert camouflage pattern.
Size/head circumference:
Size M: 59 cm
Size XL: 62 cm
Technical data
Model: CPU (Combat Patrol Uniform)
Camouflage: wz.93 desert "PANTHER"
Material: 100% cotton
Weight: 120 g
Manufacturer: Helikon-Tex, Poland
Camouflage wz. 93 "Pantera pustynna"
The wz. 93 "Pantera pustynna" represents the desert version of the camouflage pattern adopted by the Polish Armed Forces since 2002. In contrast to the standard woodland pattern, this variant features patches in beige, light brown, and olive green hues. The base of the pattern utilizes a sand-colored background, enhancing concealment effectiveness in arid and desert terrains.
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Helikon-Tex.
Helikon-Tex is a Polish company founded in 1983, specializing in the production of tactical, military, and outdoor clothing. It offers a wide range of products such as clothing, backpacks, bags, and tactical accessories, which have earned recognition among both uniformed services and outdoor enthusiasts. Its range includes standout lines such as: Bushcraft - dedicated to survival enthusiasts, Law Enforcement - designed for uniformed services, and Range - created for shooters. Helikon-Tex uses modern camouflage patterns such as MultiCam, ATACS, and PenCott, ensuring adaptation to different terrain conditions.
| Color/camouflage | Camouflage |
|---|---|
| Material type | Natural |
| Material flexibility | Inextensible |
| Material texture | Rip-Stop (grid) |
| Circuit regulation | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Ventilation | Yes |
| Weight | 120 g |
| Season | Spring, Summer |
| Camouflage | wz. 93 "Pantera pustynna" / PL Desert |
| Velcro panel | Yes |
| Thermoactive | No |
| Manufacturer code | KA-CPU-CR-06 |
| Brand | Helikon-Tex |
| Main material | 100% Cotton |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Number of reviews: 22
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Size: XL
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Nice hat, protects well from sun or rain. You can roll it up or fold it and put it in your pocket or backpack, because it doesn’t wrinkle and always looks good. I recommend it.
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Nice hat for hot days, I recommend it.
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Very good hat, highly recommend it.
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Great product, with interesting colors. Absorbs moisture very well. I recommend it for sunny or rainy days.
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I recommend it, fits well
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comfortable, as described.
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Nice headwear for forest trips.
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I've been using these hats for several years and they're great. Ventilation holes, lining, quality of stitching and material—everything as it should be. Very low price for such quality.
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Great hat. Protects from the sun and is good quality. I recommend it.
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The best hat I’ve ever had. The elastic band around the circumference allows you to fit the hat over a very wide range (even my daughters borrow it). The sweatband on the forehead works brilliantly, even with heavy exertion in the heat, nothing drips into your eyes. Ventilation without those steel eyelets that rusted in other models (here there is no metal mesh). I recommend it.
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It's lighter and more delicate than the pollicotton models, but 100% cotton takes longer to dry. The chin strap with a stopper and the internal sweatband are great. The sizing is correct. I bought size M for a 57 cm head circumference and it's a bit loose, but there is adjustment. I recommend it.
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Just what I wanted, definitely recommend it.
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It was useful in the summer, I recommend it.
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I bought size M for myself and my 9-year-old son. My head circumference is 57 cm and there is a bit of room, but there’s an adjustment which allows a child to wear it too. It dries quite slowly, since it’s pure cotton, but it has a sweatband and a neck strap with a stopper. You can roll it up and put it in a pocket. Great.
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