7 oz. 100% cotton. Oversized fit. Dropped shoulders. Wider rib knit collar. Sizes S through 4XL.
Key Features of the District DT7075
- 7 oz. (238 GSM), 100% cotton, 16 singles
- Heathered Charcoal is 90/10 cotton/polyester
- Light Heather Grey is 50/50 cotton/polyester
- Oversized fit with dropped shoulders
- Wider 1×1 rib knit collar
- Side seamed construction
- Back neck tape
- Tear away label
- Blank for screen printing
About the District DT7075
The Gritty Tee earns its name. The 7-ounce 100% cotton construction uses 16 singles yarn — a coarser, heavier yarn weight than the ring-spun alternatives in most of District’s lineup — which produces the deliberately rough, dense hand feel that sets this blank apart. It is not trying to be soft. It is trying to feel substantial, durable, and lived-in from the start, which is exactly what streetwear brands, vintage-influenced merch programs, and heavy blank collectors are looking for.
The oversized fit with dropped shoulders and wider neckline gives the DT7075 a silhouette that reads as intentional rather than just large. This is a garment built around an aesthetic, not just a fabric weight. The on-trend neutral and core color palette keeps it grounded in the tones that photograph well and work across a range of brand directions. For screen printers, the dense 7-ounce cotton surface takes bold, high-coverage designs cleanly with minimal ink bleed and sharp edges.
For a similarly heavyweight blank with a smoother hand feel, the Tultex 299 Unisex Heavyweight Street T-Shirt comes in at 7.2 ounces with a more standard construction. For the garment-dyed heavyweight aesthetic with a softer hand feel, the Comfort Colors 1717 Unisex Garment-Dyed Heavyweight T-Shirt is the natural alternative. For a Shaka Wear heavyweight option, the Shaka Wear Max Heavyweight T-Shirt covers the ultra-heavy end of the market.
FAQ
What does “gritty” mean in terms of the fabric?
The Gritty Tee uses 16 singles yarn, which is a coarser, heavier yarn weight than ring-spun or combed alternatives. The result is a deliberately rough, dry hand feel that is denser and more textured than a standard cotton tee. This is the intended aesthetic — the fabric is designed to feel durable and worn-in rather than soft and smooth.
How does the oversized fit run?
The DT7075 is intentionally oversized with dropped shoulders and a wider neckline. It is designed to wear large and boxy rather than fitting close to the body. Customers who prefer a more standard fit should size down one to two sizes.
Is the DT7075 good for screen printing?
Yes. The dense 7-ounce cotton construction takes screen print ink cleanly with excellent coverage and minimal bleed. The heavy fabric weight and surface density make it a strong blank for bold, high-coverage designs where lighter weight tees can show ink transparency.
What sizes are available?
Small through 4XL.