





Once a veteran, always a patriot dad hat
Arrives about Nov 9 - Nov 16
$4.99 shipping, free over $60
Misprint or damaged? Replaced free within 30 days. Read our returns policy and shipping guide.
This design on other products
Same artwork printed or embroidered across other product types.
Hoodies & SweatshirtsOnce a veteran, always a patriot hoodie
StickersOnce a veteran, always a patriot sticker
MugsOnce a veteran, always a patriot mug
BeaniesOnce a veteran, always a patriot beanie
T-ShirtsOnce a veteran, always a patriot tee
PolosOnce a veteran, always a patriot polo
Trucker HatsOnce a veteran, always a patriot trucker hat
About this design
A once a veteran, always a patriot shirt and cap with a star-and-rule divider, for veterans who carry the identity past their service dates.
ONCE A VETERAN sits above a star-and-rule divider, then ALWAYS A PATRIOT. The structure matters: the first line is a fact about the past, the second is a claim about the present. The single stars at each end of the rule keep the layout balanced without adding an official reference.
It is for veterans who have been out for years and still answer to the identity, and for families who want a gift that acknowledges both the service and the life after it. The design suits a reunion, a retirement, a birthday, or an everyday cap, and it avoids the suggestion that patriotism belongs only to people who served.
Our dad hats, mesh trucker caps, knit beanies, and pique polo shirts carry the design in direct embroidery. The garment-dyed heavyweight tees, pullover hoodies, ceramic mugs, and vinyl stickers are printed to order.
Details
- Material
- 100% chino cotton twill (Green Camo is 35% cotton, 65% polyester)
- Fit and construction
- Unstructured 6-panel, low profile, 3 1/8 in (7.6 cm) crown, 6 embroidered eyelets
- Sizes
- One size
- Print method
- Embroidery
- Blank sourced from
- Vietnam or Bangladesh
These specifications come from Printful, the print partner that produces and ships this item.
Shipping and returns
- Production takes 2–5 business days, then US transit takes 3–5 business days.
- Shipping is a flat $4.99 per order, and orders over $60 ship free.
- Every order is made for you after checkout, so it cannot be cancelled once production starts.
Frequently asked questions
What is the dad hat made of?
100% chino cotton twill (Green Camo is 35% cotton, 65% polyester).
How does the dad hat fit?
Unstructured 6-panel, low profile, 3 1/8 in (7.6 cm) crown, 6 embroidered eyelets. Available sizes: One size.
How is the design applied?
Embroidery on the front. Each item is produced after you order, so the artwork is applied to your piece rather than pulled from stock.
Where is the dad hat made?
Printful sources the blank from Vietnam or Bangladesh. Printing or embroidery happens after you order.
What colors can I choose from?
This listing offers 5 colors: Khaki, Spruce, Dark Grey, Black, and Stone. The color menu above shows what is in stock at this moment.
When will my order ship?
Production takes 2–5 business days, then US transit takes 3–5 business days. Shipping is a flat $4.99 per order, and orders over $60 ship free. Every order is made for you after checkout, so it cannot be cancelled once production starts.
Can I return or exchange it?
Every item is made to order, so we cannot take returns or exchanges for a change of mind or the wrong size. If yours arrives damaged, misprinted, or defective, contact us within 30 days of delivery and we will arrange a free reprint or a refund.
Who is a veteran under federal law?
Under 38 U.S.C. 101, a veteran is a person who served on active duty in the armed forces and who was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable.
How is the cap fitted and adjusted?
The cap is embroidered on a Yupoong 6606 trucker hat with a structured mid-profile crown, mesh back, and an adjustable snapback closure fitting most adults.



