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Authentic Pigment 1910 - Pigment-Dyed Baseball Cap - Yam
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Description
The Authentic Pigment 1910 is the Pigment-Dyed Baseball Cap, a 100% cotton twill unstructured six-panel dad cap that ships already pigment-dyed and water-washed for a broken-in vintage look out of the box. It is the cap a shop reaches for when a programme needs a pigment-dyed dad hat for boutique and retail resale lines, vintage-branded merch, promotional and event giveaways, and any decorator who wants a pre-washed cotton cap that embroiders cleanly and reads as a premium lived-in accessory rather than a stiff off-the-shelf blank.
Decorating a pigment-dyed unstructured cap follows the dad cap rulebook. For flat embroidery, the cotton twill front panel takes a clean stitch line, and the unstructured soft crown sits flat under the hoop; place the logo centred on the front panel between the bill and the top seam, and use a tear-away or cut-away backing behind the front panel so the stitch does not pucker the soft unstructured crown. Flat embroidery is the primary decoration method on this cap. For woven and embroidered patches, sew the patch to the front panel for a clean branded look that pairs naturally with the pigment-dyed finish. For leather and PU patches, stitch (not heat-bond) the patch to the unstructured panel, since heat-bonding can shift on the soft cotton and the pigment-dyed surface may not bond adhesive cleanly. For DTF and heat-transfer labels, small transfers press on the front or side panel at a controlled temperature; keep the transfer small and avoid high heat that could scorch the pigment-dyed finish. 3D puff embroidery is not recommended, since the unstructured crown has no buckram backing to give the raised foam a firm foundation. Screen printing is not recommended, since the curved seamed front panel is not a flat print surface.
- Brand: Authentic Pigment
- Style: 1910 (Pigment-Dyed Baseball Cap)
- Fabric: 100% pigment-dyed, water-washed cotton twill
- Construction: Unstructured six-panel. Low-profile. Embroidered eyelets. Pre-curved bill with four rows of stitching. Cotton sweatband. Antique brass snap with tuck-in closure.
- Fit: One size, adjustable snap closure
- Colors available: 23 colourways including solids and two-tone khaki combinations; each cap carries slight pigment variation from the dye process (check current availability on the product page)
- Ordering: available by the piece or by the case; confirm current packing per case for your colour before a large order
- Care: Spot clean. Do not machine wash.
The reorder note specific to this style: because each cap is pigment-dyed individually, there is slight colour variation piece to piece and between dye lots, which is inherent to the pigment process and not a defect. Order a full colour run at once to keep the variation within one lot. The two-tone colourways (Khaki/Navy, Khaki/Black, Khaki/Willow) carry a contrasting pigment-dyed visor and button that adds a built-in design detail. Cross-shop the Adams AD969 when a programme wants a similar pigment-dyed unstructured dad cap, and the Richardson 112 when the job wants a structured trucker with buckram-backed 3D puff embroidery capability. TheClothingSpace stocks the 1910 at wholesale pricing with bulk discounts that increase as case and unit quantities rise, among the lowest prices online for this style, with fast US shipping on stocked colours.
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Features
- 100% preshrunk cotton
- Made with sustainably and fairly grown USA cotton
- Seamless rib at neck
- Taped shoulder-to-shoulder
- Double-needle stitching throughout
- Tear-away label
- Quarter-turned to eliminate center crease
- 7/8" collar
- Classic fit
Shipping & Returns
All Blank orders of $59 or more are shipped FREE same day via UPS Ground. Blank orders under $59 will qualify for the following shipping options:
- USPS Blank Apparel Shipping (2-4 Business Days): $4.99
- UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $8.99
Read our Shipping Policy for more information.
Fill out the Blank Apparel Return Form within 30 days of the order date to be eligible for a refund or return.
Note: All blank orders shipped outside of the continental US are not eligible for return, exchange, or refund.
Decoration Method Compatibility
How this blank performs across popular decoration methods.
| Method | Compatible | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Flat Embroidery | ✓ | the cotton twill front panel takes a clean stitch line; use a tear-away or cut-away backing behind the unstructured front so the stitch does not pucker the soft crown; primary decoration method |
| Woven / Embroidered Patch | ✓ | sew the patch to the front panel for a clean branded look that pairs naturally with the pigment-dyed finish |
| Leather / PU Patch | ✓ | stitch (not heat-bond) the patch to the unstructured panel; heat-bonding can shift on the soft cotton and the pigment surface may not bond adhesive cleanly |
| DTF / Heat-Transfer Label | ✓ | small transfers press on the front or side panel at a controlled temperature; keep the transfer small and avoid high heat that could scorch the pigment-dyed finish |
| 3D Puff Embroidery | ✗ | the unstructured crown has no buckram backing to give the raised foam a firm foundation; route 3D puff to a structured cap like the Richardson 112 |
| Screen Print | ✗ | the curved seamed front panel is not a flat print surface |
| Sublimation | ✗ | 100% cotton twill is not a polyester sublimation substrate |
How Does the Authentic Pigment 1910 Compare?
| Spec | Authentic Pigment 1910 (Pigment-Dyed Dad Cap) | Adams AD969 (Optimum Pigment-Dyed Dad Cap) | Richardson 112 (Structured Trucker) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting At | $6.20 | $9.39 | $8.48 |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Yarn / Fabric | 100% pigment-dyed water-washed cotton twill | 100% pigment-dyed cotton twill | Cotton/poly twill front, poly mesh back |
| Fit | Unstructured, low-profile, one size snap | Unstructured, low-profile, one size | Structured, mid-profile, snapback |
| Construction | Pigment-dyed, 6-panel, pre-curved bill, brass snap | Pigment-dyed, 6-panel, optimum fit | Buckram front, trucker mesh, pre-curved bill |
| Best For | A vintage pigment-dyed dad cap for embroidery programmes | A premium pigment-dyed dad cap | A structured trucker when 3D puff or a stiff crown is needed |
Fabric Blend by Color Group
Not all colorways share the same fabric composition. Check the blend before ordering for decoration jobs where substrate matters.
| Color Group | Blend | Print Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Light pigment colours (White, Khaki, Buck, Seafoam, Bay, Periwinkle, Flamingo, Mustard, Yam) | 100% pigment-dyed cotton twill | Lighter pigment grounds; embroidery thread reads with full contrast; DTF labels read cleanly on the light washed surface |
| Dark pigment colours (Black, Deep Navy, Denim, Nautical Red, Khaki Green, Moss Green, Vineyard, Royal Caribe, Willow, Gray, Smoke) | 100% pigment-dyed cotton twill | Darker pigment grounds; choose high-contrast thread colours for embroidery; DTF labels need a white base on the deepest shades |
| Two-tone combinations (Khaki/Navy, Khaki/Black, Khaki/Willow) | 100% pigment-dyed cotton twill | Contrasting visor and button add a built-in design detail; keep embroidery on the khaki front panel for maximum contrast |
Size Chart
Measurements in inches. Source: Authentic Pigment / alphabroder spec
| Size | Chest (inches) | Length (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| One Size | N/A | N/A |