Product Overview
The Kustom Kit KK134 Pilot Shirt is a professional-grade garment designed specifically for the rigorous demands of the transport, security, and emergency services industries. Combining a crisp, tailored aesthetic with functional utility, this long-sleeved shirt ensures that personnel maintain a commanding and polished presence throughout their shift. Engineered from a cotton-rich poplin blend, it offers the natural breathability of cotton with the resilience of polyester, making it an essential component of any high-stakes uniform.
Key Features
- Easy-iron Finish: The fabric is treated to resist stubborn creasing, ensuring you look sharp with minimal maintenance after laundering.
- Functional Epaulettes: Button-down shoulder epaulettes provide a secure attachment point for rank slides, radio clips, or other essential equipment.
- Dual Chest Pockets: Two button-down pockets offer secure storage for documents or small tools, maintaining a formal appearance.
- Integrated Pen Holder: The left pocket includes a dedicated pen slot, providing quick access to writing instruments without compromising the pocket's closure.
- Fused Stand-up Collar: The collar is reinforced to retain its shape and structure, even when worn for extended periods or under a tie.
Design & Performance
This shirt is constructed from a lightweight mercerised cotton and polyester poplin blend. Mercerisation adds strength and a subtle lustre to the fabric, while the polyester content ensures the garment holds its shape and dries quickly. Durability is a core focus; the side and sleeve seams are double-stitched to prevent fraying and ensure the shirt can withstand the daily movements of an active professional. The single-needle stitching on the yoke and armholes further reinforces high-stress areas, while the straight hem allows the shirt to be worn comfortably tucked in or left out depending on the specific uniform requirements.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
The Kustom Kit Pilot Shirt serves as an excellent canvas for corporate branding. For a truly professional and authoritative look, we recommend embroidery on the chest or collar. This method is ideal for company logos and staff names, providing a durable, high-quality finish that withstands industrial wear. If your requirements involve larger, more vibrant graphics for high-visibility roles, our technical print processes offer a sharp, long-lasting alternative. Every customisation project is handled by our expert in-house team in Telford, drawing on decades of experience since our founding in 1976.
Use Cases
This garment is specifically tailored for those in the transport sector, including pilots and chauffeurs, as well as security professionals and police officers who require a formal, functional uniform. Its smart, tailored fit also makes it suitable for hospitality front-of-house staff who need a garment that combines comfort with a crisp, authoritative appearance.
Why MyWorkwear
Since 1976, MyWorkwear has been at the forefront of the UK workwear industry. Based in Telford, we pride ourselves on our technical expertise and commitment to quality. When you choose us for your pilot shirts, you are benefiting from nearly half a century of knowledge in fabric performance and customisation techniques, ensuring your team looks professional every single day.
Practical Advice
The KK134 features a tailored fit, which provides a modern, clean silhouette without being restrictive. When selecting your size, which ranges from a 14.5" to a 19.5" neck, we recommend measuring around the base of the neck where the collar sits to ensure the fused stand-up collar remains comfortable throughout the day. This lightweight fabric is ideal for layering under a formal jumper or jacket in cooler weather.
Caring for your product
To maintain the professional finish and technical integrity of your shirt, it is important to follow the recommended care routine. We advise a machine wash at 40°C using a delicate cycle (indicated by the bar under the wash symbol). This ensures the fabric is cleaned effectively without putting undue stress on the fused collar or the stitching.
Avoid the use of bleach at all costs. Bleaching agents will degrade the mercerised cotton fibres and cause significant damage to any custom embroidery or print, leading to premature wear and discolouration.
Do not tumble dry or dry clean this garment. Tumble drying can cause the shirt to shrink and may damage the internal fusing of the collar and cuffs. Instead, hang the shirt to air dry. When ironing, use a two-dot setting (medium heat) to easily remove any remaining creases while protecting the polyester fibres from heat damage.
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