"Great quality, awesome style and craftmanship! Shipped and arrived quickly! The perfect gift for dad!"
The Jake - Grey
This cap goes out to all the good “Jakes” out there. Originating in the early 20th century within Greater Boston, “Jake” serves as an affectionate slang for firefighters in New England. To be referred to as a “Good Jake” is the highest form of commendation among Boston area firefighters, signifying exceptional skill, bravery, and reliability. The term likely stems from “J-Key,” derived from the telegraph keys utilized in the first street-corner fire alarm box system, pioneered in Boston. World War One veterans-turned-firefighters, accustomed to military-issue telegraph keys, possibly coined the term “J-Keys,” which eventually morphed into “Jake.” This slang, originally denoting a firefighter adept at Morse code communication under pressure, gradually became a commonly used term for firefighters in general.
The Jake is a classic lightweight 8-panel cap with a red button, eyelets and brim, with interior red fabric and custom ‘Jake’ logo. As a nod to its legacy, this cap features the signature “J-Key” embroidered on the back side panel.
A portion of all proceeds of the sale of The Jake cap will go to The Boston Fire Cancer Foundation, a 501 c3 nonprofit organization that raises money to support members of the Boston Fire Department who are diagnosed with occupational cancer. The Boston Fire Cancer Foundation provides both emotional and financial support to firefighters and their families.
Style: 8-Panel
Color: Grey with red button, red eyelets, and red brim with red inside fabric featuring the Jake logo
Material: Cotton Blend

30 Days for Refunds & Exchanges
Eight Panel Size Chart
| Size | CM | Inches | Cap Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 54 – 55 | 21.5 | 6⅞ – 7 |
| S | 56 – 57 | 22.3 | 7 – 7¼ |
| M/L | 58 – 59 | 23 | 7¼ – 7⅜ |
| XL | 60 – 61 | 23.8 | 7½ |
| 2XL | 62 – 63 | 24.6 | 7⅝ |
| 3XL | 63 – 64 | 25.4 | 8+ |
How to Measure Caps
Wrap a cloth measuring tape around your head just above your eyebrows and ears. Pull the tape comfortably snug, read the length, repeat for good measure and use the largest measurement. A piece of string will work too, then just hold it up to a ruler and measure.
Overall rating: 4.7645874 / 5 from 497 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Jake Boston Scally Cap is a highly praised 8-panel cap with a classic lightweight design. Customers appreciate its great style, looks, and fit. The cap's colors and material are also highly praised for their durability and design. Shipping is fast, and the cap supports a good cause by donating proceeds to the Boston Fire Cancer Foundation.
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- "This great lightweight cotton cap looks good, fits good, and feels good in the warmer months." —
- "Material feels good and I love the colors and design but it seems to run big." —
- "Great fit, high quality and great looking." —
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"The fit was perfect. Regularly wear an XL in this type of hat and the XL I ordered fit great. Very good quality materials. Well worth the price point."
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"Looks great on my son. He is a volunteer fireman. Wears this to the station and even to church. Great quality like all of Boston Scally caps. Now ordering him one in yellow and black."
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