Short answer

Classic fitATC1000 Set

Relaxed fitATC1700 Set

Premium modernATC 24EVER Set

The three shirts at a glance

All three are available for DTF customization through Printz Experts, but they do not feel or fit the same. The right choice starts with how the shirt will be worn—not simply which blank has the largest number in its fabric specification.

Avoid a false weight comparison: ounce specifications can be listed per linear yard while GSM measures weight per square metre. The current ATC1000 page does not publish a GSM value, so this guide does not convert or rank that shirt against the 150 GSM and 190 GSM options without a directly comparable specification.

Classic fit: dependable and familiar

The ATC Everyday Cotton Tee is the safest starting point when the order needs to work for many people and many situations. Its classic fit and familiar construction make it a practical base for business staff, volunteer teams, school events, recreational clubs and promotional apparel.

Most colours are 100% cotton, while several heather, neon and safety colours use cotton/polyester blends. That colour-level fabric difference matters: check the selected colour rather than assuming every ATC1000 is built from the same fibre blend.

Best reason to pick it

You want a straightforward custom T-shirt that feels recognizable, offers broad everyday utility and does not need to imitate a fashion or streetwear silhouette.

Relaxed fit: heavier, expressive merch

The ATC Authentic Colours Garment-Dyed Heavyweight Tee is listed at 190 GSM and uses 100% ring spun cotton. Its relaxed fit, garment-dyed colour and enzyme-washed finish create a more substantial, lived-in product from the first wear.

This shirt makes the most sense when the garment itself is part of the design: a club merch restock, lifestyle collection, artist release, premium staff piece or event shirt meant to feel more intentional than a standard giveaway. Because the garment is dyed after construction, shade variation is an expected part of the finish.

Best reason to pick it

You want the blank to communicate weight, texture and personality before someone even looks closely at the printed artwork.

Premium modern fit: softer and more polished

The ATC 24EVER Ring Spun Cotton Tee uses combed and ring spun cotton and is listed at 150 GSM. Its modern fit, lighter feel and smooth printing surface suit branded apparel that should feel more polished than a traditional promotional tee.

This is a strong premium-modern option for cafés, creative teams, staff uniforms, events and merch that people are expected to keep wearing after the original occasion. Heather and select colours can use cotton/polyester or cotton/viscose blends, so confirm the chosen colour's composition before finalizing the order.

Best reason to pick it

You care about softness, a cleaner retail-style impression and an elevated everyday fit without moving into the heavier relaxed silhouette of the ATC1700.

Which shirt fits your order?

If the order mixes sizes, colours, garment styles or placement requirements—or if the deadline is fixed—send the project through the quote form. That gives the Printz Experts team enough context to review the whole job instead of forcing a complex order through a simple product decision.

Frequently asked questions

Does a heavier T-shirt automatically mean better quality?

No. Fabric weight describes how much the material weighs; it does not independently prove softness, construction quality, fit or suitability. A lighter modern tee can be the better choice for warm environments and everyday staff wear, while a heavier relaxed tee can better support a premium merch concept.

Are all ATC1000 and 24EVER colours 100% cotton?

No. Both product pages list colour-specific blends. Check the fabric note for the exact colour you plan to order, especially when choosing heather, neon or safety shades.

Can the same design be printed on all three shirts?

All three current Printz Experts product pages offer DTF customization. The artwork may still need placement or size adjustments for the selected garment and size range, so review the preview carefully and use a quote when the order has unusual placements or mixed products.

Which shirt is best for clubs and small organizations?

Start with the classic-fit ATC1000 for a broad club order. Choose the relaxed ATC1700 when the shirt itself should feel like a substantial merch product, or the premium-modern 24EVER when members will value a softer, more polished everyday shirt.

Choose the shirt that fits the job

Browse the current T-shirt collection to compare colours and sizes. For larger, mixed or deadline-sensitive orders, send the full project for a quote.

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Sources and product references

• Printz Experts: ATC Everyday Cotton Tee
• Printz Experts: ATC 24EVER Ring Spun Cotton Tee
• Printz Experts: ATC Authentic Colours Garment-Dyed Heavyweight Tee
• SanMar Canada: ATC1000 official product reference
• SanMar Canada: 24EVER official product reference
• SanMar Canada: ATC1700 official specification sheet
• OEKO-TEX: STANDARD 100 overview