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Spartan Surfers
ΚΑΙΡΟΝ ΓΝΩΘΙ

Shown on Black / Aqua. Embroidered on the front panels.

ΚΑΙΡΟΝ ΓΝΩΘΙ

Know your moment.

Pittacus, Diogenes Laertius, Lives 1

$42

2 pieces 10% off, 3 pieces 15%, 4 or more 20%. Free US shipping on everything.

Cap
Color: Black / Aqua

Made to order in 2–5 business days, then 3–5 business days to arrive. Order by December 10 for delivery before Christmas.

Pittacus of Mytilene, one of the Seven Sages: know your moment. Every surfer already understands it.

The source
"Another saying of his was: Watch your opportunity"

Pittacus, Diogenes Laertius, Lives 1. Translated by C. D. Yonge, 1853.

Greek: ΚΑΙΡΟΝ ΓΝΩΘΙ

Anecdote reported by Diogenes Laertius (3rd century AD).

Our line is a modern rendering of this public-domain translation.

The marks
  • Front line embroidered in thread matched to the bill (white on the aqua)
  • The Spartan helmet stitched on the back
  • Our coordinates stitched on the left side

Accent thread on Black / Aqua: Aqua/Teal.

The cap

Otto Cap 125-978 Structured Snapback

  • 85% acrylic, 15% wool
  • Structured six-panel, high profile, flat bill
  • Contrast bill and top button, grey under-bill
  • Snap closure, fits 22 to 24 in

Care: wash cold inside out, tumble dry low or hang dry, do not iron the print.

Shipping and returns

Free shipping to every US address, with tracking.

Misprinted, damaged or defective? Email us within 30 days with a photo and we replace it or refund you.

Full shipping and returns policy

The Seven Sages

6th century BC

Thales, Pittacus, Cleobulus, Periander and the other sages whose maxims were carved at Delphi.

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