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Reddit
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r/neweracaps on Reddit: 59Fifty Vs 9fifty
February 14, 2023 -

Hi guys, I see most people here roll with 59fifties (fitted), I personally been a 9fifty guy since I was a kid. Is there a reason why many of yrl prefer 59fifties, I mean is there an added advantage that I don’t know of?

I’m eager to learn.

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Both are good, but fitted hats are hard to collect. You may have to try 10 of the same size on before you get the correct one, because they’re hand stitched and they will all fit differently, even though they’re the supposed “same size”. The fitted hats do have a timeless look, but then again so do the snapbacks. They have a nostalgic appeal, and a lot of the rap and rock artists made them famous in the late 80s and early 90’s. They have more street flavor, and they’re much easier to collect. Fitted MLB hats are more popular in the US. Overseas, not as much. Both styles are good, and I have both, but I think I prefer 9Fifty because they’re a little cooler In hot weather. I can adjust with hair style changes and cuts if need be, and when I order online, I automatically know it will fit. It’s literally 90% the same hat as the 59Fifty, with only the back being the difference. Thickness, material, logo thread counts are all the same.
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I like them both. My collection is small but growing (probably about 6 caps and a few other New Era hats, winter hats/bucket hat). Most of them are 59fifty and I will give those the edge because they fit well and are a classic cap IMO (plus a lot of the limited runs that I think are cool are not available in 9fifty). However, I have bought a couple of 9fiftys (only 2 now) and will continue to do so for some hats. If you're not looking at the back you won't even notice and it's an option to give to friends/family members to borrow if they go to Yankee games with me and don't have a Yankee hat of their own.
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Billion Creation
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New Era Hat Styles -The Ultimate New Era Style Guide | Billion Creation
October 21, 2022 - The 9FIFTY uses the same structured crown and flat brim that the 59FIFTY uses, but the 9FIFTY has an open adjustable back. Usually the adjustable backing is a retro style plastic snapback strap.
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Dacavestore
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What's The Difference? New Era 59Fifty Vs 9Fifty Caps
July 22, 2021 - The full crown produces a tall profile similar to what the 59fifty features. The visor is also flat. You can curve the visor if you wish. The plastic snapback feature or the strap design may feature the same color as the rest of the hat.
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Hat Club
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Understanding Hat Silhouettes: 59FIFTY, 9FORTY, 9FIFTY, Clean Up & Hit – Hat Club
February 13, 2025 - The 9FORTY is more casual; the 9FIFTY leans more streetwear. Q: Which hat fits the most comfortably right away? A: The ’47 Clean Up. Its unstructured fit and pre-curved brim make it feel perfectly worn-in from the moment you put it on.

Type of baseball cap

Cap with letters “LA” on the front, colors white and blue, brand “New Era”
The 5950 is a model of baseball hat made by the New Era Cap Company, a headwear company based in Buffalo, New York. The 59Fifty is the official on-field cap of Major … Wikipedia
Factsheet
Inventor Harold Koch
Inception 1954
Factsheet
Inventor Harold Koch
Inception 1954
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Wikipedia
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59Fifty - Wikipedia
October 6, 2025 - Harold Koch, son of New Era founder Ehrhardt Koch, created the 59FIFTY to make hats more uniform within MLB. Sources vary on the meaning of its name: it might be the cap's original catalogue number, 5950; its model number; or the roll of fabric Koch used while producing the original design.
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Hat Heaven
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Picking Your Perfect New Era Cap: 9FIFTY Vs. 59FIFTY Edition
February 1, 2024 - Discover the ideal New Era cap for your style: 9FIFTY vs. 59FIFTY. Explore the differences and choose the perfect fit for you with this guide.
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Hat Club
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From 59Fifty to Snapback: Popular Baseball Hats Explained – Hat Club
February 13, 2025 - ... The 59Fifty isn’t the only famous New Era silhouette. The 9FIFTY is a retro-inspired snapback design that echoes the classic adjustable hats of the 1980s, with a squared-off visor and tapered back opening.
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USA Sports
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Your go to guide for New Era Caps – USA Sports
May 16, 2024 - The 9Fifty is almost identical to the 59Fifty cap, the only difference is that the 9Fifty has an open back with a snap or strap closure. We stock our 9Fifty caps in one size fits most.
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Rally House
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Different Types of Hats and How To Wear Them | Rally House
While the 59FIFTY is a fitted cap with centimeter sizing, the 9FIFTY has an adjustable backing available in two wide-spanning sizes.
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Village Hats' Blog
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The Different Styles of New Era – Village Hats' Blog
May 31, 2024 - The 9FIFTY uses the same structured crown and flat brim that the 59FIFTY uses, but the 9FIFTY has an adjustable backing. This means that the 9FIFTY usually only comes in 1 or 2 sizes and fits almost any head.
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Dacavestore
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9FORTY VS 9TWENTY New Era Caps / What's The Difference?
January 18, 2018 - Have you noticed the difference coloured sticker New Era is now using on the adjustable caps? They have started to use a one color silver Chrome sticker for most adjustable caps. So you might get a coloured or silver sticker when you buy from Dacave store. The fitted 59fifty caps still have the gold stickers.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/neweracaps › 59fifty size advice please -- how to size for gently bent brim, between sizes.
r/neweracaps on Reddit: 59fifty size advice please -- how to size for gently bent brim, between sizes.
December 3, 2018 -

I got a complementary New Era 9fifty from my alma mater's football team, and even though I am not a hat guy, I ended up loving it! I'd like to pick up a 59fifty to have some variety, but had a question regarding sizing.

I ran a tape measure somewhat snugly around my head (about the same snugness I like out of this hat,) and ended up at 59cm. This puts me between sizes; 59fifty 7 3/8 is 58.7cm, while the 7 1/2 is 59.6cm. Should I opt for the larger size and count on it "shrinking onto my head" that extra 0.6cm? Or, are 59fifty caps better suited to starting out snug and giving/stretching out 0.3cm?

Also, I do intend on a gentle bending of the brim, and I'm not sure what effect this has on the fit of a 59fifty (if any.)

Thanks!

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Kye Fashion
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Hat Verdict: 59Fifty vs 9Fifty: Which Should Your Choice?
September 5, 2022 - So the 9Fifty is a more recent design than the 59Fifty. Now that you may get my point: If you want an authentic and classic New Era hat, go for 59Fifty; if you prefer comfort or a more streetwear style, 9Fifty is your better choice.
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Hat Locker
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New Era Size Guide: Fitted Caps, Stretch Fit & ... - Hat Locker
See the New Era size chart below for help with selecting the right sized 59Fifty Fitted, 39Thirty Stretch Fit or 9Fifty & 9Forty adjustable caps.
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Hat Heaven
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Types of New Era Caps: The Ultimate Guide to Styles
August 10, 2020 - Explore the different types of New Era caps, including the iconic 59FIFTY and 9FIFTY. Learn styling, features, and which suits your headwear preferences best.
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Culture Kings
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New Era Size Chart | Ultimate Guide To The Perfect Fit | Culture Kings US
September 5, 2024 - The company makes hats with all kinds of customized fittings. Level up with the 59Fifty, the 9Twenty, or the Classic Casual.
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Billion Creation
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New Era Hat Sizes - The Ultimate New Era Cap Size Guide
June 12, 2023 - *The 59FIFTY Low Profile and 59FIFTY Retro Crown have the same sizing as the standard 59FIFTY Fitted hat. **9FIFTY Snapbacks come in three sizes (Small-Medium, Medium-Large, Large-XLarge).