Must-have for Wintertime - The Russian Ushanka

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  • Опубліковано 18 жов 2024
  • It's cold and one should wear something warm on the head. There are a lot of options like beanies and hats, but the most practical and stylish type of winter hat comes from Russia: The Ushanka. See a few models in comparison to western headwear.

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  • @LesterLovesWatches
    @LesterLovesWatches 5 років тому +165

    In Moscow in the 80s there was a saying that if you wore the ear flaps down you were a bit of a girl. I wanted to fit in so I wore them up throughout the winter of 1988, minus 30 celcius. Moral: don’t try to fit in.

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому +40

      You still have your ears?!

    • @LesterLovesWatches
      @LesterLovesWatches 5 років тому +9

      Caseback Watches unfortunately not. I swapped it for something or other. Possibly a lacquer box.

    • @thesisko4031
      @thesisko4031 5 років тому +17

      When i was a kid i the 90's in Canada, it was not even that cold out... just very windy, the way i was standing the wind hit one side of my face for some time. i got a inner ear issue i forgot what it was called, i was very young but it killed every nerve in half my face.
      I did not feel anything and my skin dropped, after a few months of meds it slowly came back. I was lucky.

    • @ghilliem.g.5824
      @ghilliem.g.5824 5 років тому +4

      holy shit mate -30?

    • @abdullahal-shimri3091
      @abdullahal-shimri3091 Рік тому

      I’m from India and when the flaps are up, the hat looks like a ‘Nawab’ hat which is worn by old men in India. So I always keep the ears down.

  • @kylestewart4444
    @kylestewart4444 5 років тому +135

    In November, they make fun of you.
    In December, they’re jealous of you.
    In January, they’re considering stealing it from you.

    • @manictiger
      @manictiger 5 років тому +11

      I've always been a little worried that I was going to get called a commie or something for wearing it, but it's probably just all in my head. I either get compliments or I get to not freeze my ass off. Nothing but good has come from wearing a Ushanka in the winter, so I don't worry about the dumb thoughts in my head telling me it might draw negative attention, because it really doesn't.

    • @sayoshinakamario
      @sayoshinakamario 3 роки тому +2

      @@manictiger I’ve been hesitant to wear this hat because I think people will think it’s a political statement

    • @manictiger
      @manictiger 3 роки тому +1

      ​@@sayoshinakamario
      Yeah, things have changed since last I wrote this. If it was really cold out, I'd still wear it, but if I see a bunch of "my people" sporting Gadsen, Punisher and American flag symbols, I'll probably not be wearing it without them knowing I'm not antifa or whatnot.

    • @DialecticalMaterialismRocks
      @DialecticalMaterialismRocks 2 роки тому +1

      @@sayoshinakamario literally canvasing in a ushanka

    • @wujek7616
      @wujek7616 2 роки тому +2

      In May, they're dead in -my- *our* trunk

  • @abdullahal-shimri3091
    @abdullahal-shimri3091 Рік тому +11

    I had been wearing a faux fur ushanka for 6 years and finally upgraded to a real mink ushanka shipped from Russia.

    • @conlaiarla
      @conlaiarla Рік тому +3

      Could you please tell me the website of the supplier ?

    • @mickthechild
      @mickthechild 9 місяців тому

      how do you wash it?

  • @monsieurmike2072
    @monsieurmike2072 5 років тому +11

    Lovely Ushanka...so the Mink is high status. I have one from 1972..with the mink label inside. Got it from my grandfather before he passed on.. Never wore it. Thinking about it now. Much love from NYC. Keep up the excellent work. ✌

  • @Poonslaya
    @Poonslaya 10 місяців тому +3

    I am pleased to say my Russian friends from the far north are having one custom made for me from mink aswell. I look forward to wearing it while fishing during winter

  • @knightsofren-is8mo
    @knightsofren-is8mo 4 роки тому +4

    His suit is great the white shirt and the red tie and matching vest goes great together

  • @HunterAsesino1
    @HunterAsesino1 5 років тому +21

    In November they look confused.
    In December they look jealous.
    In January they ask you how to buy that thing.
    Wisdom from Tim!

  • @dgb6355
    @dgb6355 5 років тому +7

    😂😂😂😂, one of your funniest vids. You looked hilarious with the lamb sofa on your head.👍🏻👍🏻

  • @ORflycaster
    @ORflycaster 3 роки тому +2

    I came here for a hat review, then found myself subscribed to Ms. Scheps' channel, relaxed, and not caring about hats anymore.

  • @treerat7631
    @treerat7631 3 роки тому +3

    One of the best winter hats you can have

  • @exexpat11
    @exexpat11 7 місяців тому +2

    Even the US Military had a variant of it sometime after the Korean War and up to the 1970's. I am sure it worked well in Alaska.

  • @22Phanatic
    @22Phanatic 5 років тому +3

    Tim Enjoyed Olga’s Concerto very much she is exceptional! Thanks for the link! Happy New Year!

  • @davidcoleman2463
    @davidcoleman2463 5 років тому +16

    I am a history buff . I also have a Russian girlfriend . I saw the death of Stalin and loved it . Your funny as hell . I live
    in Toronto Canada and damn it can get cold . I think I will get one of those hats keep up the good work . Now I will drink some vodka and make love to my Russian ! Lol

  • @RateMyRestaurantYEG
    @RateMyRestaurantYEG 2 роки тому +1

    I just discovered you and your channel and just subscribed. Also thank you for introducing me to Olga. Cheers from Canada

  • @SH3LLSH0CK3D
    @SH3LLSH0CK3D 4 роки тому +3

    I found this video very enjoyable. I never knew about the status symbol shown through ones ushanka. This video was very informative and funny at the same time and I love it! Personally i opt for russian military ushankas for just in general wear because I like the look and feel and I know they are of high quality just to enjoy the winter outdoors. This video has kinda eye opened and now I will look for another ushanka for wear when it is cold and I wish to be more formal in appearance so to speak :)

  • @uhohLungJuice
    @uhohLungJuice 5 років тому +8

    Ah, yes. Ideal for the Oklahoma winter that can be all over the place.

  • @akinigiri
    @akinigiri 5 років тому +7

    I always wanted one but have no idea where to get one in Japan! So practical.
    (P.S. sorry it’s been a while since I saw your vids!)

    • @Kote-Leopoldo
      @Kote-Leopoldo 5 років тому

      Try to find kosadaka arctics Japan . They makes that type of hat. O buy original from amazon or ebay

    • @aristosachaion_
      @aristosachaion_ 4 роки тому

      WESLAV

  • @mohamedzid2701
    @mohamedzid2701 5 років тому +7

    Wonderful video.
    The death of stalin is a very good movie , I confirm .

  • @farmermike9262
    @farmermike9262 3 роки тому +1

    hat is stunning. not too high on the head. just right.

  • @Uhrenratgeber
    @Uhrenratgeber 5 років тому +1

    I have to admit, you made me laugh. Nice video!

  • @joemoore4665
    @joemoore4665 5 років тому +1

    Hilarious video. Never been into hats myself but I might give it a go

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому +2

      You'll like it i guess. Really adds something to your wardrobe.

  • @richgaughan9559
    @richgaughan9559 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the link to the Olga Scheps concert, wonderful!! The Ushanka would be useful in Boston, it would certainly get comments at the office!

  • @terrywhitworth5350
    @terrywhitworth5350 5 років тому +1

    Loved it, super video Tim. 👍👍

  • @edwardmiller9611
    @edwardmiller9611 7 місяців тому +1

    Good presentation.

  • @zackstertwart3340
    @zackstertwart3340 2 роки тому +1

    I love your mink hat

  • @RateMyRestaurantYEG
    @RateMyRestaurantYEG 2 роки тому +1

    After viewing your videos I find you very interesting and fascinating. If I were in Europe I’d enjoy very much sitting down with you over a meal and a few shots of vodka and tonic and chat about watches and gentlemen’s style.

  • @tinfoilushanka3652
    @tinfoilushanka3652 5 років тому +3

    great video, comrade. my ushanka protects against the cold as well as against psychotronic radiation. daughter of former Securitate officer (Romanian version of KGB during Ceausescu) explained to me the physics of these, with main threat being from MASERS (microwave lasers) that attack the brain, altering behavior.
    sa aveti o zi buna...

  • @bubbastevegarcia2459
    @bubbastevegarcia2459 5 років тому +4

    This is a fancy man, with fancy hats.

  • @riccapucho
    @riccapucho 5 років тому +3

    With the Ushanka ears down, you look like Elmo Thudd. “Hey, Wabbit...”

  • @russellharris5072
    @russellharris5072 5 років тому +1

    Love the ushanka Tim tovarich

  • @northof-62
    @northof-62 4 роки тому +2

    We still have mink farms in Norway I'm afraid. But we don't wear those hats here though.

  • @vladtheimpaler5090
    @vladtheimpaler5090 5 років тому +8

    LOL! I love it! Especially the sense of humor! You ought to wear a Russian watch for this video. Ushanka is definitely more stylish than a beanie. I call beanies a "condom". They look exactly like condoms, some like a condom during backward movement, some - like during forwarding thrust, and yet others look like at the very end, with tip heavy from the load and hanging down.

  • @Agrippa31BC
    @Agrippa31BC 5 років тому +2

    You’ve just convinced me to try Vodka Tonic.

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому +1

      Excellent! Try with Absolut or Russian Standard. You'll love it.

    • @Agrippa31BC
      @Agrippa31BC 5 років тому

      It’s Saturday, might as well try it tonight.

  • @kitano67
    @kitano67 5 років тому +1

    What is that dry hair product not staining the hat? Would have thought you are using pomade.

  • @checksix_TC
    @checksix_TC 5 років тому +2

    Happy New Year Tim. How about mounting a watch on your big new lamb ushanka and using it as a desk clock? 😜

  • @docholliday4292
    @docholliday4292 5 років тому +1

    Funny video and good points.

  • @bubbastevegarcia2459
    @bubbastevegarcia2459 5 років тому +4

    She hustled him saying it was class based

  • @20thcenturyboy85
    @20thcenturyboy85 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this video!

  • @gonurdemirel
    @gonurdemirel 2 роки тому

    Thanks for this great vid.
    What is the brand of your German ushanka? Lierys?
    Do you suggest any brand/website to buy an ushanka?

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  2 роки тому +1

      You're welcome. As it is an older video I don't remember the Ushanka's brand. I've ended up with a self tailored one. A mixture of fur and corduroy.

  • @jarodstevens2710
    @jarodstevens2710 5 років тому

    Awesome video brother really enjoying your channel keep it up and have a great New year

  • @VintageDigitalWatches
    @VintageDigitalWatches 3 роки тому +1

    ...complains about hypsters, then wears 80s russian traditional hat :)). Keep up the good work, that's why we like you.

  • @williamparker2922
    @williamparker2922 5 років тому +1

    Started feeling old when you said the hat was an antique... Then said it was produced in the 80s.

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому +2

      I see the point! Maybe we should try to see ourself as "vintage", instead of old ...

  • @piewithmoustachepwm
    @piewithmoustachepwm 4 роки тому +3

    You haven't advanced far enough in life if your hat doesn't anger PETA.

  • @neverknowinglyunders
    @neverknowinglyunders 5 років тому

    Very entertaining and informative, thanks Tim! Will definitely check out Olga!

  • @borkface
    @borkface 5 років тому

    Fun video! I wish I could do hats, but my hair never survives and I look like a 5 year old just out of bed. What's the dry product you're using?

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому

      A certain body lotion. Not kidding. First its wet, but then dry and then you can remove it just by combing your hair.

  • @MimiLampreia
    @MimiLampreia 5 років тому

    Beautiful music & Woman.

  • @J-SH06
    @J-SH06 5 років тому +2

    I don’t think I could pull one off in Australia.

    • @OhBombii
      @OhBombii 5 років тому +1

      J SHANGHAI
      Move to northern England mate, a bit windy up here lol.

  • @gregb9389
    @gregb9389 5 років тому +4

    You are a funny guy. I enjoyed the vid.

  • @ssimplydeliriouss
    @ssimplydeliriouss 2 роки тому +1

    Literally every Tyler the creator fan after call me if you get lost:

  • @oscargustavoarcosruiz8793
    @oscargustavoarcosruiz8793 5 років тому

    The pattern of the fabric of your suit is windowpane or Prince of Wales? or how would you call it
    ?

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому

      As far as i know this type of check has no own name. Windowpane is with only one line crossing, POW with several lines in traditional order. I would call it multiple check but this can be entirely wrong.

  • @nerissacrawford8017
    @nerissacrawford8017 3 роки тому +2

    In Soviet Russia the ushanka wears you.

  • @Mihajohqq
    @Mihajohqq 5 місяців тому

    Where you get these

  • @spblouin4270
    @spblouin4270 5 років тому +1

    Go to 4:22 in Tim's video link to see hot Russian playing piano. Before that, I think conductor that enjoys masculine things. On another note... Tim, love your videos and I love the Ushanka. But, I live in Louisiana. So, lowest temp here in a typical year is about 40F - so, no Ushanka for me. On the final note, a friend of mine died last week and his drink of choice was a Gin Rickey. I drank one in his honor and have to agree with you that Gin is just too floral. Peace to you and and all your viewers/followers.

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому +1

      Very sorry to hear about your friend. Never heard of Gin Rickey. I'll give it a try too. All the best.

  • @bigceelos
    @bigceelos 4 роки тому +4

    Aw, im low class. I have a synthetic material ushanka.

  • @clawhammer704
    @clawhammer704 Рік тому +1

    I’ll take a enlisted soldiers wool one over a officers anyday. Nothing warmer than wool. Hint, get one a couple sizes bigger to fit down over your ears. That way you don’t have to drop the ear flaps down.

  • @stefanienewman44
    @stefanienewman44 5 років тому

    What is the status of your bespoke winter coat ?

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому

      Nearly ready! Still without button holes, but i will show it in a week or two.

  • @gralex32
    @gralex32 5 років тому +1

    5.12min : The mushroom in Mario Kart... ;)

  • @billhigginbottom568
    @billhigginbottom568 5 років тому +2

    Very funny Tim not a big fan of hats but looks good on you lol

  • @sigma2469
    @sigma2469 4 роки тому +2

    Mint for 20 euros..... wtf they sell sheep leather and fur on ushanka.com for 75 dollars.

  • @polski245
    @polski245 2 роки тому

    I have a genuine raccoon one what does that mean

  • @chiliprepper7678
    @chiliprepper7678 5 років тому

    Love that plaid suit (Anzug). Really. I have a few Uhshankas. 1 Red Army offizier modelle. 2 Wehrmacht. All Rabbit. I prefer the Rabbit fur. Mink is for Urban Moscovites. Search fur hat world. Purchase cheaper in Summer. The fake fur on the old Russian Army cap is called "Fish Fur". You are a bit of a typical Linker musician aren't you? 👍 Interesting how you espouse Class and embrace classless societies. How cool man. NKVD would round you up. 😀 Prost Kameraden! 🍺

  • @bubbastevegarcia2459
    @bubbastevegarcia2459 5 років тому +1

    100 percent real fur.

  • @George-lt6jy
    @George-lt6jy 4 роки тому +2

    i feel like it is impossible to find a reasonable sized ushanka, they are all furniture.

    • @rustyshackleford17
      @rustyshackleford17 3 роки тому

      That's because people who wear fur nowadays typically do it for the statement. Not a practical/sophisticated nature of it.

    • @George-lt6jy
      @George-lt6jy 3 роки тому +1

      @@rustyshackleford17 the ushanka is the apex of both practicality and sophistication.

  • @ДавидМеяфеКамиль
    @ДавидМеяфеКамиль 3 роки тому

    Wunderbar, Mein Freund, Ich Habe Ein Ushanka Ist Eine Schwartz Ushanka,Manchmal Ich Scherze Über das Erschreckende Wie ich Aussehe.😝😝😝😀

  • @TheCreedBratton
    @TheCreedBratton 5 років тому

    I can't wear my ushanka with a sweatshirt if it is over 40 outside. it is too warm

  • @casperelle1
    @casperelle1 5 років тому +1

    i like this video i do but unfortunately the russian music that you are listening to is a polish song by a polish composer being played by the polish philharmonic orchestra

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому +1

      It's even more complicated. Olga Scheps was born in Russian but lives in Cologne/Germany since she was a toddler. Music apparently doesn't accept any borders. But you're right of course, Chopin was polish.

    • @casperelle1
      @casperelle1 5 років тому +1

      @@CasebackWatches i am not bashing on the video, or your channel, i o like what is being made and many others do well as it seems. keep up what is being done. grüß Gott.

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому

      @@casperelle1 No problem, i didn't take it as bashing. Thanks for your supprt!

  • @ghilliem.g.5824
    @ghilliem.g.5824 5 років тому

    in brazil the winter just ended and just know mine that i bought from ebay arrived
    anyway,i dont think i would have used it much,the only days when it wanst 35c (the entire winter was literraly 35c,i hate this fricking country) where idk,like 5 days that where 13c

  • @lenirtoir9829
    @lenirtoir9829 2 роки тому

    Mine is completely covered in fur

  • @jestle
    @jestle 5 років тому

    'If it’s fake fur you’re most likely very low class.'
    WESLAV ETO KLASS BLIN.

  • @yankeedoodle6293
    @yankeedoodle6293 5 років тому +3

    Play some guitar for us

  • @pigeonpigeon7643
    @pigeonpigeon7643 4 роки тому +1

    leon trotsky is that you?

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  4 роки тому

      Comrade?

    • @pigeonpigeon7643
      @pigeonpigeon7643 4 роки тому +1

      @@CasebackWatches it was the snappy suit and hair that gave it away, happy overthrowing the russian monarchy!

  • @IgorGutman
    @IgorGutman 3 роки тому +1

    I like a lot of your video bro but you are wrong on the proportions. Your Finnnish ushanka is... Куцая. See Soviet movies for the proper ushanka proportions. Right at the beginning of Kin-dza-dza! for example ua-cam.com/video/EYHv8eJrW2Y/v-deo.html.
    Or Plumbum. Or Gorky Park with William Hurt. Ushanka is supposed to be tall and full. Btw, you shouldn't wear it in the rain either way, so the full fur ushanka is more elite than a part leather or suede ushanka.

  • @mohamedzid2701
    @mohamedzid2701 5 років тому

    Russian hat , Russian musician and Russian movie ( about Stalin ) , why not Russian wirst watch ? Or something connected with Russia , a H Moser and cie for example .

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому

      Why is H. Moser connected to Russia?

    • @mohamedzid2701
      @mohamedzid2701 5 років тому +1

      @@CasebackWatches The story of H. Moser & Cie. began in 1828 in St. Petersburg. Descended from a family of Swiss watchmakers, Heinrich Moser aspired to produce timepieces that would demonstrate quality craftsmanship .
      www.google.com/amp/s/www.hautehorlogerie.org/fr/amphtml/les-marques/marque/s/h-moser-cie/

    • @CleverSmart123
      @CleverSmart123 5 років тому

      Vostok for the win!

  • @jbash0824
    @jbash0824 3 роки тому

    German?

  • @TheRojo387
    @TheRojo387 Рік тому

    Better write its name as Ушанка instead.

  • @Senator053
    @Senator053 5 років тому +4

    *insert communist joke here*

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому

      Here you have an entire Wikipedia page with Russian jokes. Some are really funny! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russian_jokes

    • @CasebackWatches
      @CasebackWatches  5 років тому +3

      A Chukcha (indigenous) sits on the shore of the Bering Strait. An American submarine surfaces. The American captain opens the hatch and asks: "Which way is Alaska?" The Chukcha points his finger: "That way!" / "Thanks!" says the American, shouts "South-South-East, bearing 159.5 degrees!" down the hatch and the submarine submerges. Ten minutes later, a Soviet submarine emerges. The Russian captain opens the hatch and asks the Chukcha: "Where did the American submarine go?" The Chukcha replies: "South-South-East bearing 159.5 degrees!" "Don't be a smart-ass", says the captain, "just point your finger!"

    • @Senator053
      @Senator053 5 років тому +1

      Caseback Watches I actually laughed

    • @claytonj2695
      @claytonj2695 5 років тому

      He looks like hes tony stark cosplaying as Vladimir lenin

  • @ShortArmStrongArm
    @ShortArmStrongArm 2 роки тому

    Glad I don’t wear hair styling products

  • @polski245
    @polski245 2 роки тому

    What does raccoon say about me

  • @jutoa6458
    @jutoa6458 5 років тому

    Talk about slavaboos