1717 vs 1801GD vs Shaka Max Heavyweight
The three most-asked-about heavy tees, compared spec by spec: weight, cut, dye, where to buy and the public price we found.
Updated Oct 29, 2026 · Prices and listings pulled live from the Blankdex index
These three heavy tees come up together again and again on r/streetwearstartup, and they sound alike until you compare the actual cut and fabric [source]. Here they are side by side, using brand specs and the prices we found.
| Comfort Colors 1717 | Los Angeles Apparel 1801GD | Shaka Wear SHMHSS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | ≈207 GSM (6.1 oz) | ≈220 GSM (6.5 oz) | 245–255 GSM (7.5 oz) |
| Fit group | Relaxed | Relaxed | Boxy / oversized |
| Cut (brand description) | Relaxed, garment dyed, vintage blank feel | Roomier body and sleeves; the heavy garment-dyed streetwear staple | Boxy 1990s streetwear silhouette |
| Garment dyed | Yes | Yes | No |
| Fabric | 100% ring-spun cotton, 30 singles, garment dyed | 100% USA cotton, garment dyed (Ash 98/2 cotton/poly) | 100% USA cotton, 16 singles (Heather Grey 90/10, Charcoal Grey 50/50) |
| Lowest public price | $5.33 (Jiffy) | $26.00 (Los Angeles Apparel (brand site)) | $4.98 (Jiffy) |
| Price sources tracked | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Notes | Vintage washed look; one of the most-used blanks for print-on-demand and small brands. | Higher neckline and about 1" wider on the flat than a contemporary tee. Blankstyle notes the manufacturer requires it be decorated, not resold blank. | Quarter-turned (no center crease). Blankstyle sells the wholesale version in 6-packs per color/size. |
The short version
- Comfort Colors 1717: the washed, vintage-feel option at the lightest weight of the three, and widely stocked by open-price sellers.
- LA Apparel 1801GD: garment dyed like the 1717 but heavier, with a roomier body and the reference streetwear silhouette.
- Shaka Max Heavyweight: the heaviest and most structured, with a boxy 1990s cut. It isn't garment dyed; for that, look at Shaka's Max Heavyweight Garment Dye.
Buy one of each in the same size and color family, wash all three together three times, and compare. Price is single-piece and for a standard size; bigger sizes cost more.
Sources
- r/streetwearstartup: Blank t shirts opinion
- r/streetwearstartup: Best brand T shirt blanks to use?
- Blank specs, prices and printer listings: the Blankdex index, each with its own source link and check date.
Reddit threads are cited as evidence that a question comes up often, not as proof of any claim.
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