Larry Mahan 8X "Handwoven Shantung" straw (Summer) cowboy hat made by Milano Hat Company, SIZE 7-1/4, Color:Ivory, "Ridgetop Style". Factory Label: "Ivory Ridgetop 8X" The 8X is a quality designation (Very High Quality) of the hat industry for straw hats, like 10X Beaver for beaver felt hats.