Shown: Black
Berne ApparelStyle BSM38T · T-Shirts
Men's Tall Lightweight Performance T-Shirt
A blank t-shirt from the Berne Apparel line, offered in 8 colors and sizes LT–6XLT. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.
- Excellent for screen printing
- 60/40 cotton/polyester jersey at 4.2 oz/yd²
- ⚠ Sublimation: not recommended — Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
- ⚠ Embroidery: conditional — test first.
Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.
Colors 8— Black
Black
Brown
Lichen
Navy
Pine
Slate
Space Blue
Yellow
Available sizes
Availability — Black
| Size | Status | Local pickup (Chicagoland) | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| LT | In Stock | — | |
| XLT | In Stock | — | |
| 2XLT | In Stock | — | |
| 3XLT | In Stock | — | |
| 4XLT | In Stock | — | |
| 5XLT | In Stock | — | |
| 6XLT | In Stock | — |
Last inventory sync: July 12, 2026 · local pickup stock held near Lockport, IL. Distributor network totals — not live stock; availability is reconfirmed on every quote before production.
Key specifications
- Fabric composition
- 60/40 cotton/polyester jersey
- Fabric weight
- 4.2 oz/yd²
- Fabric type
- jersey
- Yarn
- Not stated
- Construction
- Not stated
- Label
- Tagless
- Cut for
- Men's
- Fit
- Not stated
- Sizes
- LT–6XLT
- Colors
- 8
- Country of origin
- Pakistan
- Sustainability
- Not stated
Decoration compatibility
VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.
Screen printing
Excellent
Cotton-dominant knit takes plastisol and water-based ink cleanly with standard cure settings.
- Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.
DTF transfer
Good
Compatible with this fabric type at correct press temperature and pressure.
- Moisture-management finishes can reduce adhesion — verify wash durability on a test piece.
DTG printing
Good
Cotton-rich blend prints acceptably; expect a softer, more vintage result than 100% cotton.
- Water-based DTG ink absorbs poorly into polyester and can wash out — pretreat and test.
Embroidery
Conditional
Very light fabric can pucker under dense designs — keep stitch counts modest and stabilize well.
- Lightweight or performance knit — use a stabilizer/backing to prevent puckering.
Heat transfer
Good
Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.
- Verify transfer adhesion over moisture-management finishes.
Sublimation
Not Recommended
Cotton-dominant fabric does not bond sublimation dye.
Decoration results can vary by equipment, ink, transfer material, garment color, and production settings. Always test before beginning a full production run.
Fit and sizing
Fit category not stated, cut for men's wear · sizes LT–6XLT.
Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.
| Measurement | LT | XLT | 2XLT | 3XLT | 4XLT | 5XLT | 6XLT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 |
| Chest Width (Laid Flat) | 23 3/10 | 25 3/10 | 27 3/10 | 29 3/10 | 31 3/10 | 33 3/10 | 35 3/10 |
| Neck Size | 8 | 8 3/10 | 8 1/2 | 8 4/5 | 9 | 9 3/10 | 9 1/2 |
| Sleeve Length | 20 1/2 | 21 1/2 | 22 1/2 | 23 1/2 | 24 1/2 | 25 1/2 | 26 1/2 |
Fabric and construction
Manufacturer highlights
- 4.2 oz., 60/40 cotton/polyester jersey
- Moisture wicking
- Performance fit
- Stain release
- Taped neck seam for comfort
- Chest pocket
- Tagless label
Country of origin
Made in Pakistan.
Shown for the Black colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.
Recommended applications
- Contractor apparel →
Workwear-grade construction.
- Events →
Event-crew staple with quick decoration turnaround.
- Fitness →
Moisture-management fabric for active wear.
Similar alternatives
- · Same fabric: 60/40 cotton/polyester jersey
- · Similar weight (4.2 vs 4.2 oz)
- · Also Excellent for screen printing
- · Same fabric: 60/40 cotton/polyester jersey
- · Similar weight (4 vs 4.2 oz)
- · Also Excellent for screen printing
- · Same fabric: 60/40 cotton/polyester jersey
- · Also Excellent for screen printing
- · Similar fiber mix
- · Similar weight (4.6 vs 4.2 oz)
- · Also Excellent for screen printing
Terms used on this page
- Polyester
- Polyester is a synthetic, petroleum-based fiber prized for durability, quick-dry performance, and colorfastness, but prone to dye migration under screen-print inks.
- Moisture-Wicking Fabric
- Moisture-wicking fabric, almost always polyester, pulls sweat away from skin to its outer surface for fast evaporation, unlike absorbent cotton.
- Athletic Fit
- Athletic fit is a T-shirt pattern with a fuller chest and shoulder cut that tapers down to a narrower waist, built for muscular or broad-shouldered builds.
- Stain Release
- Stain release is a fabric finish that makes synthetic fibers hydrophilic so oily and food-based stains lift out in the wash instead of bonding to them.
- Taped Neck (Shoulder-to-Shoulder Taping)
- A taped neck is a strip of tape sewn over a garment's shoulder-to-shoulder seam to stop it from stretching out and smooth the seam against skin.
- Heat Transfer Label
- A heat transfer label is a printed neck or care label pressed directly onto fabric with a heat press instead of sewn in as woven or satin tape.