Tactical Multicam Hat

Multicam Hat: How to Choose to Match Your Uniform

A tactical hat in Multicam camouflage is usually sought by those whose field uniform, plate carrier or jacket is already made in this pattern. The head is always in view, so a hat in another color or camo may stand out from the kit. Multicam is a camouflage pattern in sand, brown and green tones, and it works best with clothing in the same pattern. Below: how the hat types differ, what Velcro and an emblem give you, and how to pick a size.

Which Type of Multicam Hat You Need

The simplest option is a Multicam fleece hat in the beanie shape. It is light, dries quickly and takes up little space in a backpack. Some manufacturers state the fabric density in the name: for example, the Watch Cap is listed with 260 g/m² fleece. Models with a softshell insert have a softshell top and a fleece bottom: the denser fabric on top holds back wind and light drizzle better, while the fleece by the ears stays soft.

A 2-in-1 watch cap is one hat that you wear as a regular beanie or fold up, and it becomes a short watch cap that uncovers the ears. This option is handy when the weather changes during the day and you don't want to carry two items. If you need a Multicam winter hat to go with other items, look at the sets: a hat with gloves or with a buff in the same pattern.

Helmet liners stand apart: a mesh liner cap, Coolmax on fleece, and the R-military model made of microdiving fabric that stretches in all directions. They are thinner than a fleece beanie and are intended mainly for wearing under a helmet. Check compatibility with your specific helmet by trying it on.

Velcro or Emblem: Which to Choose

Velcro is a hook-and-loop panel on the forehead for a patch. You attach a unit patch, blood type or call sign to it and swap it quickly when needed. The emblem is an embroidered tryzub; you can't remove or replace it. There are also models that combine both elements, with the emblem on a Velcro patch.

A typical mistake is to take a hat with Velcro when you don't plan to attach anything to it. An open Velcro panel catches on the fleece of a hood, a buff or a scarf and gradually damages their pile. If you have no patches, it is simpler to take a model with an emblem or without patches. And remember: under a helmet the forehead panel ends up beneath its edge, so a helmet liner is the more logical choice for that kind of wear.

Shade and Size

Multicam from different fabric manufacturers differs slightly in tone, and some models are made in light Multicam. So compare the photo of the hat with your own uniform, especially if you want the kit to look uniform.

Sizes are marked in different ways: with letters S, M, L or by head circumference, such as 55-57, 58-60 or 58-61. Measure the circumference with a tape measure above the eyebrows and ears and check it against the size chart of the specific model. Fleece stretches less than knitwear, so a hat that fits snugly may press, while elastic microdiving forgives an inexact size. See all other colors and types in the tactical hats category.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you wear a fleece hat under a helmet?

You can, but it is not the best option. A fleece beanie is thicker, and the Velcro or emblem on the forehead ends up under the helmet's edge. Thin Multicam helmet liners suit this purpose better.

How does a 2-in-1 watch cap differ from a regular hat?

It is one hat worn two ways: pulled down as a beanie or folded up as a watch cap. This way you manage with one item where you would otherwise need two. It is made of softshell with fleece.

How much does a Multicam hat cost?

Prices range from 220 to 520 UAH. The cost depends on the type of item, the material, and whether the hat is sold separately or in a set with gloves or a buff. To buy a Multicam hat, choose a model and size — we deliver across Ukraine.