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I guess I am one to not judge if someone takes it off, or leaves it on. I usualy leave mine on. If someone removes there hat to shake my hand, well, it makes me feel like I wasn't upholding proper manners. Its not a sign of respect, or disrespect. Its just a tradition that was set way back when. Most athletes in all sports do this, with the exception of winter games. So what is the difference between winter games and everything else? Absolutely nothing. Good sportsmanship and manners have already been exchanged throughout the days competition, so why tip-toe, conform, and be "fake" about a tip of the hat, or removal? Firm hand-shakes, looking into the eyes, and verbal thank you's are more powerful than removing hat, and not saying anything at all. Like I said, I am 1 not to judge if its right or wrong, and neither is anyone else. Good blog!ners. Its not a sign of respect, or disrespect. Its just a tradition that was set way back when. Most athletes in all sports do this, with the exception of winter games. So what is the difference between winter games and everything else? Absolutely nothing. Good sportsmanship and manners have already been exchanged throughout the days competition, so why tip-toe, conform, and be "fake" about a tip of the hat, or removal? Firm hand-shakes, looking into the eyes, and verbal thank you's are more powerful than removing hat, and not saying anything at all. Like I said, I am 1 not to judge if its right or wrong, and neither is anyone else. Good blog!

I always remove my hat to shake hands, i'm not sure why really. It's just a habit and don't think i would feel right leaving it on. Like Strod, i don't have a problem if people don't take theirs off while shaking my hand. I think for me it signals the end of the round (without trying to sound too metaphorical!)while shaking my hand. I think for me it signals the end of the round (without trying to sound too metaphorical!)

The key is looking your playing partners in the eye and a firm hand shake win or loose. Removing your hat is my preference. I am never offended if someone doesn't.

I usually remove my hat when shaking hands after a round, but usually only when playing with strangers. With my regular buds I just shake their hands.

Good question. I don't recall seeing anyone take their hat off though. But the handshake and plesantries are a must (after you leave the green so as not to hold up the next group).

Good question. I don't recall seeing anyone take their hat off though. But the handshake and plesantries are a must (after you leave the green so as not to hold up the next group).

In my opinion, one should always remove their hat as a sign of respect to a fellow golfer(s). Being such an etiquette driven game, it's a simple gesture that shows your respect for the game as well.

I always remove the hat as a sign of respect to my playing partners.

It is proper and shows a sign of respect and gratitude towards your playing partners to take off your hat at the end of your round.

the correct way is to remove your hat. It doesn't matte if you won or lost. it's just a sign of humility and respect toward the people in your group

I usually remove my hat after each round, it was the way I was brought up. When you are greeting or saying good byeto someone always remove your hat and shake each persons hand. But I was raised by my Grandfather and he was "OLD School" and he always told me it is a sign of respect. Grandfather and he was "OLD School" and he always told me it is a sign of respect.

I wear a wide brim hat and usually keep it on. After the last putt, I walk up to my fellow golfers and shake their hand and exchange pleasantries. I am usually holding my putter, wedge, and several other clubs that I need to get the ball in the hole. I put no stock in whether the hat or cap was or was not removed. The handshake works for me. Head wear was once customarily removed in doors( except for cowboy hats)--that is not the case now a days. I say follow the custom of your group. If one removes his hat, follow suit, if not so what. I still see people walking on someones line--that is my etiquette peeve.other clubs that I need to get the ball in the hole. I put no stock in whether the hat or cap was or was not removed. The handshake works for me. Head wear was once customarily removed in doors( except for cowboy hats)--that is not the case now a days. I say follow the custom of your group. If one removes his hat, follow suit, if not so what. I still see people walking on someones line--that is my etiquette peeve.