Keeping Your Head Dry & Straight Since 1995

Limited Edition DryHandle® Dock Cap

$56.00

Color
Description

In a pinch, these hats could bail water.

More or less worked for Richard Diamond, fly fisherman, conservationist and former Regional President of the Federation of Fly Fishers. Had his dog upon a trail one fur piece from anywhere. The dog got thirsty. Richard had water but nothing to pour it into. Don't you know he flipped that DryHandle cap right over and filled her up… both man and dog survived. Richard's our hero.

Details: 

  • 1995 vintage Dry Handle, 100% cotton weatherproof fabric

  • Dark Olive color
  • Limited Edition of 50, each cap numbered in sequence of order

  • Adjustable leather strap

  • One size fits most

Story

Excerpt from our original 1995 catalog:

In a pinch, these hats could bail water.

More or less worked for Richard Diamond, fly fisherman, conservationist and former Regional President of the Federation of Fly Fishers. Had his dog upon a trail one fur piece from anywhere. The dog got thirsty. Richard had water but nothing to pour it into. Don't you know he flipped that DryHandle cap right over and filled her up… both man and dog survived. Richard's our hero.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping

We don’t use a 3rd. fulfillment house to process your order. We pick, pack and ship all orders ourselves from our own warehouse. If we receive your order by 12pm PST, we usually ship it to you that day. Otherwise it will ship on the following business day.

Returns & Refunds

If you aren’t happy with what you’ve purchased from Atlantic Rancher, you may return it to us in like-new condition within 30-days of purchase and we’ll process a refund for the full purchase price of the item(s) being returned.

Returns after the normal 30-day window are for store credit only. 

Atlantic Rancher Story

People Usually Ask

1. Where are your products made?

All of our shirts, pants, outerwear, sweater, belts and moccasins are made in Portugal, mostly in the same shops we've been working with for over 25 years. Our hand-sewn leather goods, hats and a few other items are made in America. 

2. How would you describe the fit of your clothes?

Our fit is what we call contemporary, meaning they're not overly baggy or boxy, but have ample room and freedom of movement. Also, our outerwear is uninsulated, or very lightly insulated. It's cut with enough room to allow you to layer underneath, with a sweater, a vest or even a light down-filled jacket. For us, layering is always the way to go!

3. Will your shirts and pants shrink after washing?

Simple answer is no. All of our shirts and pants are pre-shrunk. At most you will experience a 2% shrink factor after washing and drying. 

4. What is DryHandle®?

Dryhandle® is a 100% cotton, weatherproof fabric that we develop in 1995. Starting with 100% long-staple Egyptian cotton the thread is very tightly woven resulting in a fabric so dense that it's thornproof and, even at this stage, surpasses the U.S. government test for rainwear. The fabric is then impregnated through the proprietary DryHandle® process which irreversibly transforms the cotton fibers themselves to make them inherently water-resistant and stain-resistant. Unlike oiled or waxed cotton fabrics, DryHandle® is extremely lightweight, has no odor, won't stain other clothing or upholstery and resists stains from hard use and long wear. Despite being water-resistant, the weave contains millions of microscopic pores that vent moisture, making DryHandle® garments exceptionally breathable and comfortable to wear. 

5. How long does delivery usually take?

Orders received by 2pm PST are usually shipped the same day. In most cases we ship via USPS Priority Package, and orders to the East Coast typically arrive in 4 days or less. West of The Mississippi orders arrive in 2-3 days. 

6. How do i reach the founder of the company?

Easy! You can email him (that would be me, Engle) at engle@atlanticrancher.com or you can call me at 206-919-0943. I am around most of the time, but i miss you, I'll get back to you as soon as I can. 

7. If an item is out of stock will you let me when it's available again?

We maintain an active "wait list." So when you send a message asking to be notified when the item, color and size becomes available, we actually do something worthwhile with your request. We catalog your request and email you once the item becomes available again. 

8. Who writes your copy and are the stories true?

The answer to the first part of this question is: me, Engle Saez, founder of the company. For part #2...there's an old adage that applies here: "you can't make this shit up." And I will just say that the stories I tell are as true as I can make them and as accurate as my memory allows. That's a true story...

9: Where did the name Atlantic Rancher come from?

The origins of our company's name is a long story, one will share in blog post at some point. But for now, all should know that we are forever grateful to Susan Turner for her original and very creative idea.

10: How do I return or exchange a item?

Returns are easy, but please follow our process. Email us at orders@atlanticrancher.com, include your order number in the subject line and tell us what you'd like to return and why. We'll review your return request and email you a RMA (return merchandise authorization) with the return-to shipping address. Please be sure to package your item(s) thoughtfully so goods aren’t damaged in the process. Select and use the carrier of your choice as return shipping is not covered by us. Please select “signature required” to ensure your return package is receipt confirmed.


We’ll let you know via email when your package has been received, inspected and your refund is issued. Refunds usually take 5-10 business days to process.

If you need to exchange an item, the best process is this: 1. Place a new order for the item you want. 2. Return the item you don't want to us, following the process outlined above. 

Customer Reviews

Based on 6 reviews
100%
(6)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
J
J.W. (Honeoye Falls, US)
Comments: Please see my comment - 30 years later, quality is still solid. Not very common today, so much appreciated.
Love this hat !

About 25-30 years ago, I traveled to Woodstock, Vermont to see the Fall foliage and visit with friends. I purchased a barn red Atlantic Rancher hat from a store there, and recall the big claim was the hat was both waterproof when wearing it, and could equally serve a a water tight bowl to serve your dog water on a long hike. The claim was 100% accurate, and I used it for years until it had to be retired. How sad I was when I returned to Woodstock to replace it, only to find the store gone. I recently decided to do some internet research to see what had happened to the company, in hopes that I could find that hat after all of these years. How happy it has made me to once again have the hat that is both waterproof to wear, and can also be used to water a dog if needed ! LOVE the quality of your products. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

M
Mel Hughes (Sparta, US)
Comments: You always answer questions, regardless of the day, or whether or not you're swimming up from COVID. Great products with excellent service...
The Perfect Cover for the Cranially Enhance!

I wanted a rainproof hat to go along with my ARC Outlaw Gunner Jacket. I initially ordered a M/L Short-Bill Dock Hat. But alas, my head was too big! A quick conference with Engle pointed me to this longer-billed, adjustable cousin to the Short-Bill Dock Hat. Problem solved! The material and construction are second to none. While I do love the design of the Short-Bill Dock Hat, this more traditional design fits great and works! It is now my daily, go-to head cover.

R
Richard Bubnowski (Point Pleasant Beach, US)
My New Favorite Shirt

I recently purchased the Bimini short sleeve shirt in olive plaid. I could not be more happy with the quality, fit, and look of this product. It has quickly become my new favorite shirt. I also just got the Limited Edition Dry Handle Dock Cap. Excellent look and quality as well. I’ll definitely be bringing this with me to Montana next month.

T
Tom C.
Great hat!

I’m a huge fan of baseball hats, and have bought them all my life. When I saw this one I had to have it. So glad I got it. This hat is very comfortable, excellent quality, looks great, and man does water bead up on it! The material is very light, and remains cool on hot days. I was saving it for rainy days. Nah. It’s an everyday hat. Love the color, leather strap, and logo too. And Engle is one heck of a nice guy. I love supporting small US businesses. I’ve book marked their website. I’ll be back for more.

So glad to know we've met your expectations, Tom! We appreciate your support!

J
Jeff Blumenfeld
Bulletproof

One thing I hate are raindrops that keep falling on my head.

This hat is so well designed, I can't wait to try it out in a Northeaster! Rarely have I seen a ballcap that's as waterproof and as well made as this.