Direct Answer: GSM stands for grams per square metre, the standard measure of fabric density. At NaskiCo, we never call a T-shirt "heavyweight" when it is a mid-to-substantial jersey, and we never hide what blank a garment is printed on. Our Christian T-shirts use the 207 GSM (6.1 oz) Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed 100% ring-spun cotton tee, while our core Heavyweight Christian Hoodies use the 340 GSM (10.0 oz) Independent Trading Co. IND4000 3-end brushed fleece pullover.
Why Honesty in Fabric Specs Matters
Colossians 3:17 charges believers: "And what soever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him." (Colossians 3:17, KJV). That standard applies to how a brand describes its cloth. Across the streetwear market, many stores label every 180 gsm or 200 gsm shirt "heavyweight" without listing the blank or fibre composition. We publish the exact mill specification on every product page so you know the weight, drape and shrinkage profile before you order.
1. The Tee Standard: Comfort Colors 1717 (207 GSM Garment-Dyed Cotton)
Every tee in our Christian T-shirts collection is printed to order on the Comfort Colors 1717 blank:
- Fabric Weight: 207 gsm (6.1 oz/yd²), a substantial everyday jersey that is opaque and structured without feeling stiff in warm Australian or US weather.
- Fibre & Dye Process: 100% ring-spun cotton, garment-dyed after sewing. Because the finished shirt is dyed as a whole garment, it arrives broken-in with a soft vintage hand and virtually zero shrinkage in cold washes.
- Construction Details: Topstitched classic rib collar, twill-taped neck and shoulders for shoulder-line stability, tubular body (no twisting side seams), and double-needle sleeve and bottom hems.
- Examples in the Range: Worthy · Tee (Revelation 5:12), But If Not · Tee (Daniel 3:17-18), The Fourth Man · Tee (Daniel 3:25), and Carry The Cross · Tee (Luke 9:23).
2. The Hoodie Standard: Independent Trading Co. IND4000 (340 GSM Heavyweight Fleece)
A large-format back print needs a dense, stable fleece canvas so the ink sits flat instead of puckering. Our core Heavyweight Hoodies use the Independent Trading Co. IND4000:
- Fabric Weight: 340 gsm (10.0 oz/yd²) heavyweight 3-end fleece.
- Fibre Blend: 70% cotton, 30% polyester with a 100% cotton 32-singles face yarn. The pure cotton outer face gives our washed and cracked Sacred Art masters crisp tonal detail, while the 30% polyester under-loop prevents sagging across the shoulders and elbows.
- Construction Details: Fleece-lined hood (no cheap waffle mesh), heavy gauge round drawcord with nickel eyelets, 1x1 ribbing at cuffs and waistband, and split-stitch double-needle sewing on all seams.
- Examples in the Range: Behold The Man · Heavyweight Hoodie (John 19:5), War In Heaven · Heavyweight Hoodie (Revelation 12:7), and The Lord Is My Shepherd · Heavyweight Hoodie (Psalm 23:1).
3. Crewnecks & Gym Tanks: 350 GSM, 271 GSM, 240 GSM & 150 GSM Compared
| Garment Silhouette | Blank Code | GSM Weight | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oversized Crewneck | Stanley/Stella SASU004 | 350 GSM | Heavy winter layering with 80% organic cotton / 20% recycled poly brushed fleece |
| Classic Set Crewneck | Gildan 18000 | 271 GSM | Midweight all-season layering, printed to order (Holy Holy Holy, War In Heaven) |
| Heavy Faded Tank | AS Colour 5084 | 240 GSM | Boxy oversized gym-to-street tank with garment-dyed faded wash (Philippians 4:13) |
| Barnard Gym Tank | AS Colour 5025 | 150 GSM | Lightweight breathable training tank with raw-cut armholes, printed to order (Romans 8:31) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are NaskiCo tees heavyweight?
No. Our tees are 207 gsm (6.1 oz) Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed 100% ring-spun cotton: a substantial, relaxed-fit jersey. We reserve the word "heavyweight" for our 340 gsm fleece hoodies and 350 gsm oversized crewnecks.
How should I wash garment-dyed tees and fleece hoodies to protect the print?
Turn the garment inside out, machine wash cold with mild detergent, avoid bleach or fabric softeners, and hang dry in the shade or tumble dry on low.
