TOYS McCOY Men's Plain Long-Sleeve Crew Neck Pocket T-Shirt, 100% Cotton Tubular-Knit Jersey, Binder Neck, Unwashed, Made in Japan (TMC2543 011 Off-White)
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TOYS McCOY Men's Plain Long-Sleeve Crew Neck Pocket T-Shirt, 100% Cotton Tubular-Knit Jersey, Binder Neck, Unwashed, Made in Japan (TMC2543)
TOYS McCOY
Available Colors
This men's plain long-sleeve crew neck pocket T-shirt is made in Japan by TOYS McCOY as part of the brand's Steve McQueen Collection. Inspired by the simple short-sleeve pocket T-shirts Steve McQueen wore in private and off-screen settings, the design reinterprets that understated style as a long-sleeve T-shirt for contemporary casual wear. It is made from 100% cotton jersey with a balanced thickness and a soft, supple hand and features a tubular side-seam-free body knitted on a circular knitting machine, an unwashed finish, a separate rib-knit binder neck secured with double-needle stitching that forms two parallel rows, long set-in sleeves, double-needle reinforcement along the shoulder and armhole seams, folded self-fabric sleeve openings and bottom hem, a self-fabric patch pocket at the left chest, and a small TOYS McCOY label near the lower left front. The sleeve openings and bottom hem have no separate rib-knit bands. Instead, the jersey fabric is turned inward and secured with double-needle stitching on the exterior, while the cut edges are finished with overlock stitching on the inside. With no printed graphics or embroidery, the T-shirt relies on its fabric texture, slim and compact proportions, traditional tubular construction, and visible reinforcement stitching to express a simple vintage-inspired character. Its clean design makes it suitable for wearing on its own or as a layer beneath a shirt, sweatshirt, jacket, or coat.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
This item uses Japanese tagged sizing and is cut with slim, compact proportions. It may fit smaller than many standard U.S./EU long-sleeve T-shirts. Please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference when selecting a size.
The silhouette is designed with a compact chest width and a slightly shorter body length. The shoulders are not cut excessively wide, and the set-in sleeve construction clearly defines the position of the shoulder seams. From the chest through the torso, the body follows relatively close to the natural lines of the wearer, creating a clean, streamlined profile without the generous room associated with a relaxed or oversized fit.
No rib-knit band is attached at the bottom hem. Instead, the body jersey is turned inward and secured with double-needle stitching on the exterior, while the cut edge is finished with overlock stitching on the inside. Because the hem is not strongly drawn in by elastic rib knit, the slim line of the body falls naturally toward the bottom. The sleeve openings are constructed in the same general manner, without separate rib-knit cuffs, allowing the sleeves to finish with a clean, straightforward T-shirt profile around the wrists.
The cotton jersey has a balanced thickness that is neither unusually thin and lightweight nor excessively thick and rigid like a heavyweight fabric. Its natural softness and supple flexibility allow it to follow the wearer's movement without creating a stiff or bulky silhouette.
Please note that this garment is supplied in an unwashed condition. After the first wash, slight shrinkage may occur, primarily in the body length. The amount of dimensional change can vary according to the individual garment, water temperature, washing method, and drying conditions. The measurements listed below were taken before washing and should be considered when selecting your size.
Our model is wearing a tagged size S. He is 5'9" (175 cm) tall, weighs 128 lbs. (58 kg), and has a 35.8" (91 cm) chest.
Because fit may vary depending on body type and personal preference, please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference. For the most accurate comparison, we recommend measuring a similar slim-fitting long-sleeve T-shirt that fits you well. All measurements are taken by hand with a measuring tape, so slight variations may occur between individual garments and depending on the measuring method.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements.
Please compare them with a similar long-sleeve T-shirt from your wardrobe to get a better sense of the fit.
In inches
Tagged Size S
Width: 18.1" / Length: 25.2"
Sleeve: 32.3" (24.0") / Shoulder: 16.5"
Tagged Size M
Width: 19.3" / Length: 26.4"
Sleeve: 33.5" (24.8") / Shoulder: 17.3"
Tagged Size L
Width: 20.9" / Length: 26.8"
Sleeve: 34.3" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.1"
Tagged Size XL
Width: 22.0" / Length: 27.2"
Sleeve: 34.6" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.9"
Tagged Size XXL
Width: 22.8" / Length: 28.0"
Sleeve: 35.4" (25.6") / Shoulder: 19.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size S
Width: 46cm / Length: 64cm
Sleeve: 82cm (61cm) / Shoulder: 42cm
Tagged Size M
Width: 49cm / Length: 67cm
Sleeve: 85cm (63cm) / Shoulder: 44cm
Tagged Size L
Width: 53cm / Length: 68cm
Sleeve: 87cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 46cm
Tagged Size XL
Width: 56cm / Length: 69cm
Sleeve: 88cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 48cm
Tagged Size XXL
Width: 58cm / Length: 71cm
Sleeve: 90cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the armholes.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar joins the body, straight down to the bottom of the hem.
Sleeve (Center-Back Sleeve Length): The first sleeve measurement is taken from the center back at the base of the collar seam, across the shoulder, and down to the end of the sleeve opening.
Sleeve in Parentheses (Sleeve Length from Shoulder Seam): The sleeve measurement shown in parentheses is taken from the top of the shoulder seam straight down to the end of the sleeve opening.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across the back from the outer edge of one shoulder seam to the outer edge of the other.
Style Number: TMC2543 (TMC-2543).
Material: 100% cotton.
Finish: Unwashed.
Made in Japan.
Brand new and unused.
-All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
-Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.
-Actual color may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings.
100% Cotton Jersey with a Balanced Thickness:
- The fabric is a single jersey knit made from 100% cotton. It has a balanced thickness and moderate body appropriate for a long-sleeve T-shirt. It is not unusually thin or lightweight, but it also avoids the excessive thickness, stiffness, and bulk associated with heavyweight jersey.
- On the face of the fabric, the vertical columns of knit stitches, known as wales, create subtle linear definition. These visible stitch columns give the surface natural depth and prevent it from appearing completely flat or mechanically uniform.
- The surface is not finished to an excessively smooth, perfectly even appearance. Subtle irregularity, fine slub character, and small nep variations reflect the natural character of the yarn and create a restrained, vintage-inspired texture without making the fabric look overly coarse.
- Despite its moderate thickness and noticeable fabric presence, the jersey is not hard or overly rigid. It retains the natural softness and supple flexibility of cotton knit fabric, allowing it to bend and conform comfortably with the wearer's movement.
Tubular-Knit Body Construction:
- The torso is knitted as a continuous tube on a circular knitting machine, creating what is commonly referred to as a tubular-knit body. This is different from a conventional cut-and-sewn T-shirt body made from separate front and back panels joined along the left and right sides.
- Because the body is knitted as one continuous tube, there are no vertical side seams along either side of the torso. Eliminating these seams also removes the corresponding seam allowances and localized layers of fabric that would otherwise be present against the sides of the body.
- The uninterrupted tubular structure allows the jersey to continue naturally around the torso, creating a clean exterior profile without visible side-seam lines. It also helps keep the contact surface along the sides comparatively flat and comfortable.
- Tubular body construction is a traditional method associated with many vintage American T-shirts and sweatshirts. In this garment, it forms an important part of the simple, classic appearance rather than serving as a decorative feature.
Unwashed Finish:
- The completed T-shirt is supplied in an unwashed condition and has not undergone a final factory wash. Before laundering, the knitted stitches have not yet settled and tightened through exposure to water and drying, so the knit may appear slightly more open in its new state.
- During washing and drying, the knitted structure naturally contracts and the stitches settle slightly closer together. As a result, the fabric tends to develop a somewhat denser, more cohesive, and firmer hand than it has before the first wash.
- This change is a normal characteristic of unwashed 100% cotton jersey. With continued careful wear and laundering, the fabric will gradually become more naturally broken in while retaining its balanced thickness and supple character.
Shrinkage Characteristics:
- Because this T-shirt is made from unwashed 100% cotton jersey, slight dimensional change may occur during the first and subsequent washings. Under gentle laundering conditions, shrinkage is more likely to appear in the vertical direction, particularly in the body length, than across the body width.
- When the garment is gently hand washed in cold water, reshaped, and allowed to dry naturally in the shade, shrinkage tends to remain comparatively slight. The body width generally changes less than the body length, although some widthwise change may still occur.
- The actual amount and direction of shrinkage can vary according to the individual garment, water temperature, washing duration, mechanical action, and drying method. The measurements in this description were taken before washing.
- Hot water and tumble drying can cause the knitted structure to contract more rapidly and extensively, resulting in greater or less predictable dimensional change. These methods should be avoided.
Crew Neck and Binder-Neck Construction:
- The crew neck is finished with a separate rib-knit binder. The rib-knit binding wraps around the cut edge of the jersey body at the neckline, enclosing it from both the exterior and interior sides.
- Unlike a conventional collar in which only one edge of a rib-knit component is joined to the body, this binder construction holds the cut neckline edge between the folded layers of rib knit. This reinforces the neck opening from both sides and creates a clearly defined finished edge.
- Double-needle stitching forms two parallel rows that follow the neckline and secure the binder in place. The visible stitch lines also emphasize the curved shape of the crew neck while contributing to the clean, structured appearance of the collar area.
- Because the neckline is repeatedly stretched when the T-shirt is pulled over the head, enclosing and reinforcing the cut edge helps stabilize this high-stress area through normal wear and careful laundering.
Set-In Sleeve Construction:
- The T-shirt uses conventional long set-in sleeves. Each shaped sleeve cap is sewn into the corresponding armhole, with the sleeve beginning at the outer end of the shoulder seam.
- Unlike raglan construction, where the sleeve panel extends diagonally toward the neckline, the set-in configuration clearly separates the shoulder and sleeve into individual pattern sections.
- This construction creates a defined shoulder line associated with classic crew neck T-shirts. Combined with the relatively compact shoulder width and slim body, it allows the garment to sit neatly from the shoulders through the torso.
Double-Needle Reinforcement at the Shoulder Seams and Armholes:
- The shoulder seams and sleeve-to-body armhole seams are reinforced with double-needle stitching. This produces two parallel rows that run along opposite sides of each joining seam, visually and structurally straddling the seam line.
- Rather than securing only one side of the seam allowance, the stitching holds the joined area down from both sides. This helps stabilize the shoulder and armhole junctions, which are subjected to repeated movement and stress during wear.
- The two visible stitch lines also trace the shoulder and armhole shapes on the exterior. This makes the pattern construction clearly legible and adds understated visual definition without using printed or embroidered decoration.
Folded Self-Fabric Sleeve Openings:
- The sleeve openings are finished without separate rib-knit cuffs or other added bands. Instead, the jersey fabric of each sleeve is turned inward to form the finished edge.
- The folded edge is secured from the exterior with double-needle stitching, which produces two parallel rows. On the inside, the cut edge of the folded jersey is finished with overlock stitching to control and stabilize the fabric edge.
- Because no elastic rib-knit cuff is used, the sleeve opening is not strongly drawn in around the wrist. The sleeve therefore finishes with a clean, natural line consistent with the straightforward appearance of a long-sleeve T-shirt.
Folded Self-Fabric Bottom Hem:
- The bottom of the body is also finished without a separate rib-knit waistband or contrasting fabric component. The body jersey is turned inward and secured in the same general manner as the sleeve openings.
- Double-needle stitching produces two parallel rows on the exterior, while the cut edge of the folded fabric is finished with overlock stitching on the inside. This construction stabilizes the jersey edge while keeping the exterior finish clean and simple.
- Because the bottom hem is not drawn in by elastic rib knit, the slim body line continues naturally toward the lower edge. The supple character of the jersey remains visually and physically continuous from the torso through the hem.
Self-Fabric Chest Patch Pocket:
- A patch pocket made from the same 100% cotton jersey as the body is positioned at the left chest. Using self-fabric preserves the understated appearance of the plain T-shirt while adding a practical everyday detail.
- The upper pocket edge is turned inward to create a reinforced double layer at the opening. The lower corners are rounded rather than sharply squared, giving the pocket a softly shaped outline that follows the simple character of the garment.
- Because the pocket is not contrasted with a different material, it remains visually integrated with the body while still providing functional storage for small, lightweight items.
TOYS McCOY Brand Label:
- A small TOYS McCOY brand label is sewn near the lower left front of the body. Its compact placement adds a restrained visual accent without disrupting the otherwise plain appearance of the T-shirt.
Steve McQueen-Inspired Design:
- This model is part of the TOYS McCOY Steve McQueen Collection and takes inspiration from the simple short-sleeve pocket T-shirts McQueen wore in private and off-screen settings.
- The understated short-sleeve concept has been reworked as a long-sleeve T-shirt while preserving the essential combination of a plain crew neck body and a practical chest pocket.
- Rather than relying on graphics, embroidery, or decorative appliques, the design expresses its vintage influence through fabric texture, compact proportions, tubular construction, binder-neck finishing, and visible reinforcement stitching.
Relationship Between Fabric and Construction:
- The balanced thickness of the cotton jersey gives clear definition to the binder neck, chest pocket, shoulder seams, armholes, sleeve openings, and bottom hem without making the garment excessively thick or stiff.
- At the same time, the supple knit structure allows the tubular body and sleeves to move naturally with the wearer. The absence of side seams and separate rib-knit bands at the sleeve openings and hem helps maintain a continuous, straightforward jersey feel throughout the garment.
Vintage T-Shirt Construction:
- The tubular side-seam-free body, binder-finished crew neck, long set-in sleeves, double-needle reinforcement at the shoulders and armholes, and folded self-fabric sleeve openings and bottom hem are functional parts of the garment's construction rather than purely decorative references.
- Together, these details reflect the practical simplicity associated with vintage American T-shirts while allowing the sewing and pattern structure to remain visible on the exterior.
Fabric Development Through Wear:
- After the initial wash, the unwashed cotton jersey tends to settle and become slightly denser as the knitted stitches draw closer together. With continued careful wear and laundering, the fabric gradually becomes more naturally broken in and comfortable.
- The subtle slub and nep character, visible knit columns, and natural surface variation remain part of the fabric's appearance, allowing the T-shirt to develop a more personal texture without losing its balanced thickness and supple hand.
Overall Construction and Design:
- This long-sleeve pocket T-shirt combines 100% cotton jersey of balanced thickness with an unwashed finish, a tubular side-seam-free body, a double-needle-stitched rib-knit binder neck, long set-in sleeves, double-needle reinforcement at the shoulders and armholes, folded self-fabric sleeve openings and bottom hem, a self-fabric chest pocket, and a small TOYS McCOY label near the lower left front.
- Its slim and compact proportions, slightly shorter body length, natural jersey texture, and visible construction stitching give the garment a straightforward vintage-inspired character without relying on printed graphics or embroidery.
- The result is a simple, versatile long-sleeve pocket T-shirt that reinterprets the understated off-screen style associated with Steve McQueen while remaining practical for contemporary casual wear and layering.
Care Instructions:
- Hand wash gently in cold water. Do not machine wash.
- Do not use chlorine bleach or oxygen bleach.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Do not use mechanical spin drying. Reshape the garment after washing and allow it to dry naturally in the shade.
- Iron at a low temperature with a pressing cloth placed between the iron and the garment.
- Do not dry clean.
Important Information About the Unwashed Finish:
- This garment is made from unwashed 100% cotton jersey. Slight dimensional change may occur during the first and subsequent washings as the knitted structure contracts and settles.
- Under gentle laundering conditions, shrinkage is more likely to occur in the body length than in the width. The expected change is slight, but actual results may vary according to the individual garment and laundering method.
- Warm or hot water, aggressive washing, strong mechanical action, spin drying, and tumble drying can increase shrinkage and may cause greater or less predictable dimensional changes. To help minimize shrinkage, wash gently by hand in cold water, reshape the garment, and dry it naturally in the shade.
- Continued careful laundering and wear will allow the cotton fibers and knitted structure to settle gradually, giving the fabric a more naturally broken-in hand over time.
Important Information:
- Inventory is shared with our physical retail store, so online stock availability may not always be updated in real time.
- Although an item may appear to be available when an order is placed, it may occasionally have already sold out due to the timing of an in-store or online purchase. We appreciate your understanding.
- All garment measurements are taken by hand with the item laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Because of normal variations between individual garments and differences in the measuring process, actual measurements may vary slightly from those listed.
- Actual product colors may appear slightly different from the photographs depending on lighting conditions during photography, your monitor or device, screen brightness, color calibration, and other display settings.
TOYS McCOY
Available Colors
This men's plain long-sleeve crew neck pocket T-shirt is made in Japan by TOYS McCOY as part of the brand's Steve McQueen Collection. Inspired by the simple short-sleeve pocket T-shirts Steve McQueen wore in private and off-screen settings, the design reinterprets that understated style as a long-sleeve T-shirt for contemporary casual wear. It is made from 100% cotton jersey with a balanced thickness and a soft, supple hand and features a tubular side-seam-free body knitted on a circular knitting machine, an unwashed finish, a separate rib-knit binder neck secured with double-needle stitching that forms two parallel rows, long set-in sleeves, double-needle reinforcement along the shoulder and armhole seams, folded self-fabric sleeve openings and bottom hem, a self-fabric patch pocket at the left chest, and a small TOYS McCOY label near the lower left front. The sleeve openings and bottom hem have no separate rib-knit bands. Instead, the jersey fabric is turned inward and secured with double-needle stitching on the exterior, while the cut edges are finished with overlock stitching on the inside. With no printed graphics or embroidery, the T-shirt relies on its fabric texture, slim and compact proportions, traditional tubular construction, and visible reinforcement stitching to express a simple vintage-inspired character. Its clean design makes it suitable for wearing on its own or as a layer beneath a shirt, sweatshirt, jacket, or coat.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
This item uses Japanese tagged sizing and is cut with slim, compact proportions. It may fit smaller than many standard U.S./EU long-sleeve T-shirts. Please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference when selecting a size.
The silhouette is designed with a compact chest width and a slightly shorter body length. The shoulders are not cut excessively wide, and the set-in sleeve construction clearly defines the position of the shoulder seams. From the chest through the torso, the body follows relatively close to the natural lines of the wearer, creating a clean, streamlined profile without the generous room associated with a relaxed or oversized fit.
No rib-knit band is attached at the bottom hem. Instead, the body jersey is turned inward and secured with double-needle stitching on the exterior, while the cut edge is finished with overlock stitching on the inside. Because the hem is not strongly drawn in by elastic rib knit, the slim line of the body falls naturally toward the bottom. The sleeve openings are constructed in the same general manner, without separate rib-knit cuffs, allowing the sleeves to finish with a clean, straightforward T-shirt profile around the wrists.
The cotton jersey has a balanced thickness that is neither unusually thin and lightweight nor excessively thick and rigid like a heavyweight fabric. Its natural softness and supple flexibility allow it to follow the wearer's movement without creating a stiff or bulky silhouette.
Please note that this garment is supplied in an unwashed condition. After the first wash, slight shrinkage may occur, primarily in the body length. The amount of dimensional change can vary according to the individual garment, water temperature, washing method, and drying conditions. The measurements listed below were taken before washing and should be considered when selecting your size.
Our model is wearing a tagged size S. He is 5'9" (175 cm) tall, weighs 128 lbs. (58 kg), and has a 35.8" (91 cm) chest.
Because fit may vary depending on body type and personal preference, please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference. For the most accurate comparison, we recommend measuring a similar slim-fitting long-sleeve T-shirt that fits you well. All measurements are taken by hand with a measuring tape, so slight variations may occur between individual garments and depending on the measuring method.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements.
Please compare them with a similar long-sleeve T-shirt from your wardrobe to get a better sense of the fit.
In inches
Tagged Size S
Width: 18.1" / Length: 25.2"
Sleeve: 32.3" (24.0") / Shoulder: 16.5"
Tagged Size M
Width: 19.3" / Length: 26.4"
Sleeve: 33.5" (24.8") / Shoulder: 17.3"
Tagged Size L
Width: 20.9" / Length: 26.8"
Sleeve: 34.3" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.1"
Tagged Size XL
Width: 22.0" / Length: 27.2"
Sleeve: 34.6" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.9"
Tagged Size XXL
Width: 22.8" / Length: 28.0"
Sleeve: 35.4" (25.6") / Shoulder: 19.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size S
Width: 46cm / Length: 64cm
Sleeve: 82cm (61cm) / Shoulder: 42cm
Tagged Size M
Width: 49cm / Length: 67cm
Sleeve: 85cm (63cm) / Shoulder: 44cm
Tagged Size L
Width: 53cm / Length: 68cm
Sleeve: 87cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 46cm
Tagged Size XL
Width: 56cm / Length: 69cm
Sleeve: 88cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 48cm
Tagged Size XXL
Width: 58cm / Length: 71cm
Sleeve: 90cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the armholes.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar joins the body, straight down to the bottom of the hem.
Sleeve (Center-Back Sleeve Length): The first sleeve measurement is taken from the center back at the base of the collar seam, across the shoulder, and down to the end of the sleeve opening.
Sleeve in Parentheses (Sleeve Length from Shoulder Seam): The sleeve measurement shown in parentheses is taken from the top of the shoulder seam straight down to the end of the sleeve opening.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across the back from the outer edge of one shoulder seam to the outer edge of the other.
Style Number: TMC2543 (TMC-2543).
Material: 100% cotton.
Finish: Unwashed.
Made in Japan.
Brand new and unused.
-All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
-Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.
-Actual color may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings.
100% Cotton Jersey with a Balanced Thickness:
- The fabric is a single jersey knit made from 100% cotton. It has a balanced thickness and moderate body appropriate for a long-sleeve T-shirt. It is not unusually thin or lightweight, but it also avoids the excessive thickness, stiffness, and bulk associated with heavyweight jersey.
- On the face of the fabric, the vertical columns of knit stitches, known as wales, create subtle linear definition. These visible stitch columns give the surface natural depth and prevent it from appearing completely flat or mechanically uniform.
- The surface is not finished to an excessively smooth, perfectly even appearance. Subtle irregularity, fine slub character, and small nep variations reflect the natural character of the yarn and create a restrained, vintage-inspired texture without making the fabric look overly coarse.
- Despite its moderate thickness and noticeable fabric presence, the jersey is not hard or overly rigid. It retains the natural softness and supple flexibility of cotton knit fabric, allowing it to bend and conform comfortably with the wearer's movement.
Tubular-Knit Body Construction:
- The torso is knitted as a continuous tube on a circular knitting machine, creating what is commonly referred to as a tubular-knit body. This is different from a conventional cut-and-sewn T-shirt body made from separate front and back panels joined along the left and right sides.
- Because the body is knitted as one continuous tube, there are no vertical side seams along either side of the torso. Eliminating these seams also removes the corresponding seam allowances and localized layers of fabric that would otherwise be present against the sides of the body.
- The uninterrupted tubular structure allows the jersey to continue naturally around the torso, creating a clean exterior profile without visible side-seam lines. It also helps keep the contact surface along the sides comparatively flat and comfortable.
- Tubular body construction is a traditional method associated with many vintage American T-shirts and sweatshirts. In this garment, it forms an important part of the simple, classic appearance rather than serving as a decorative feature.
Unwashed Finish:
- The completed T-shirt is supplied in an unwashed condition and has not undergone a final factory wash. Before laundering, the knitted stitches have not yet settled and tightened through exposure to water and drying, so the knit may appear slightly more open in its new state.
- During washing and drying, the knitted structure naturally contracts and the stitches settle slightly closer together. As a result, the fabric tends to develop a somewhat denser, more cohesive, and firmer hand than it has before the first wash.
- This change is a normal characteristic of unwashed 100% cotton jersey. With continued careful wear and laundering, the fabric will gradually become more naturally broken in while retaining its balanced thickness and supple character.
Shrinkage Characteristics:
- Because this T-shirt is made from unwashed 100% cotton jersey, slight dimensional change may occur during the first and subsequent washings. Under gentle laundering conditions, shrinkage is more likely to appear in the vertical direction, particularly in the body length, than across the body width.
- When the garment is gently hand washed in cold water, reshaped, and allowed to dry naturally in the shade, shrinkage tends to remain comparatively slight. The body width generally changes less than the body length, although some widthwise change may still occur.
- The actual amount and direction of shrinkage can vary according to the individual garment, water temperature, washing duration, mechanical action, and drying method. The measurements in this description were taken before washing.
- Hot water and tumble drying can cause the knitted structure to contract more rapidly and extensively, resulting in greater or less predictable dimensional change. These methods should be avoided.
Crew Neck and Binder-Neck Construction:
- The crew neck is finished with a separate rib-knit binder. The rib-knit binding wraps around the cut edge of the jersey body at the neckline, enclosing it from both the exterior and interior sides.
- Unlike a conventional collar in which only one edge of a rib-knit component is joined to the body, this binder construction holds the cut neckline edge between the folded layers of rib knit. This reinforces the neck opening from both sides and creates a clearly defined finished edge.
- Double-needle stitching forms two parallel rows that follow the neckline and secure the binder in place. The visible stitch lines also emphasize the curved shape of the crew neck while contributing to the clean, structured appearance of the collar area.
- Because the neckline is repeatedly stretched when the T-shirt is pulled over the head, enclosing and reinforcing the cut edge helps stabilize this high-stress area through normal wear and careful laundering.
Set-In Sleeve Construction:
- The T-shirt uses conventional long set-in sleeves. Each shaped sleeve cap is sewn into the corresponding armhole, with the sleeve beginning at the outer end of the shoulder seam.
- Unlike raglan construction, where the sleeve panel extends diagonally toward the neckline, the set-in configuration clearly separates the shoulder and sleeve into individual pattern sections.
- This construction creates a defined shoulder line associated with classic crew neck T-shirts. Combined with the relatively compact shoulder width and slim body, it allows the garment to sit neatly from the shoulders through the torso.
Double-Needle Reinforcement at the Shoulder Seams and Armholes:
- The shoulder seams and sleeve-to-body armhole seams are reinforced with double-needle stitching. This produces two parallel rows that run along opposite sides of each joining seam, visually and structurally straddling the seam line.
- Rather than securing only one side of the seam allowance, the stitching holds the joined area down from both sides. This helps stabilize the shoulder and armhole junctions, which are subjected to repeated movement and stress during wear.
- The two visible stitch lines also trace the shoulder and armhole shapes on the exterior. This makes the pattern construction clearly legible and adds understated visual definition without using printed or embroidered decoration.
Folded Self-Fabric Sleeve Openings:
- The sleeve openings are finished without separate rib-knit cuffs or other added bands. Instead, the jersey fabric of each sleeve is turned inward to form the finished edge.
- The folded edge is secured from the exterior with double-needle stitching, which produces two parallel rows. On the inside, the cut edge of the folded jersey is finished with overlock stitching to control and stabilize the fabric edge.
- Because no elastic rib-knit cuff is used, the sleeve opening is not strongly drawn in around the wrist. The sleeve therefore finishes with a clean, natural line consistent with the straightforward appearance of a long-sleeve T-shirt.
Folded Self-Fabric Bottom Hem:
- The bottom of the body is also finished without a separate rib-knit waistband or contrasting fabric component. The body jersey is turned inward and secured in the same general manner as the sleeve openings.
- Double-needle stitching produces two parallel rows on the exterior, while the cut edge of the folded fabric is finished with overlock stitching on the inside. This construction stabilizes the jersey edge while keeping the exterior finish clean and simple.
- Because the bottom hem is not drawn in by elastic rib knit, the slim body line continues naturally toward the lower edge. The supple character of the jersey remains visually and physically continuous from the torso through the hem.
Self-Fabric Chest Patch Pocket:
- A patch pocket made from the same 100% cotton jersey as the body is positioned at the left chest. Using self-fabric preserves the understated appearance of the plain T-shirt while adding a practical everyday detail.
- The upper pocket edge is turned inward to create a reinforced double layer at the opening. The lower corners are rounded rather than sharply squared, giving the pocket a softly shaped outline that follows the simple character of the garment.
- Because the pocket is not contrasted with a different material, it remains visually integrated with the body while still providing functional storage for small, lightweight items.
TOYS McCOY Brand Label:
- A small TOYS McCOY brand label is sewn near the lower left front of the body. Its compact placement adds a restrained visual accent without disrupting the otherwise plain appearance of the T-shirt.
Steve McQueen-Inspired Design:
- This model is part of the TOYS McCOY Steve McQueen Collection and takes inspiration from the simple short-sleeve pocket T-shirts McQueen wore in private and off-screen settings.
- The understated short-sleeve concept has been reworked as a long-sleeve T-shirt while preserving the essential combination of a plain crew neck body and a practical chest pocket.
- Rather than relying on graphics, embroidery, or decorative appliques, the design expresses its vintage influence through fabric texture, compact proportions, tubular construction, binder-neck finishing, and visible reinforcement stitching.
Relationship Between Fabric and Construction:
- The balanced thickness of the cotton jersey gives clear definition to the binder neck, chest pocket, shoulder seams, armholes, sleeve openings, and bottom hem without making the garment excessively thick or stiff.
- At the same time, the supple knit structure allows the tubular body and sleeves to move naturally with the wearer. The absence of side seams and separate rib-knit bands at the sleeve openings and hem helps maintain a continuous, straightforward jersey feel throughout the garment.
Vintage T-Shirt Construction:
- The tubular side-seam-free body, binder-finished crew neck, long set-in sleeves, double-needle reinforcement at the shoulders and armholes, and folded self-fabric sleeve openings and bottom hem are functional parts of the garment's construction rather than purely decorative references.
- Together, these details reflect the practical simplicity associated with vintage American T-shirts while allowing the sewing and pattern structure to remain visible on the exterior.
Fabric Development Through Wear:
- After the initial wash, the unwashed cotton jersey tends to settle and become slightly denser as the knitted stitches draw closer together. With continued careful wear and laundering, the fabric gradually becomes more naturally broken in and comfortable.
- The subtle slub and nep character, visible knit columns, and natural surface variation remain part of the fabric's appearance, allowing the T-shirt to develop a more personal texture without losing its balanced thickness and supple hand.
Overall Construction and Design:
- This long-sleeve pocket T-shirt combines 100% cotton jersey of balanced thickness with an unwashed finish, a tubular side-seam-free body, a double-needle-stitched rib-knit binder neck, long set-in sleeves, double-needle reinforcement at the shoulders and armholes, folded self-fabric sleeve openings and bottom hem, a self-fabric chest pocket, and a small TOYS McCOY label near the lower left front.
- Its slim and compact proportions, slightly shorter body length, natural jersey texture, and visible construction stitching give the garment a straightforward vintage-inspired character without relying on printed graphics or embroidery.
- The result is a simple, versatile long-sleeve pocket T-shirt that reinterprets the understated off-screen style associated with Steve McQueen while remaining practical for contemporary casual wear and layering.
Care Instructions:
- Hand wash gently in cold water. Do not machine wash.
- Do not use chlorine bleach or oxygen bleach.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Do not use mechanical spin drying. Reshape the garment after washing and allow it to dry naturally in the shade.
- Iron at a low temperature with a pressing cloth placed between the iron and the garment.
- Do not dry clean.
Important Information About the Unwashed Finish:
- This garment is made from unwashed 100% cotton jersey. Slight dimensional change may occur during the first and subsequent washings as the knitted structure contracts and settles.
- Under gentle laundering conditions, shrinkage is more likely to occur in the body length than in the width. The expected change is slight, but actual results may vary according to the individual garment and laundering method.
- Warm or hot water, aggressive washing, strong mechanical action, spin drying, and tumble drying can increase shrinkage and may cause greater or less predictable dimensional changes. To help minimize shrinkage, wash gently by hand in cold water, reshape the garment, and dry it naturally in the shade.
- Continued careful laundering and wear will allow the cotton fibers and knitted structure to settle gradually, giving the fabric a more naturally broken-in hand over time.
Important Information:
- Inventory is shared with our physical retail store, so online stock availability may not always be updated in real time.
- Although an item may appear to be available when an order is placed, it may occasionally have already sold out due to the timing of an in-store or online purchase. We appreciate your understanding.
- All garment measurements are taken by hand with the item laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Because of normal variations between individual garments and differences in the measuring process, actual measurements may vary slightly from those listed.
- Actual product colors may appear slightly different from the photographs depending on lighting conditions during photography, your monitor or device, screen brightness, color calibration, and other display settings.
