Paragon 171 Men's Monterey Printed Polo in Black — blank polo, front view

Shown: Black

ParagonStyle 171 · Polos

Men's Monterey Printed Polo

A blank polo from the Paragon line, offered in 5 colors and sizes S–4XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.

  • Excellent for sublimation
  • 100% microfiber polyester at 5 oz/yd²
  • DTG printing: not recommended — Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.

Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.

Colors 5Black

  • Black

  • Grey

  • Light Blue

  • Navy

  • White

Available sizes

SMLXL2XL3XL4XL

Availability Black

Availability by size for the Black colorway, as of the last catalog sync
SizeStatusLocal pickup (Chicagoland)Actions
SLimited
MIn Stock
LIn Stock
XLIn Stock
2XLIn Stock
3XLLimited
4XLInventory Unavailable

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
100% microfiber polyester
Fabric weight
5 oz/yd²
Fabric type
Not stated
Yarn
Not stated
Construction
Side-seamed
Label
Tagless
Cut for
Men's
Fit
Not stated
Sizes
S–4XL
Colors
5
Country of origin
Viet Nam
Sustainability
Not stated

Decoration compatibility

VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.

Prints well with a low-bleed ink system made for polyester; standard plastisol can dye-migrate.

  • Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.

Compatible with this fabric type at correct press temperature and pressure.

  • High press heat can affect polyester — test temperature and dwell time before a full run.
  • Moisture-management finishes can reduce adhesion — verify wash durability on a test piece.

DTG printing

Not Recommended

Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.

  • Water-based DTG ink absorbs poorly into polyester and can wash out — pretreat and test.

Embroiders well with appropriate backing.

  • Lightweight or performance knit — use a stabilizer/backing to prevent puckering.

Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.

  • Use low-temperature transfer material to avoid scorch or dye migration on polyester.
  • Verify transfer adhesion over moisture-management finishes.

Sublimation

Excellent

High-polyester fabric accepts sublimation dye fully.

  • Sublimation shows only on white or very light garment colors.

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 S–4XL.

Garment measurements in inches, laid flat.

MeasurementSMLXL2XL3XL4XL
Body Length28 1/2303131 3/432 1/233 1/234 1/2
Chest Width (Laid Flat)20 1/22223 1/225272931
Sleeve Length1010 1/410 1/211 1/811 3/811 5/811 7/8

Fabric and construction

Manufacturer highlights

Country of origin

Made in Viet Nam.

Shown for the White colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.

Recommended applications

Similar alternatives

  • · Same fabric: 100% microfiber polyester
  • · Similar weight (5 vs 5 oz)
  • · Also Excellent for sublimation
  • · Similar weight (5.3 vs 5 oz)
  • · Also Excellent for sublimation
  • · Covers S–4XL
  • · Similar weight (5 vs 5 oz)
  • · Also Excellent for sublimation
  • · Covers S–4XL
  • · Similar weight (5.1 vs 5 oz)
  • · Also Excellent for sublimation
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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.
Wrinkle Resistance
Wrinkle resistance is a fiber blend or chemical finish that keeps fabric from creasing, letting shirts come off the shelf looking pressed and stay that way.
Snag Resistance
Snag resistance describes how well a fabric's yarn resists catching and pulling into a loop when it hooks on velcro, nails, or rough surfaces.
Placket
A placket is the reinforced, buttoned front opening on a polo or henley, and its width and length set the boundary for where a left-chest logo can sit.
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.
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