Flint and Tinder Sweatshirt | Premium American-Made Fleece
We built our Flint and Tinder sweatshirt to be the last one you'll ever need to buy. Crafted from 12-ounce heavyweight fleece right here in the United States, this isn't your average throwaway sweatshirt.
Every stitch is reinforced at stress points — shoulders, cuffs, and waistband — so it holds its shape year after year. The premium cotton-poly blend resists pilling while getting softer with every wash. We cut each piece with a modern athletic fit that layers easily without bulk, whether you're heading to the job site or the weekend campfire.
This is the kind of sweatshirt you reach for first on cold mornings and keep coming back to for a decade or more.
- 12 oz. heavyweight fleece — substantial warmth without stiffness
- 80% cotton / 20% polyester blend for durability and softness
- Made in Los Angeles, California from American materials
- Reinforced stitching at shoulders, cuffs, and hem
- Ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband maintain shape after 100+ washes
American-Made Heavyweight Fleece
We source our 12-ounce fleece exclusively from mills in the Carolinas, then cut and sew every Flint and Tinder sweatshirt in our Los Angeles facility. This heavyweight fabric strikes the perfect balance — substantial enough to block wind on a chilly morning, but breathable enough for all-day comfort.
The 80/20 cotton-poly blend gives you the softness of cotton with the structural integrity of polyester. Unlike cheaper sweatshirts that pill after a few washes, ours maintains a clean surface for years. We pre-shrink the fabric before construction, so the fit you buy is the fit you keep.
Built to Last a Decade
Most sweatshirts fail at the stress points first — shoulders stretch out, cuffs lose elasticity, hems start to fray. We reinforce every potential weak spot with double-needle stitching and bartack reinforcements at the shoulders and sleeve attachments.
The ribbed collar, cuffs, and waistband are knit with a tighter gauge than standard fleece trim. This construction holds its shape through 100+ wash cycles without sagging or losing stretch. Our customers regularly report wearing the same sweatshirt for five, eight, even ten years with minimal visible wear.
Fit and Sizing Guide
We designed this sweatshirt with a modern athletic cut — fitted through the chest and shoulders without being restrictive, with enough room in the body to layer a shirt underneath. The sleeves are cut slightly longer to prevent ride-up when you raise your arms.
Most customers find their usual size fits perfectly. If you prefer a looser fit or plan to layer heavier shirts underneath, consider sizing up one. The pre-shrunk fabric means minimal size change after washing — expect less than 1% shrinkage even on the first wash.
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Common Questions About Our Sweatshirts
Our sweatshirt runs true to size with a modern athletic fit — slightly more fitted than traditional workwear brands like Carhartt, but roomier than slim-fit athletic brands. The chest and shoulders are cut to follow your natural shape without being tight, and there's enough room in the body to comfortably layer a button-down shirt underneath.
If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a relaxed fit or sticking with your usual size for a closer cut. The pre-shrunk fabric means the size you order is the size you'll keep after washing.
No significant shrinkage occurs because we pre-shrink the fleece before construction. You might notice less than 1% change (about a quarter-inch) after the first wash, but the garment stabilizes after that. We wash and dry test samples 50 times before approving any fabric lot.
For best results, wash in cold water and tumble dry on low heat. Even if you accidentally wash in hot water, the shrinkage will be minimal thanks to the pre-treatment process.
The cost reflects American manufacturing, premium materials, and construction built to last 10+ years. We use 12-ounce heavyweight fleece (most brands use 7-9 oz.), reinforce every stress point with double-needle stitching, and source materials exclusively from U.S. mills.
When you calculate cost per wear over a decade versus replacing cheaper sweatshirts every year or two, ours actually costs less in the long run. Most customers report their Flint and Tinder sweatshirt outlasting 3-5 cheaper alternatives.
The 12-ounce fleece is designed for cool to cold weather — roughly 35-65°F. It's too warm for summer heat, but the cotton-poly blend breathes well enough for spring and fall.
If you want a lighter option for year-round wear, consider our French Terry Sweatshirt at 9 ounces, which offers similar durability with less insulation.
No, the 20% polyester content prevents the pilling that typically occurs with 100% cotton fleece. The polyester fibers provide structure and abrasion resistance while the cotton delivers softness. After hundreds of wash cycles, our sweatshirts maintain a clean, smooth surface.
We test fabric samples in commercial laundry equipment for 100 cycles before approval, specifically looking for pilling resistance and color retention.
We currently offer eight colors: Charcoal Gray, Navy, Black, Heather Gray, Olive Green, Burgundy, Slate Blue, and Natural Cream. Color availability varies by size and season.
All dyes are colorfast and fade-resistant. We use garment-dyed fleece for certain colors (charcoal, olive, navy), which gives a unique lived-in look and slightly softer hand feel from the start.
Measure your chest at the widest point (typically just under your armpits). Match that measurement to our size chart: Small (38-40"), Medium (42-44"), Large (46-48"), X-Large (50-52"), XX-Large (54-56").
If you're at the top end of a size range and want room for heavy layering, size up. If you're at the bottom of a range or prefer a closer fit, stick with that size. The sleeves are cut generously, so arm length isn't usually a deciding factor.