The Carhartt CTK87 isn’t a promotional shirt — it’s a workwear icon that happens to accept custom decoration. At 6.75 oz of 100% cotton jersey knit, it’s nearly twice the weight of a standard promo tee, and you feel it immediately. It drapes heavy, resists snags, survives the kind of washing cycles that destroy lighter blanks, and comes off the job site looking like it has years left in it. The left chest pocket with the woven Carhartt “C” label is the signature detail that communicates quality before anyone reads your logo — custom decorators typically print or embroider above the pocket or on the right chest to keep that brand equity visible. Side-seamed construction prevents the heavy fabric from warping in the wash. Tagless neck for all-day comfort. This is the shirt that works as hard as the people wearing it, and the streetwear market has caught on — putting your logo on a CTK87 signals toughness and longevity in a way a standard blank simply can’t.
Carhartt CTK87 Workwear Pocket Tee Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Carhartt CTK87 run true to size?
Product
No — it runs significantly larger than modern retail tees. The CTK87 is cut in Carhartt’s original loose fit, which is intentionally oversized for layering and unrestricted movement on job sites. Most customers size down at least one size, especially if they’re used to side-seamed retail blanks. When in doubt, check Carhartt’s size chart before ordering.
Where can a custom logo be printed on the CTK87?
Decoration
The left chest pocket with the woven Carhartt label occupies the standard logo location, so decoration goes above the pocket, on the right chest, or on the back and sleeves. Many brands lean into the co-branding — keeping the Carhartt label visible while placing their logo in a complementary position adds perceived value rather than competing with it.
What custom decoration options are available for the CTK87?
Decoration
Screen printing and embroidery are both excellent on the CTK87. The thick 6.75 oz cotton surface holds plastisol ink cleanly and withstands high flash dryer temps. Embroidery above the pocket or on the right chest is a popular choice for trades businesses and workwear brands — the heavyweight fabric provides a stable base for stitching. Heather colorways require adjusted print temperatures due to the poly blend content.
Can I order the CTK87 in bulk for a crew or uniform program?
Bulk Orders
Yes. The CTK87 is a natural fit for trades businesses, construction crews, warehouses, and industrial work environments that want a uniform shirt that holds up to the job. Safari Sun has no order minimums and tiered pricing that drops at 12, 24, 48, and beyond. The premium price point makes volume pricing especially worthwhile on this blank.
Top-rated custom business apparel companies in the US — what should I look for?
Corporate Apparel
For workwear and trades uniforms, the blank matters as much as the decorator. A shirt like the CTK87 carries brand equity on its own — your logo just needs to land cleanly on it. The best decorators handle premium blanks in-house, provide a proof before production, and don’t outsource to a third party that won’t know the fabric. Safari Sun has decorated workwear for businesses across Florida for over 30 years.
How long does production and shipping take?
Turnaround
Production is business days or less from proof approval. Shipping is flat-rate $12.98, free on orders over $99. Rush orders are available upon request — contact us as early as possible and we’ll work around your deadline.
