Quick Product Review: Gildan Men's Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt

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"I think that we could have gone with the regular extra large and been fine, but at least it be puts on some weight they will fit."

"I'd recommend Gildan and would suggest that you care for the garment by cold wash in machine on delicate and hang to dry..."

"I have a Hanes sweatshirt in a XXXL that after washing and drying is still loose on me, but not sloppy loose."

"Would prefer the neck opening to be a little more snug but overall a good sweatshirt for the money."

Gildan Men's Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt (Click to Compare Deals)

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"Material: Heavy Neck: Small cut can't see undershirt Sleeve Length: 38 Inches Sleeve Width After Elastic: 6 Inches Sleeve Width 6 Inches From End: 7 Inches Trunk Construction: 1 continuous piece Trunk Width Before Elastic: 26 Inches Champion Premium Reverse Weave Champion S1049 Reverse Weave Crew T-Shirt Personal Summary: The sleeves are so baggy that it's unwearable... After a year it didn't hold up well especially compared to the Russell and Champion) Material: Medium (Although it's called heavy, it's not) Neck: Medium cut can see undershirt Sleeve Length: 25 Sleeve Width Before Elastic: 6 Sleeve Width 6 Inches From End: 7 Trunk Construction: 1 continuous piece Trunk Length: 29 Trunk Width: 24... 5 Carhartt MEDIUM Carhartt Men's Mid-Weight Crewneck Sweatshirt Personal Summary: The best quality, but too long and not roomy."

"They have washed up very nice and has been only a very tiny amount of shrinkage, something we had hoped would have taken place... I think that we could have gone with the regular extra large and been fine, but at least it be puts on some weight they will fit... Yes he was not happy with that, but at least he is not complaining about it being to tight."

"Considering the fact that this is a men's sweater and I'm a woman, I was worried the fit would be super big since I'm rather petite (dress size is a zero), but I went ahead and ordered it anyway thinking that if it was too big I would just use it as a strictly at-home type of sweater... It has the perfect amount of bagginess and it's very soft and cozy, yet still light enough for a sunny day; I don't think this sweater would fare very well in really cold weather. I wear it all the time (I'm actually wearing it right now) and I'm in love with this sweater!"

"My favorite printed sweatshirts all have something in common - they are Gildan Men's crew necks, so I decided to stop buying mediocre other brand sweatshirts that I'm not happy with and just order one that I know I will like... I live in Georgia, so our winters are usually mild, but we've been having lots of cold weather lately and my usual long sleeved knit shirts just aren't keeping me warm enough... I probably could have gotten by with a smaller size, but I do like to wear another layer under it & I hate wearing tight shirts."

"I've been an Amazon shopper for electronics and books, but never thought about other products... I bought it a size up from my true size, knowing that it would shrink somewhat; I always do that with cotton or cotton/blend... I'd recommend Gildan and would suggest that you care for the garment by cold wash in machine on delicate and hang to dry..."

"I have a Hanes sweatshirt in a XXXL that after washing and drying is still loose on me, but not sloppy loose. I was going to return it and order a XXL, but when I packaged it up and took it to the USPS I was told it would cost me $11+ to ship it by snail mail... Be sure of your size when ordering from this merchant so you're not stuck like I am."

"Would prefer the neck opening to be a little more snug but overall a good sweatshirt for the money... Washed and dried about 6 or 7 times... I ordered two of these shirts each in different colors."

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"I ordered all of the shirts below and meticulously tried them on and measured them... 5 Trunk Width: 24 Champion Eco Fleece Crew Champion Eco Fleece Crew Personal Summary: Could be the best shirt depending on how loose you like your shirts to fit... Material: Heavy Neck: Small cut can't see undershirt Sleeve Length: 38 Inches Sleeve Width After Elastic: 6 Inches Sleeve Width 6 Inches From End: 7 Inches Trunk Construction: 1 continuous piece Trunk Width Before Elastic: 26 Inches Champion Premium Reverse Weave Champion S1049 Reverse Weave Crew T-Shirt Personal Summary: The sleeves are so baggy that it's unwearable... Trunk Length: 30 Trunk Width: 26 Champion S1780 90/10 Cotton Max Crew Champion S1780 90/10 Cotton Max Crew Sleeves were too long... 5 Trunk Construction: 1 continuous piece Trunk Length: 32 Trunk Width: 25 Gildan Gildan Men's Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt Personal Summary: Not a bad shirt... After a year it didn't hold up well especially compared to the Russell and Champion) Material: Medium (Although it's called heavy, it's not) Neck: Medium cut can see undershirt Sleeve Length: 25 Sleeve Width Before Elastic: 6 Sleeve Width 6 Inches From End: 7 Trunk Construction: 1 continuous piece Trunk Length: 29 Trunk Width: 24... 5 Carhartt MEDIUM Carhartt Men's Mid-Weight Crewneck Sweatshirt Personal Summary: The best quality, but too long and not roomy."

"* I needed to purchase these sweatshirts for the hubby. The company he works for has gone to wearing all safety colors... They have washed up very nice and has been only a very tiny amount of shrinkage, something we had hoped would have taken place... I think that we could have gone with the regular extra large and been fine, but at least it be puts on some weight they will fit... Yes he was not happy with that, but at least he is not complaining about it being to tight. The bottom does let a little air in, from being a little big, but he wears his shirt tucked in... They seem warm so far and we have had a few weeks of very cold weather."

"* I have had difficulties finding nice, solid colored sweatshirts in the stores. My favorite printed sweatshirts all have something in common - they are Gildan Men's crew necks, so I decided to stop buying mediocre other brand sweatshirts that I'm not happy with and just order one that I know I will like. I loved that there was a nice variety of colors to choose from. I ordered a pale pink one. I live in Georgia, so our winters are usually mild, but we've been having lots of cold weather lately and my usual long sleeved knit shirts just aren't keeping me warm enough. These sweatshirts are a nice mid to heavy weight fabric. I probably could have gotten by with a smaller size, but I do like to wear another layer under it & I hate wearing tight shirts."

"* I've never owned Gildan clothing and I was in need of a sweatshirt. I looked at other websites for catalog shopping, but the price was too high for me... I've been an Amazon shopper for electronics and books, but never thought about other products... I bought it a size up from my true size, knowing that it would shrink somewhat; I always do that with cotton or cotton/blend. There are alot of colors to choose from as well. And the price is much more reasonable than other stores or catalogs. I'd recommend Gildan and would suggest that you care for the garment by cold wash in machine on delicate and hang to dry..."

"I'm 6ft 275lbs and the shirt is way to big even for me. I have a Hanes sweatshirt in a XXXL that after washing and drying is still loose on me, but not sloppy loose. I was going to return it and order a XXL, but when I packaged it up and took it to the USPS I was told it would cost me $11+ to ship it by snail mail. I paid $13+ for the shirt to begin with, so that's not cost effective. The shirt appears to be well made, but is not much use to me unless I can shrink the peewaden out of it. Be sure of your size when ordering from this merchant so you're not stuck like I am... I will not order from them again."

"Would prefer the neck opening to be a little more snug but overall a good sweatshirt for the money. UPDATE: It has now been a couple of months and I have an update review... Washed and dried about 6 or 7 times... Much more than more expensive sweatshirts. I ordered two of these shirts each in different colors. Interesting observation is that the kelly green one show MUCH more pilling that the maroon one. Both serve my needs for what I wanted--something to wear inside on winter days instead of a T-shirt."