Portsmouth New Hampshire Nautical Flags Comfort Colors T-Shirt Specifications
The Portsmouth New Hampshire Nautical Flags Comfort Colors T-Shirt has 15 measurable specifications covering fabric composition, construction method, print placement, and available sizing.
| Blank Tees | Comfort Colors |
|---|---|
| Style | 1717 Garment-Dyed Heavyweight T-Shirt |
| Fabric | 100% Ring-Spun US Cotton |
| Fabric Weight | 6.1 oz/yd² (207 gsm) |
| Garment Treatment | Soft-washed, garment-dyed after construction |
| Collar Type | Crew neck |
| Sleeve Type | Short sleeve |
| Fit | Relaxed, slightly oversized – unisex |
| Construction | Side-seamed, twill-taped shoulder-to-shoulder, double-needle hem |
| Portsmouth NH nautical signal flags spelling the city name in international maritime flag code – front chest center | |
| Print Method | Direct-to-garment (DTG) screen print |
| Print Variant | Fixed design – Portsmouth, NH Nautical Flags |
| Licensing Status | Independent, non-licensed original artwork |
| Available Colors | Pepper, Ivory, Blue Jean, Moss, Berry, Mustard |
| Available Sizes | S, M, L, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL |
- 🫧 Machine wash cold
- 🌀 Tumble dry low
- 🚫 Do not bleach
- 🚫 Do not iron print
The Comfort Colors 1717 is dyed after full garment construction. Post-construction dyeing pre-shrinks the fabric, resulting in less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. Surface tone variation exists across individual units; no 2 shirts carry an identical shade.
What the Portsmouth Nautical Flags Design Captures
The Nautical Flag Graphic on This Shirt
The Portsmouth New Hampshire Nautical Flags Comfort Colors T-Shirt features a row of international maritime signal flags spelling out Portsmouth in the International Code of Signals. Each flag is a distinct geometric field of color – the same system used by vessels entering and leaving the Piscataqua River since the age of sail. Portsmouth has operated as a working seaport since 1653, and the language of maritime flags is woven into the city’s commercial and military history at Pease, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and the waterfront of Strawbery Banke. For anyone who grew up watching boats work the harbor, the flags read like a first language. Part of the City Pride Shirts collection.
Why Nautical Flags Represent Portsmouth
Portsmouth sits at the mouth of the Piscataqua River on one of the fastest-flowing tidal rivers on the East Coast, giving it one of New England’s deepest natural harbors. The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard – the oldest continuously operating naval shipyard in the United States, established in 1800 – has used maritime signal systems for over two centuries. The nautical flag design connects the shirt directly to that working waterfront identity rather than a generic coastal aesthetic.
This shirt features a fixed Portsmouth design. For a personalized city pride shirt with any US city, see Custom City Pride Shirts.
Who Wears the Portsmouth City Pride Tee
The Portsmouth New Hampshire Nautical Flags Comfort Colors T-Shirt is purchased by 5 buyer groups:
- Portsmouth residents representing local maritime identity in daily casual wear
- Former Portsmouth residents who relocated – the nautical flags carry a piece of the Piscataqua waterfront into wherever life takes them next
- University of New Hampshire alumni and students from the Seacoast region seeking non-licensed city apparel that reflects the area’s harbor culture
- Sailing and maritime enthusiasts connected to Portsmouth’s working harbor, Gundalow Company, and the racing scene on the Piscataqua River
- Gift buyers choosing a hometown connection for birthdays, graduations, or the going-away party that needs to say more than a card
Browse the full Portsmouth NH Shirts collection for more Portsmouth designs across all styles and colorways.
Portsmouth City Pride Shirt as a Hometown Pride Gift
The Portsmouth New Hampshire Nautical Flags Comfort Colors T-Shirt serves as a geographic identity gift for relocated Portsmouthians. The shirt is available year-round and fits 4 gift occasions.
- Birthday
- College graduation
- Going-away party
- Housewarming
Some shirts sit in a drawer. A hometown shirt gets packed first – because it carries a place, not just a print.
More options: Hometown Gift Shirts
Every US order ships free within 4–7 business days. Orders qualify for a 60-day return window from the purchase date. Items must be unworn and unwashed to qualify for a full refund.
Why Comfort Colors for a Hometown Hometown Shirt
Comfort Colors is a brand under Hanes Brands, established in 1979. The Style 1717 uses 100% ring-spun US cotton at 6.1 oz/yd², dyed after full garment construction. The post-construction dye process pre-shrinks the fabric, resulting in less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. The soft-washed surface produces a matte, broken-in texture across the fabric face. Garment-dyeing produces surface tone variation across individual units; no 2 shirts carry an identical shade. A hometown pride shirt that looks brand-new misses the point. The worn-in feel matches the memory.
All GGIT Apparel Hometown Shirts are printed on the Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed tee.
Shirt Shirt Size Guide
The Comfort Colors 1717 fits true to size with a relaxed silhouette. Size up 1 for an oversized fit. The table below lists chest width and body length in inches for all 6 available sizes.
| Size | Chest Width | Body Length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 18" | 28" |
| M | 20" | 29" |
| L | 22" | 30" |
| 2XL | 26" | 32" |
| 3XL | 28" | 33" |
| 4XL | 30" | 34" |
Double-needle stitched sleeves and bottom hem maintain shape after repeated washing. Side-seam construction prevents fabric twisting common in tubular-knit tees.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What fabric is the shirt shirt made from?
The shirt is 100% ring-spun US cotton at 6.1 oz/yd², garment-dyed after construction with less than 3% shrinkage after home washing. -
Does the print fade or crack after washing?
The shirt print is applied using direct-to-garment (DTG) screen print. Machine wash cold and tumble dry low to maintain print quality. Do not bleach and do not iron directly on the print. -
Does the shirt shirt run true to size?
The Comfort Colors 1717 fits true to size with a relaxed silhouette. Size up 1 for an oversized fit. -
What colors does the shirt shirt come in?
The shirt is available in 6 colorways: Pepper, Ivory, Blue Jean, Moss, Berry, and Mustard. -
What is the shipping and return policy?
Every US order ships free within 4–7 business days. The 60-day return window covers unworn and unwashed items for a full refund. -
What do the nautical flags on the Portsmouth shirt spell out?
The flags spell Portsmouth using the International Code of Signals – the same flag alphabet used by vessels navigating the Piscataqua River and Portsmouth Harbor. -
Why are nautical flags used to represent Portsmouth, NH?
Portsmouth has operated as a working seaport since 1653 and is home to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, the oldest continuously operating naval shipyard in the United States. Maritime signal flags are part of the city’s documented waterfront identity. -
Is this a good gift for someone who moved away from Portsmouth?
The Portsmouth shirt ships free to all US addresses with a 60-day return window. For someone who left Portsmouth, the nautical flags carry a piece of the Piscataqua waterfront they still call home. -
Is the Portsmouth nautical flags design officially licensed?
The design is independent, non-licensed original artwork created by GGIT Apparel. It is not affiliated with the City of Portsmouth, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, or any official municipal body.
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