Conrail (Consolidated Rail Corporation) Embroidered Dad Cap Hat
One size / Black
$29.99
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This embroidered dad cap hat gives Conrail fans an easy way to represent one of the most consequential names in modern railroad history. Conrail began operations in 1976, assembling freight routes once tied to Penn Central, Reading, Erie Lackawanna, Lehigh Valley, and other Northeastern roads. The relaxed everyday concept fits railfans drawn to Conrail Blue, the CR mark, Conrail Quality, and the railroad’s later division between CSX and Norfolk Southern in 1999.
Conrail, formally the Consolidated Rail Corporation, was created by the federal government to preserve potentially profitable freight lines from bankrupt Northeastern railroads. Incorporated in Pennsylvania on October 25, 1974, it began operations on April 1, 1976. Its system drew on Penn Central, Erie Lackawanna, Lehigh Valley, Reading, Central Railroad of New Jersey, Lehigh and Hudson River, and portions of Ann Arbor. Penn Central itself had resulted from the 1968 merger of the Pennsylvania Railroad and New York Central Railroad. After early losses, infrastructure rebuilding, regulatory change, and management improvements helped Conrail become profitable in the 1980s. The company was privatized in 1987. CSX and Norfolk Southern agreed in 1997 to acquire and divide most of Conrail; they took control in August 1998 and began operating their portions on June 1, 1999. Conrail remains jointly owned, operating Shared Assets Areas in New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Detroit.
Conrail (Consolidated Rail Corporation) Embroidered Dad Cap Hat
$29.99
Sale price
$29.99
Regular price
| One size | |
|---|---|
| Crown height, in | 3.12 |
| Diameter, in | 6.62 - 7.62 |
| Circumference, in | 20.87 - 24.80 |
| Visor length, in | 2.91 |
This embroidered dad cap hat gives Conrail fans an easy way to represent one of the most consequential names in modern railroad history. Conrail began operations in 1976, assembling freight routes once tied to Penn Central, Reading, Erie Lackawanna, Lehigh Valley, and other Northeastern roads. The relaxed everyday concept fits railfans drawn to Conrail Blue, the CR mark, Conrail Quality, and the railroad’s later division between CSX and Norfolk Southern in 1999.
Conrail, formally the Consolidated Rail Corporation, was created by the federal government to preserve potentially profitable freight lines from bankrupt Northeastern railroads. Incorporated in Pennsylvania on October 25, 1974, it began operations on April 1, 1976. Its system drew on Penn Central, Erie Lackawanna, Lehigh Valley, Reading, Central Railroad of New Jersey, Lehigh and Hudson River, and portions of Ann Arbor. Penn Central itself had resulted from the 1968 merger of the Pennsylvania Railroad and New York Central Railroad. After early losses, infrastructure rebuilding, regulatory change, and management improvements helped Conrail become profitable in the 1980s. The company was privatized in 1987. CSX and Norfolk Southern agreed in 1997 to acquire and divide most of Conrail; they took control in August 1998 and began operating their portions on June 1, 1999. Conrail remains jointly owned, operating Shared Assets Areas in New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Detroit.
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.
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Yupoong 6245CM, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults. For adults. Not for use by ages 0-3, Blank product sourced from China
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.