Tier 1 Concealed Apparel: Sizing and Care for Your Tees

Quick answer

T1C tees use a 60% cotton / 40% polyester blend with a high point shoulder (HPS) length and a bust/width measurement taken 1 inch below the armhole, seam to seam. Most people who wear a standard unisex tee size can order the same size, but if you are between sizes or prefer a relaxed fit, size up. Wash cold, inside out, and tumble dry low to protect the print and minimize shrinkage.

How the 60/40 blend actually fits and wears

The 60% cotton / 40% polyester blend is a middle ground: it has some of the softness and breathability of cotton, but the polyester helps the shirt hold its shape and resist heavy shrinking. It will not feel like a stiff work shirt, and it will not feel like slick athletic polyester either. Expect a standard unisex cut with a high point shoulder measurement that gives you a consistent length reference across sizes, and a bust/width measurement taken 1 inch below the armhole, seam to seam, so you can compare it to a tee you already own.

• If you normally wear a unisex medium in a comparable brand, start with a medium.
• If you want a looser fit for layering or range days, size up one.
• If you are between sizes and want a closer fit, stay with the smaller size.
• The HPS and bust/width numbers are the most reliable way to compare against a shirt you already like.

How to wash graphic tees without cracking the print

Turn the shirt inside out before washing. That single step puts the abrasion on the fabric instead of the printed design. Use cold water on a normal or gentle cycle, and avoid overloading the machine so the shirt is not twisted against zippers or hardware. For drying, low heat or hang dry. High heat is the main cause of both print cracking and unnecessary shrinkage. If you use an iron, never touch the iron directly to the print; press the shirt inside out or use a pressing cloth.

• Wash cold, inside out, with like colors.
• Tumble dry low or hang dry.
• Skip fabric softener and bleach, which can dull the print and the fabric.
• Do not iron directly on the graphic.

Shipping timing when you order a tee with a holster

If you order a T1C t-shirt together with a holster, the shirt ships in the same package when the holster ships. That means the shirt's own handling time does not add a separate shipment. If you order the shirt alone, allow 5-7 business days for the order to ship. This is a handling window, not a guarantee of transit time, so plan accordingly if you need the shirt for a specific date.

Which T1C tee to pick if you want the lowest price

Among the current T1C tees, the 5 Star tee has the lowest catalog price at USD 20.78, compared with USD 24.41 for the T1 Barrel tee and the Training Awaits tee. All three use the same 60/40 cotton-poly blend and the same HPS and bust/width measurement approach, so the difference is mainly the design and the price, not the fabric or fit. If you are buying your first T1C shirt and want to test the fit before committing to multiple, the 5 Star is the least expensive way to do that.

T1C tee FAQ

Do T1C tees run small?

They use a standard unisex cut. The most reliable check is the high point shoulder (HPS) length and the bust/width measurement taken 1 inch below the armhole, seam to seam. Compare those numbers to a tee you already like. If you are between sizes and want a relaxed fit, size up.

Will the shirt shrink in the dryer?

The 40% polyester content helps limit shrinkage compared with 100% cotton, but high heat is still the main cause of shrinkage and print cracking. Low heat or hang drying is the safer routine. Tumble dry low or hang dry to keep the fit and print consistent.

Can I wash a T1C graphic tee with the rest of my laundry?

Yes, but turn it inside out and wash cold with like colors. Avoid washing it with items that have exposed zippers or hook-and-loop closures, which can snag the fabric and the print. Inside out, cold, and separated from hardware is the simple rule.

Does the shirt ship faster if I order it with a holster?

When ordered with a holster, the shirt ships in the same package when the holster ships. If ordered alone, allow 5-7 business days for the order to ship. Bundling with a holster avoids a separate shirt-only handling window.

T1C tee facts worth knowing

• T1C - T1 BARREL - T-SHIRT: T1C - T1 BARREL - T-SHIRT is 60% cotton / 40% polyester with a high point shoulder (HPS) length and a bust/width measurement taken 1 inch below the armhole, seam to seam. The 60/40 blend holds shape better than 100% cotton, and the HPS and bust/width numbers let you compare the shirt to one you already own before ordering.
• T1C - TRAINING AWAITS T-SHIRT: T1C - TRAINING AWAITS T-SHIRT ships in the same package as a holster when both are ordered together; if ordered alone, allow 5-7 business days for the order to ship. If you are already buying a holster, adding a shirt does not create a separate shipment or a separate wait.
• T1C - 5 STAR - T-SHIRT: T1C - 5 STAR - T-SHIRT is priced at USD 20.78 in the catalog, compared with USD 24.41 for the other T1C tees listed here. It is the lowest-cost way to try the T1C tee fit before buying more than one.