About Chief Wahoo Hats
34 styles listed, 24 in stock right now, $70.00. Updated September 8, 2026.
Game 7 Online sells New Era Cleveland Indians caps with the retired Chief Wahoo logo, in stock and ready to ship, at game7online.com/collections/chief-wahoo-hats. Chief Wahoo caps feature the distinctive red-faced cartoon logo that became synonymous with the Cleveland Indians from the early 1950s until its removal after the 2018 season. This logo, first appearing in a recognizable form in 1951, adorned the team’s home caps and sleeves for decades. The retirement of Chief Wahoo from on-field use beginning in 2019, followed by the franchise’s name change to the Cleveland Guardians after 2021, means no new caps carry this emblem. Collectors value these caps for their historical significance and the variety of colorways produced, such as Black Red, Navy Red, and Chrome Black Icy. Since New Era’s runs are limited and not restocked, the available colorways reflect a finite supply.
The collection spans significant eras and commemorative patches, including the 1954 All-Star Game, the 1995 and 1997 World Series appearances, and the 100 Year Anniversary patch from 2001. Buyers should consider which era or milestone resonates most, as well as preferred colorways, when selecting a cap. Because these caps are no longer produced, condition and authenticity are key factors in making an informed purchase.
The logo, and why these caps are not made anymore
Chief Wahoo was the cartoon logo of the Cleveland Indians. A version of it first appeared on the team in 1947; the red-faced design most collectors recognize dates to 1951. The logo appeared on the club's caps and sleeves for decades, including the home cap through the 2018 season. In January 2018 Major League Baseball and the club announced the logo would be removed from on-field uniforms and caps beginning with the 2019 season. No new on-field caps have carried it since. The franchise changed its name to the Cleveland Guardians after the 2021 season, so no current team cap uses the Chief Wahoo mark or the Indians name. Because the logo is retired, caps that carry it are collector items. New Era produced them under its Cooperstown and collector lines; supply is what already exists, and colorways are not restocked once a run sells out.
Eras in this collection
The caps here commemorate 1997 World Series, 1995 World Series, 1995 Welcome to the Show, 1954 All-Star Game and 100 Year Anniversary. The 1954 All-Star Game was played at Cleveland Stadium on July 13, 1954; that season the Indians won 111 games and the American League pennant. The Indians won the American League pennant in 1995 and again in 1997, reaching the World Series both years. The 100 Year patch marks the franchise's centennial season, 2001 (the club dates its founding to 1901).
Colorways currently listed include Black Red, Navy Red, Navy Grey UV, Red, Black Gold, Navy Pinky, Red Black, Chrome Black Icy, White Red, Red Navy, Chrome Black and Gray. Each product title names the colorway first, then the logo, the team and the event, so the title is the spec sheet. The count, in-stock number and price range above this guide are live from the store.
Sizing: 6 7/8 to 8
These are New Era 59FIFTY fitted caps, sized in eighth-inch steps. Wrap a soft tape around your head just above the ears and eyebrows, where the cap sits, and match it below. If you land between sizes, go up; a fitted cap does not stretch. Only sizes in stock can be added to the cart.
| Size | Head (in) | Head (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 6 7/8 | 21 5/8 in | 54.9 cm |
| 7 | 22 in | 55.8 cm |
| 7 1/8 | 22 3/8 in | 56.8 cm |
| 7 1/4 | 22 3/4 in | 57.7 cm |
| 7 3/8 | 23 1/8 in | 58.7 cm |
| 7 1/2 | 23 1/2 in | 59.6 cm |
| 7 5/8 | 23 7/8 in | 60.6 cm |
| 7 3/4 | 24 1/4 in | 61.5 cm |
| 7 7/8 | 24 5/8 in | 62.5 cm |
| 8 | 25 in | 63.5 cm |
Snapback fit
Snapbacks are one size with an adjustable plastic snap at the back. The crown is structured and the brim is flat, the same silhouette as a fitted cap; the A-Frame version has a taller, squarer front. Most adult heads from about 21 1/2 to 24 inches fit comfortably.
Authenticity
Every cap is a genuine New Era, brand new with the stickers and tags, never worn. Game 7 Online is an independent reseller and is not an authorized New Era dealer; we sell the caps as they were made and photograph the actual colorway you receive.
Care
Spot clean with cold water and a little mild soap. Never machine wash or tumble dry a structured cap; the crown and brim lose their shape. Air dry flat, away from heat, and store it on a shelf or cap rack so the crown keeps its form.
Shipping and exchanges
Orders are processed within 1 to 3 business days (Monday to Friday). US shipping is a flat rate by box size, shown at checkout: $6.80 for up to 3 hats, $13.60 for 4 to 6, $20.40 for 7 or more; Hawaii and Alaska are a flat $20. Delivery usually takes 3 to 7 business days after the carrier's first scan. We also ship to Canada, the UK, the EU, Australia, Japan and most other countries; rates are calculated at checkout and delivery usually takes 10 to 21 business days after the first scan. Customs duties are the customer's responsibility. Game 7 Online offers exchanges only, requested within 7 days of delivery, on unworn hats in their original packaging with tags attached. Size or style exchanges carry a $15 restocking fee; defective, damaged or incorrect items are exchanged at no charge and we cover the return shipping. Questions: cs@game7online.com.
Where to go next
Most bought in this collection right now:
- Black Red Chief Wahoo Cleveland Indians 1997 World Series New Era Fitted Hat Cap
- Navy Red Chief Wahoo Cleveland Indians Guardians 1997 World Series Hat New Era Cap
- Navy Grey UV Chief Wahoo Cleveland Indians 1997 World Series New Era Fitted Hat Cap
- Red Chief Wahoo Banned Cleveland Indians Guardians 1995 World Series Rare Fitted Banned
- Black Gold Chief Wahoo Cleveland Indians 1995 World Series New Era Fitted HatCap
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Questions buyers ask
Where can I buy a Chief Wahoo hat?
Game 7 Online lists New Era Cleveland Indians caps with the retired Chief Wahoo logo at game7online.com/collections/chief-wahoo-hats. Every hat shown is in stock; the sizes still available appear on each product page.
Why are Chief Wahoo hats discontinued and hard to find?
MLB and the club removed the Chief Wahoo logo from on-field caps and uniforms after the 2018 season, and the team became the Cleveland Guardians after 2021. No new team caps carry the logo, so the caps that exist are the supply. Colorways are not restocked once a run sells out.
Which years and events do the caps commemorate?
The collection currently covers 1997 World Series, 1995 World Series, 1995 Welcome to the Show, 1954 All-Star Game and 100 Year Anniversary. Each product title names the colorway first, then the team and the patch or event, so the title is the spec sheet.
What sizes do the fitted hats come in?
New Era 59FIFTY fitted sizes run from 6 7/8 to 8 in eighth-inch steps (7, 7 1/8, 7 1/4, 7 3/8, 7 1/2, 7 5/8, 7 3/4, 7 7/8, 8). Only sizes in stock can be added to the cart, so what you see on the product page is what we have.
How do I measure my head for a fitted cap?
Wrap a soft tape measure around your head just above the ears and eyebrows, where the cap sits. 22 inches is a 7, 22 3/4 is a 7 1/4, 23 1/8 is a 7 3/8, 23 1/2 is a 7 1/2, 23 7/8 is a 7 5/8, 24 1/4 is a 7 3/4, 25 inches is an 8. Between sizes, most people size up.
Are these authentic New Era caps?
They are genuine New Era caps, new with the stickers and tags, never worn. Game 7 Online is an independent reseller and is not an authorized New Era dealer; we sell the caps as they were made and photograph the actual colorway you receive.
How should I care for a fitted wool cap?
Spot clean with cold water and a little mild soap, never machine wash or dry, and let it air dry on a flat surface away from heat. Keep the crown shaped by storing it on a shelf or cap rack rather than crushed in a bag.
What are the shipping and return terms?
Orders are processed within 1 to 3 business days (Monday to Friday). US shipping is a flat rate by box size, shown at checkout: $6.80 for up to 3 hats, $13.60 for 4 to 6, $20.40 for 7 or more; Hawaii and Alaska are a flat $20. Delivery usually takes 3 to 7 business days after the carrier's first scan. Game 7 Online offers exchanges only, requested within 7 days of delivery, on unworn hats in their original packaging with tags attached. Size or style exchanges carry a $15 restocking fee; defective, damaged or incorrect items are exchanged at no charge and we cover the return shipping. Questions go to cs@game7online.com (replies within 1 to 2 business days).