(under subclass 209.3) Head coverings combined with a separate substantially annular strip of material completely encircling the head, other than a mere head-contacting (sweat) band and in contact with or forming part of the crown, and covering or positioned in the opening.
(1) Note. The strip of material may be reticulated or perforated.
(2) Note. The opening may be annular and formed between upper and lower crown sections or between a crown section and a brim.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
171.8, for head coverings having an endless band closure for a crown opening and movable along the crown surface.
181+, for head coverings with head-contacting (sweat) bands, or head-contacting (sweat) bands, per se.
