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Rating: 3.33 out of 21 votes cast
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Item #: 146643

Our long-time favorite T is crafted of cotton and then pigment garment dyed for soft, weathered colors and texture. Roomy fit. Territory Ahead embroidered logo on bottom hem. 100% cotton. Imported in Beet; Birch; Celadon; Driftwood; Gull; Kale; Midnight Blue; Nutmeg; Vintage Blue; Vintage Black; Amber; Tomato; Ocean; Sky Blue; Yellow.

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Rating: 3.33 out of 21 votes cast

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Great T Shirt

I've been ordering and wearing these tees for at least 10 years and love them. They look great alone, under a shirt or even under a sport coat. The design and quality of the shirt can take you from a lazy day watching TV to a night on the town.

Tom46

California

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What have you done to this T-shirt

Love the color and fit. Hate the feel. what happened to real cotton. this feels like some kind of blend. I have bought lots of these in the past this is not the right direction

Jmmw

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Disappointed

I have ordered this t-shirt numerous times and was a huge fan. I do not like the new Ring-spun fabric. It does not have the same feel and does not hold its shape as well as the previous knit. I also wish the colors were more pure and less muted and washed in appearance.

STCLAIR

Los Angeles

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size matters

The reason I have bought so many of these T's is that the large is a little big. They fit me perfectly. I've been a customer of these t's for 3 years. The new colors I was less than excited about until they were delivered. Now I think they are great. The subtle color is good for my taste although I think a white basic is important.

winc

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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A changed T

I have purchased these T-shirts for four years now. I'm surprised that Terr. would co me down in quality of its product. It seems the thickness of T has changed and the feel of the t as well. Hope we see improvement. With more colors as well.

elpotty

Hagerstown , MD

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Declining quality; holes in shirt near pockets

Hi I've bought a lot of these shirts, and the most recent set I bought last year are really much lower quality than in the past. On almost all of them, there are holes developing near the top 2 corners of the pocket. I wear the shirts regularly, but I have so many that no single one gets worn a lot, and I never put anything in the pocket. They look bad enough that I can only wear them under a sweater. This is really disappointing. I love the colors, but if anyone knows of an alternative place to buy T-shirts with cool colors, I'd love to hear about it.

jc99

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New version just ain't the same

Before TTA changed the A-list T-shirt line to ringspun cotton, I was one of the most bitter complainers about the pockets tearing holes at the mounting points. Now come these new types (whose longevity is yet to be confirmed), and they just are not as substantial feeling. The near-Euro tailoring remains, but the ringspun material looks and feels more like an undershirt than a standalone piece of apparel. Worse yet, TTA has not released the softer colors that used to be available during summer months. Even here in New England, in May, the current colors are too deep to wear in the sun. As soon as some other seller sees this gap, and fills it, I will drift away.

EdonTTA

Eastern Massachusetts

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I Never Have Enough of These Shirts!

I love these shirts, and, if I more space, I would definitely have more! They wash & dry just great, and the pocket makes them indispensable for my husband and I. We are both retired, and dress casually most of the time.

Buzzy808

Alabama

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EXCELLENT T-SHIRT

I OWN SEVERAL IN DIFFERENT COLORS. THE COLORS ARE GREAT AND THEY WEAR WELL. SHOULD LAST A LONG TIME AS THE MATERIAL IS HEAVIER WITHOUT BEING HOTTER TO WEAR. WISH THEY WERE JUST A BIT LESS EXPENSIVE.

DJMESQ

NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA

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aubiekat

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Same as it is ever was!

Not sure what all the scuttle is about the ""new"" A-List tees. They're every bit as good, and feel exactly the same, as the old ones. If you've never owned one, I mean that they are simply excellent tee shirts -- beefy, soft, comfortable, and they fit great. I've been buying these things forever -- seriously, for as long as they've been around. The 2012 edition is every bit as great as the older ones and a great deal too.

rugbypitch1971

New York

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Not colorfast

I purchased this new ""blend"" for the first time a few months ago. They are just OK - I only wear them around the house - but the beet color has bled since the first time I've washed it and turned much of my laundrey pink. I only wash it with blacks now. I have washed it over 5 times and it continues to bleed.

PinotGrigio

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Options

While the quality of the t-shirts is good it is still just a t-shirt if you had a better color selection or even the colors you used to have available I would more

Bryanb

Juneau, Ak

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waning loyalty

I have worn only territory ahead A list pocket ts for years, but am becoming disillusioned. I dont understand why TA says they are the same, because they are not. The pocket corners fail too quickly and dont be a slob like me and drip chocolate ice cream on your a list t, you will never get the stain out. TA, the guarantees are nice, but I would rather have the old shirts.

dabeed

Asheville, NC

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Pretty Good T's

I have been buying A List T's for several years. I usually find that the size and color I want is either out of stock/back ordered or sold out with no chance of reorder. I like these shirts. Like others, I wish the return of the more original colors would take place. The pocket corners do wear fast. I'm hard on these shirts and for most part, they last, feel better after several washings. Just bring colors back!!!!

AZishome

Scottsdale, AZ

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Quality going down hill

I have been buying your Tees for years and I am becoming more disillusioned with each order. I have one of my original tees and it is still in great shape and the material feels twice as thick as my last order. The last few years I have been buying the tee with a pocket and this is where the thinner (cheaper) material is exposed. Every one of my most recent purchases are torn at the pocket corner. The pockets are used only on rare occasions. I would think that a $25+ tee shirt would be of better quality and you could expect them to last longer than just a few months.

Whit

Southern California

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Not the same shirts...

I have been buying the A-List shirts for years as my go-to dress casual T. Not any longer... Sometime around fall 2011, TA changed the material in these shirts to a much lighter, softer cotton. It hangs like tissue compared to the old style shirts. The bias tape used on both the ""v"" neck and crew is also lighter and prone to rolling and curling. TA is still my preferred clothing maker, but I have to admit I have moved to a better T. Please bring back the heavier material! p.s. Giving the shirts high marks even with my complaints. They are not cheap or badly made, just different. They may be perfect for you!

Malachi

Kansas

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Love this Tshirt

I have seen the texture of this T-shirt evolve over the years. I actually prefer the lighter, softer texture. Great for layering.

dhahabu

Panama City, Panama

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A-List T's now on C-list

I agree with other reviewers that the ""new"" lighter weight material used for these is a real disappointment compared to the old heavier weight tees. These new ones soon develop ""turkey necks"" for those of you that have seen the Michael Jordan commercial. Also when I've tried to order them, in XXL, they only have yellow or nutmeg in stock.

brutus

Chicago

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Never Again

Used to buy TA Tee's as they were nice thick material and L-O-N-G. Others T's were short length and obviously cheapened in all other areas (tiny pockets, small arms, thin material, etc, whatever companies could do to increase profit at the expense of Quality). Now TA has followed the same route and cut the quality of their T's and I won't be buying these any more . . . especially at this price! The search goes on . . . dang.

Whiterabbit

ohio

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The new ringspun variant

I bought 3 of the new ringspun variant of the classic A List tee shirt. Thus far I've not had issues with the pocket. While I do miss the heft of the older model, I don't find these objectionably light. They seem to be of similar weight to the heathered A List shirts (sorely missed, even sans pocket). But I will throw in with another reviewer and comment about the color. The red on my beet shirt has run and continues to run. I've resigned myself to having to hand wash this thing by itself. Sage and the marine blue seem okay after one washing. Either buy enough beet shirts to take up a whole wash load or avoid entirely.

jinazaki

Silicon Valley

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Do you know your acetate from a hole in the ground? Your gussets from your grommets? If not, here's a list of the more commonly used textile words and terms that you'll see in our catalog. For more information or clarification, you can call us at: 800-882-4324


  • ACETATE - A manufactured fiber that uses cellulose refined from cotton and/or wood pulp. Characteristics: fast drying, wrinkle- and shrinkage-resistant, crisp or soft depending on end use, luxurious in appearance.
  • ACRYLIC - A manufactured fiber made from long-chain synthetic polymers. Characteristics: wrinkle resistance; low moisture absorbency and quick-drying; provides warmth yet lightweight, soft and resilient.
  • ALPACA - The fleece from an Alpaca, a cousin to the llama. Alpaca fleece is similar in characteristics to wool, but softer, silkier and more lustrous.
  • BANDED COLLAR - A shirt without a fold-over collar; there is only the band at the neck.
  • BARTACK - A close series of stitches crossing a piece of cloth in order to reinforce is at a point of concentrated strain (e.g. belt loop or patch pocket corner).
  • BASKET WEAVE - A variation of the plain weave in which two or more threads weave alike in both warp (down) and filling (across) directions, joined in the regular order of the plain weave. So named for the basket-like pattern of the weave.
  • BATIK - A method of resist dyeing which employs wax as the resist. The pattern is covered with wax, and the fabric is then dyed: the wax patterns will not take the dye. The wax is removed after dyeing by boiling the fabric or applying solvent. The fabric is often streaked where the dye has gone through cracks in the wax. Batik dyeing originated in Indonesia.
  • BESOM - A narrow piece of fabric that works as an edging on a pocket; can be single besom, one side of pocket opening or double besom, both sides.
  • BOX PLEAT - Two small, back to back outward facing pleats that have a box- like appearance. On shirts, box pleats are positioned in the center back at the bottom of the yoke to allow ease of movement in the shoulders and arms.
  • BROADCLOTH - A fine, closely woven, lustrous cotton or cotton/poly blend made in plain weave with a fine rib in the direction of the filling (across). The filling yarn is heavier and has less twist than the warp yarn (down). The cloth is usually mercerized, and has a soft, firm finish.
  • BRUSHING - A finishing process for woven or knit fabrics in which brushes or other abrading elements are used to raise a nap (a fuzzy or downy surface). Brushed fabrics have a soft, slightly weathered, broken-in feel.
  • BUTTON-DOWN COLLAR - Having buttonholes on the collar points so they fasten to the shirt.
  • CAMP COLLAR - A one-piece collar that lays flat, part of the shirt also lays flat to create a notch. Also called a Convertible Collar or Notched Collar.
  • CANVAS - A general classification of strong, firm, closely woven fabrics usually made with cotton. A heavier, open weave comprised of plied yarns (a number of single yarns, usually three, twisted together). Characteristics: very hard-wearing, generally water-resistant.
  • CASHMERE - The fleece comes from a Cashmere goat. These animals roam at high elevations (10,000 - 15,000 ft.), hence their very warm, soft fleece. Garments made with cashmere are normally more expensive because of limited yield (one goat produces only 4 ounces of fleece a year).
  • CHAMBRAY - A general class of plain weave, usually cotton, made with a colored warp (down) and white filling (across). Most often made using blue and white, but also available in stripes, checks and figured patterns.
  • COMBING - The removal of short fibers or noils from material so that the resulting yarn be composed of larger fibers. The comb straightens and arranges them in parallel order.
  • CORDUROY - A strong, durable fabric with cotton ground and vertical cut-pile stripes (wales) formed by an extra system of filling yarns. The foundation of the fabric can be either a plain or twill weave. Of all cotton fabrics, corduroy is the warmest because its wales form an insulated cushion of air.
  • COTTON - A vegetable fiber consisting of unicellular hairs attached to the seed of the cotton plant. The normal color of cotton is light to dark cream, and its chemical composition is almost pure cellulose. A distinct feature of the mature fiber is its spirality or twist. In fabrics, cotton makes for strong, versatile, cool-wearing and comfortable garments.
  • CREPE - A general classification of fabric characterized by a broad range of crinkled or gained surface effects. Methods of making crepe include the use of hard twisted yarns, special chemical treatment, special weaves and embossing.
  • DART - A tuck in the fabric that is sewn. It is used to define the shape of a garment making a two dimensional piece of fabric into a three-dimensional garment. Darts are usually seen where the body curves: bust, waist, hip.
  • DENIM - A well-known basic cotton or blended fabric in a right- or left-hand woven twill. Generally, the warp (down) is dyed blue with a white filling (across). Also called "dungaree."
  • DOBBY - A general term for a fabric woven on a special dobby loom, which allows the weaving of small, geometric figures. These patterns are beyond the range of simple looms, yet too limited to be produced economically by Jacquard loom. A dobby weave can be distinguished from a plain weave by its more ornate and intricate woven appearance.
  • FLANNEL - Generally, a cotton or wool fabric, napped on one or both sides (usually both), then bleached, dyed or printed, and brushed or rerun through the napping machine to revive the nap. Flannel fabrics are very soft and cozy.
  • FLEECE - 1). A heavy napped surface, most often in knit goods, made with a heavy and soft-spun back yarn, which is napped in finishing (e.g. the inside surface of a sweatshirt). 2). Wool sheared from sheep or other animals in the wool class. The term is especially used for the entire coat of wool shorn from the sheep at one time; it is generally taken off the animal in one piece.
  • GARMENT DYEING - The garment is first produced, then the complete garment is dyed.
  • GARMENT WASH - The garment is constructed and then washed to soften the fabric and minimize shrinkage.
  • GAUGE - A measurement used in knitted garments that reflects the size of the needles used to knit the garment. The larger the gauge, the smaller the needle - therefore, the finer the knit.
  • GORE - Vertical panels in a skirt or dress; enhances the fit of a garment.
  • GROMMET - Little air holes reinforced with metal ring, usually on jackets, hats or shoes to allow ventilation.
  • GROSGRAIN - A firm, closely woven, ribbed fabric. It has a dressy appearance and is used for ribbons, neckties, hatbands and trimmings.
  • GUSSET - A triangular piece of fabric inserted into a garment to improve the fit or for reinforcement (e.g. on the sleeve of a jacket under the arm to allow for extra layering).
  • HERRINGBONE TWILL - A broken twill weave composed of vertical sections which are alternately right hand and left hand in direction, resembling the vertebral structure of the herring (zigzag). The twill changes direction perfectly where the weave breaks, balancing the overall pattern of the fabric.
  • HOLLYWOOD WAISTBAND - The waistband is the same piece of fabric as the rest of the garment. Advantages are that it has a smooth silhouette making the transition from hip to waist more gradual.
  • JACQUARD - A system of weaving which, because of a pattern-making mechanism of great versatility, permits the production of very ornate, complex woven designs. This type of weaving is used for tapestry, figured necktie and dress fabric, and figured patterns on knit goods (sweaters).
  • JERSEY - A generic term for a plain knitted fabric; its principal distinction is that it is not a fabric with a distinct rib (e.g. T-shirt fabric).
  • KNIT - Knit fabrics are made up of a series of interlocking loops that result in a flexible construction. All knits have some stretch.
  • LINEN - One of the oldest textile fibers known. Though the fiber and the fabric are both commonly known as linen, it is actually flax, the fiber of the Linum plant. Linen is generally favored for its fine, strong, cool-wearing properties. It drapes away from the skin rather than clinging to it. In knitwear, linen is combined with other natural or synthetic fibers for improved strength and resiliency.
  • MERCERIZATION - A treatment of cotton yarn or fabric to increase its luster. Its affinity for dyes is also enhanced. In the process, the material is immersed under tension in a sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) solution. This later is neutralized in acid. The process causes a permanent swelling of the fiber, thus increasing its luster.
  • NYLON - The generic term for man-made fibers composed of polyamides derived from coal and petroleum. Characteristics: high strength, elasticity, low water absorption and quick-drying.
  • OMBRE - A color effect woven into the fabric that has gradual changes in shade from light to dark, generally produced by arranging different tones in the warp.
  • PIGMENT DYEING - A process in which a specific type of dye is applied to the surface of a fabric, then after one washing it fades into a softer color. The color will slowly continue to fade with age. Pigment dyed products from The Territory Ahead are prewashed and will not harm other garments during washing.
  • PLACKET - An opening with fabric piecing and buttons or snaps on a garment that facilitates dressing. Plackets can be at the neck of a shirt, the cuff of a sleeve, or the waist of a skirt or pair of pants.
  • PLEATS - Small tucks in clothing to allow for extra room and ease of movement. Pleats can be seen at the waist of pants or skirts, the cuff of a sleeve, the waist or bust area of a blouse or dress.
  • POLYESTER - A manufactured fiber made from long-chain synthetic polymers. Characteristics: crease-resistance, quick-drying, great shape retention, high strength, abrasion resistance and easy care.
  • PRINTING - Applying color(s) in definite, repeated patterns of fabric by any one of a number of printing methods. Color is deposited in thick paste form and treated with steam or chemicals to cause it to migrate into or adhere to textile material. The design is not woven into the cloth but stamped in after the cloth is woven or knit.
  • RAMIE - A strong, soft fiber yielded by the inner bark of the Ramie plant. The fiber is white, soft, lustrous and slightly coarser than flax (linen) when degummed and bleached. Ramie fabrics are strong, smooth and durable.
  • RAYON - A generic term for man-made fibers composed of regenerated cellulose derived from trees, cotton and woody plants. Characteristics: high absorbency, bright or dull luster, pleasant feel or hand, good draping qualities, ability to be dyed in brilliant colors and superior strength.
  • REACTIVE DYE - A type of dye that completely saturates the fabric for a long lasting color.
  • RIB KNIT - A double-knit fabric in which the rib wales or vertical rows of stitches intermesh alternatively on the face and the back of the fabric. Rib knit fabrics have good elasticity and shape retention, especially in the width.
  • RISE - The measurement on pants from the front waist between the legs up to the back waist. This refers to how high or low a pant will ride (i.e. "short-waist" or "long-waist")
  • SANDBLASTING - The garment is literally sandblasted for a worn-in look; fabric has to be very durable to withstand the abuse, usually 14 oz. denim for jeans.
  • SANDWASH - Sand is put into the industrial wash for a softened feel and texture for the garment.
  • SHIRTTAIL HEM - The curved bottom hem of a shirt - higher on the side hip area (for ease of movement) dipping low in the front and back (so that the shirt will stay tucked into pants).
  • SILK - Continuous protein filament produced by the larvae of various insects, especially the caterpillar when constructing its cocoon. The chief portion of commercial silk is produced in Japan and China. Characteristics: resiliency, aesthetics, elasticity and strength, warm in winter, cool in summer.
  • SLUB - A lump or thick place on yarn caused by small lengths of yarn adhering to it during the spinning process. This adds a random texture to the fabric when the yarn is woven or knit into a garment.
  • SPREAD COLLAR - An open collar with no buttons to hold the collar points to the shirt. Spread collars have two pieces: the fold over collar part and the stand that keeps the collar close to the neck.
  • STANDARD WAISTBAND - An extra piece of fabric that is sewn to the body of the pants, shorts or skirt.
  • TENCEL? - A cellulosic fiber produced by Courtaulds, spun from an amine oxide solvent that offers a higher degree of polymerization than is available with rayon. Characteristics: pleasant feel or hand, good draping qualities, ability to be dyed in brilliant colors and superior strength, and easy care.
  • VENTED BOTTOM - The bottom hem of a shirt that is cut straight with side slits to allow ease of movement. Vents are usually 2" deep.
  • WALE - In woven fabric, one series of ribs, cords, or raised portions. In corduroy fabric, wales per inch are counted to distinguish broad- from fine-textured cloth. The higher the wale number, the finer the texture of the fabric.
  • WEIGHT OF CLOTH (OZ.) - A description or classification of many fabrics by weight per yard.
  • WELT - A piece of fabric that works as an edging on a pocket; usually a single welt and wider than a besom.
  • WOOL - Primarily the fleece of a sheep or lamb - but can also refer to fleece of the alpaca, angora, cashmere goat, camel and vicuna. The fiber is distinguished from hair by the character of its covering: minute overlapping scales, which give it a felting property. Characteristics: strong and resilient, soft and warm, wicks away moisture and dyes well for rich coloration.
  • WOVEN - Woven fabrics are produced by the interlacing of yarns. Each filling yarn goes alternately over and under each warp yarn.
  • YARN-DYEING - Dyeing of individual yarns before weaving or knitting. Compared to garment dyes or prints, yarn-dyed fabrics boast richer, longer lasting color.
  • YOKE - An added section of fabric in a shirt or pants that enhances the fit. On a shirt, the yoke is usually on the back across the top shoulder area but can also be on the front shoulder to chest area. On pants, it is generally on the back of jeans-style pants located below the waistband.
MEN’S SIZING

Our men’s clothes, except pants – and unless otherwise indicated – are slightly oversized for an easy fit.

Small

Medium

Large

X-Large

XX-Large

Chest

34 - 36

38 - 40

42 - 44

46 - 48

50 - 52

Neck

14 - 15

15 - 16

16 - 17

17 - 18

18 - 19

Sleeves

33 - 34

34 - 35

35 - 36

36 - 37

37 - 38

Waist

28 - 30

32 - 34

36 - 38

40 - 42

44 - 46

Men’s Tall Sizes – Select shirt and outerwear styles are available in Tall sizes (woven items : 1" extra in sleeve length, 2" extra in body length; knit items : 1 1/2" extra in sleeve length, 2" extra in body length).

Note: Men's Tall sizes are generally made to fit guys over 6' tall.

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