Hickory Crawdads '47 Franklin Black Tee: Fit and Fabric Guide
By Hickory Crawdads Official Store | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how the Hickory Crawdads '47 Franklin Black Tee fits, what Franklin Jersey fabric feels like, and how to choose your size before you order.
Quick answer
Start by checking the size chart on the product page, then compare those measurements to a black tee you already like. The '47 Franklin Black Tee uses Franklin Jersey fabric, so treat the listed measurements as your main guide and confirm the size before you order.
Why the Franklin Jersey fabric changes how you should shop
The Hickory Crawdads '47 Franklin Black Tee is made from Franklin Jersey, a fabric named in the product details. That name tells you what the tee is built from, but it does not tell you how heavy, stretchy, or relaxed it feels. Because those details are not listed, the safest approach is to rely on the size measurements and your own preference for jersey tees rather than assuming a specific fit.
This matters most if you are switching from a different Crawdads tee. A jersey tee can feel different from a cotton or tri-blend tee you already own, so compare the Franklin tee's measurements to a shirt you actually wear instead of guessing from the size label alone.
Where the Franklin tee fits into a Crawdads wardrobe
The black colorway makes this an easy everyday option, and the officially licensed design connects it to the Crawdads as a Minor League affiliate of the MLB Texas Rangers. If you already own a brighter Crawdads tee or a different fabric style, the Franklin Black Tee gives you a darker, jersey-based alternative without changing teams.
Keep in mind that the product page lists size as the only option type. If you want a specific sleeve length or a different cut, those details are not part of this listing, so decide based on the size chart and the black jersey look rather than expecting multiple fit options.
How to choose your size in four steps
- Measure a black tee you already wear: Lay a favorite black tee flat and measure the chest width and body length. Write those numbers down so you have a real baseline instead of guessing your usual size. Measure a tee that already fits the way you want this one to fit, not one you wish fit better.
- Compare your numbers to the product size chart: Open the size chart for the Hickory Crawdads '47 Franklin Black Tee and match your chest and length measurements to the closest listed size. If you are between two sizes, decide whether you prefer a closer or looser feel. Use the chart's measurements, not the size label from another brand.
- Check the size option before adding to cart: The listing offers size as the only option, so confirm the size you selected is the one shown in your cart. This is the step where wrong-size orders most often happen. Review the cart line item one last time before checkout.
- Plan your first wear and wash: Try the tee on before washing so you can compare the fit to your baseline tee. If the fit is right, follow the care instructions on the label to keep the black fabric and licensed graphics in good shape. Keep the tags on until you have tried it on, in case you need to exchange.
Product facts
- Hickory Crawdads '47 Franklin Black Tee: Fabric: Franklin Jersey from '47. Knowing the fabric name helps you compare this tee to jersey shirts you already own, but you still need the size chart for fit.
Hickory Crawdads '47 Franklin Black Tee - Hickory Crawdads '47 Franklin Black Tee: Officially licensed product; the Hickory Crawdads are a Minor League affiliate of the MLB Texas Rangers. This confirms the tee is licensed Crawdads gear, which matters if you want an authentic team piece rather than a generic black shirt.
