Akubra Hats - On Top Down Under. The will to survive and manual labour nurtured Australia when Benjamin Dunkerly began producing a headgear in Tasmania in 1874 that became an Australian legend. Since 1912 called AKUBRA (derived from the Australian Aboriginal word for headgear), this hat has been handcrafted from 100% rabbit hair felt to this day. It stands for selected durable materials, absolute perfection in the processing and finally for the irresistible attraction of a classic. Here you will find the following Akubra hat styles: Fashion, Country, Western, Outdoor & Adventure, Traveller. Outback.Company has been selling Akubra hats in wholesale and retail since 1992. We would be pleased to advise you.