Ben Franklin Stores Embroidered Dad Cap Hat
One size / Black
$29.99
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A familiar name in American variety-store history takes center stage on this Ben Franklin Stores Embroidered Dad Cap Hat. Established in 1927 by Butler Brothers, the chain grew through independent proprietors and became part of small-town shopping across the country. Its story later included larger family-center formats and a shift toward supporting franchisees. This cap offers collectors and former shoppers a simple way to celebrate a brand whose legacy connects local ownership, everyday retail, and generations of neighborhood memories.
Ben Franklin Stores grew from Butler Brothers, a Boston mail-order wholesaler founded in 1877 that supplied general and variety-store goods. As variety stores expanded, Butler Brothers established the Ben Franklin chain in 1927, using a franchise model in which independent proprietors owned individual stores. The chain was sold in 1959 and eventually reached a peak of 2,500 stores nationwide. In the early 1970s, Ben Franklin purchased Dallas-based Texas retailer Duke & Ayres, whose five-and-ten-cent stores had operated in the state from about 1910. Some 1970s locations became larger Ben Franklin Family Centers, while others used the B&C Family Center name. After beginning to open company-owned stores in the early 1990s, financial difficulties disrupted supply to franchisees; those stores closed in 1996–1997. Ben Franklin acquired the V&S Variety Store chain in 1995. Promotions Unlimited acquired the Ben Franklin name in 1997 and continued supplying and promoting franchisees. It filed for bankruptcy in 2017, but some independently operated stores continue under the name. The company’s retail history also connects it with the early careers of Sam Walton and Michael J. Dupey, and with the roots of Dollar Tree.
A familiar name in American variety-store history takes center stage on this Ben Franklin Stores Embroidered Dad Cap Hat. Established in 1927 by Butler Brothers, the chain grew through independent proprietors and became part of small-town shopping across the country. Its story later included larger family-center formats and a shift toward supporting franchisees. This cap offers collectors and former shoppers a simple way to celebrate a brand whose legacy connects local ownership, everyday retail, and generations of neighborhood memories.
Ben Franklin Stores grew from Butler Brothers, a Boston mail-order wholesaler founded in 1877 that supplied general and variety-store goods. As variety stores expanded, Butler Brothers established the Ben Franklin chain in 1927, using a franchise model in which independent proprietors owned individual stores. The chain was sold in 1959 and eventually reached a peak of 2,500 stores nationwide. In the early 1970s, Ben Franklin purchased Dallas-based Texas retailer Duke & Ayres, whose five-and-ten-cent stores had operated in the state from about 1910. Some 1970s locations became larger Ben Franklin Family Centers, while others used the B&C Family Center name. After beginning to open company-owned stores in the early 1990s, financial difficulties disrupted supply to franchisees; those stores closed in 1996–1997. Ben Franklin acquired the V&S Variety Store chain in 1995. Promotions Unlimited acquired the Ben Franklin name in 1997 and continued supplying and promoting franchisees. It filed for bankruptcy in 2017, but some independently operated stores continue under the name. The company’s retail history also connects it with the early careers of Sam Walton and Michael J. Dupey, and with the roots of Dollar Tree.
Product features
- Unstructured 6-panel body for a relaxed, low-profile fit
- Permacurv® precurved visor with 4-row stitching and color-matched underbill
- Self-fabric hideaway strap with antique brass buckle and grommet for adjustable fit
- 100% cotton construction (Green Camo variant 65% polyester / 35% cotton)
- Sewn-in label and brand sticker on visor; adult sizing (not for ages 0–3)
Care instructions
- Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.
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Product information: Yupoong 6245CM, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For adults. For adults. Not for use by ages 0-3
Care instructions: Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.