Limited Edition Shad on the Fly "Founding Fish" American Shad 250th Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with the ultimate tribute to our Founding Fish!
Known historically as the "Founding Fish," the American Shad fed Washington’s army at Valley Forge and altered the course of the Revolutionary War. This limited-edition vintage long sleeve t-shirt honors that legacy with a clean design built for anglers, history buffs, and patriots alike.
The front of the shirt bears a small 3-inch Shad on the Fly 250th Anniversary logo over your heart and the back has our Founding Fish overlayed in an American-flag motif!
Product Type: Long Sleeve
Theme/Features: Americana fishing graphic with flag motif; vintage-washed, garment-dyed finish
Target Audience: Coastal anglers, patriotic outdoorspeople, casual weekend fishers
Occasions: Fishing trips, Fourth of July gatherings, weekend dock days
Product Features:
Fabric Weight: 6.1 oz/yd² (207 g/m²), offering a premium, dense, and heavyweight thickness.
Material Composition: Crafted from 100% ringspun US cotton, which creates an ultra-soft, smooth surface ideal for Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing.
Dye & Finish: Soft-washed, garment-dyed fabric that provides a vintage, "lived-in" appearance with rich color depth.
Shrinkage Control: Pre-shrunk during the garment-dyeing process to ensure almost zero shrinkage at home.
Fit & Silhouette: Features a relaxed, classic fit with a tubular body construction (no side seams).
Durability & Stitching: Engineered for long-term shape retention and durability using double-needle stitching on the neck, armholes, and bottom hem.
Neck & Shoulders: Includes twill-taped neck and shoulders for added structural stability and user comfort.
Cuffs & Collar: Built with durable ribbed cuffs and a classic topstitched collar.
Labeling: Finished with a clean, signature twill label.
Sustainability: Sourced from ethical cotton production as a proud member of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, utilizing OEKO-TEX certified low-impact dyes.
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: medium heat
- Do not dryclean
100% Ring spun cotton
Made from specially spun fibers that make very strong and smooth fabric, perfect for printing.
Double needle sleeve and bottom hems
The garment is sewn around the edges with double stitching, making it long-lasting and durable
Ribbed-knit cuffs
The ribbed knit makes the cuffs highly elastic and helps retain its shape
Neck and shoulder tape
Twill tape covers the shoulder and neck seams to stabilize the back of the shirt and prevent stretching
Garment-dyed fabric
The garment is dyed after it's been constructed, giving it a soft color and texture
Age restrictions
For adults
Warranty
EU warranty - 2 years
Country of origin
Made in Honduras
Do not dryclean; Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F); Do not bleach; Tumble dry: low heat; Iron, steam or dry: low heat.
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