Hat Manipulation

Hats for manipulating are generally derby hats, top hats, or bowler hats. The most popular hat is by far the derby purely for ease of manipulation and widest variety ofpossible tricks. Their surface can be broken up into 2 parts:

• The Brim: refers to both the brim and the lip (the part which curls up and in). Used for most of the grips.
• The Crown: the main section. broken down into the top, sides, and opening.