Smitty & Other Umpire Shirts

[AJA51385]

Hello, I just joined this forum after lurking for awhile -- this really is a fabulous site for all things umpiring.

 

I'm wondering if anyone out there wears Smitty shirts and if so, what do you think of them? I recently ordered one from Ump Attire after reading several positive reviews elsewhere (including a comparison review of several different brands posted by someone back in 2009), and while I like the look and feel of the shirt itself, the collar seems awfully cheap and flimsy. It doesn't seem like it will stay neatly in place during the course of a day, and I wonder if it will start curling, etc after several washings. I don't want to necessarily discount the entire shirt because of my first impression of the collar, but it really stood out to me for some reason. Just wondering if anyone can comment on their experience with the Smitty shirts...

 

I'm in my third season patched and have worn exclusively Dalco for the past couple years, but I've been looking to branch out a bit. Any comments on other brands (I know Honig's is popular) are more than welcome.

 

Thanks and I look forward to contributing to the forum!

 

-AJ

[Thunderheads]

Which Smitty shirts.  The original style, or the MLB replica style?

[AJA51385]

Which Smitty shirts.  The original style, or the MLB replica style?

 

The Smitty Pro-Knit shirts... This is the one I got: https://www.ump-attire.com/Baseball-Umpire-Equipment/Clothing-Apparel/Shirts/U126-N_Smitty-Pro-Knit-Umpire-Shirt-Navy

[midtnump]

I really like my Smitty shirts. I have two that are 4 years old, and two that are a  year old, and still look as good as they did when I bought them. No wear and tear on the collars or sleeves.

[Thunderheads]

I really like my Smitty shirts. I have two that are 4 years old, and two that are a  year old, and still look as good as they did when I bought them. No wear and tear on the collars or sleeves.

I 100% concur.

[NWA_UMP]

Mine have held up for 3 seasons now. As an association we are switching to the MLB replicas and most guys are using Honigs for those. I love my Smitty's and will continue to purchase as mine wear out since not everyone works association assigned games(USSSA, Babe Ruth, etc). Collars have not been an issue nor the sleeves. They don't pick and wash up great plus they breath well in the summer heat...couldn't be happier!

[AJA51385]

Thank you guys for your replies -- that is reassuring to hear. I'm probably just used to Dalco so I picked up on any difference. I think I'll keep the Smitty and wear it for a couple games, then decide whether or not to purchase a couple more.

[James Walker]

I've got some that are 3 years old. They still look as good as when I got them. Haven't had a problem yet.

[Welpe]

I wear Smitty exclusively and haven't had a problem with them. They hold up very well.

[Razzer]

I use them in all colors including the MLB, just as good as Majestic or Honigs.

No issues with any of my Smitty purchases.

[zm1283]

I still have some Smitty shirts in the "old" style and they're my favorite brand in that style. I wear their basketball shirts too and like them. Dalco is just about the lowest rung of umpire shirts. 

[tcasterlin]

I just purged my wardrobe of all my Dalco shirts, all of my shirts are Smitty or Honigs, although the Officials Choice has a new navy shirt I like but it's not in stock yet, FYI.