Born and raised in Billings, Darren Hackey left his hometown to pursue a passion for music. After living across the country, coming home to Montana reignited his passion for the West. His love for western hats started in Texas, and he pursued the craft upon his return to his home state.
Darren apprenticed with two master hatters, with experience totaling more than 90 years, before setting out his own shingle. Every hat is crafted by hand at D. James Western Hat Company.
