I don't have a specific need for a flame resistant shirt, I just liked the pale blue version of this and it's hard to find quality shirts that I like in this size, especially at a good price. The main fire-related use I will probably have for this is when making or sitting around a campfire.I believe the flame retardance is due to the material and weave rather than chemicals, which is what I prefer. Though prefer is too light a word for that.The material looks and feels quality to me, as does the stitching and construction, and the sizing seems to be accurate.I like the way the material feels, and the way the colored stitching contrasts with the shirt's color. They did a good job with this shirt, and for plus-size clothing the price is a winner.Thank you for reading, I hope it was helpful.

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This shirt does what it’s supposed to — offers some protection when welding — but it’s on the thinner side. It’s great for lighter welding jobs where you need something flame resistant but don’t want to overheat. Just keep in mind, it probably won’t hold up for heavy-duty work or last forever. It’s comfortable, fits well, and works in a pinch, but if you’re doing a lot of welding, you might want something a bit more durable.

I picked up this flame-resistant shirt mainly for some extra protection when working around sparks and heat.Right out of the package, it feels durable but not overly stiff like some flame-resistant shirts can be. After a wash or two, it softened up nicely without losing that heavy-duty feel.The fit is pretty solid and true to size with enough room to move without being too baggy. The stitching looks strong, which is always a plus when dealing with workwear.The material does a good job resisting small sparks and heat, but obviously, this isn’t a full suit of armor so if something really hot lands on it, you’ll still feel it.One thing I appreciate is that it’s not overly thick, so I can wear it comfortably without feeling like I’m wrapped in a tarp.Breathability is decent, though on really hot days, you’ll still feel the heat. It wicks sweat fairly well, which is a nice touch.Overall, it’s a solid fire-resistant shirt that does what it’s supposed to. If you need fire resistance for work but don’t want to sacrifice comfort, this is a good pick.

Shirt arrived as pictured and no issues out the box, meaning nothing wrong on the quality superficial aspect of it; no weird or loose stitching as some cheopo item/shirts would have, no weird smells, nothing! fine out the box, 100% cotton so no worries about it melting anywhere on your skin plus cotton doesn't stay on fire so if you do happen to catch on fire by some weird off chance it won't be for long/severeI'm 5'10'' and this is how XL looks on me, its feels perfect; no itching or anything you could even wear all by itself nothing else under, this is the way to go, it definitely feels heavy and nicely made and you can tell it will hold as soon as you do a quick check on it, I've used it and so far its holding up as well as any other heavy cotton long sleeve i would say.It is rated at ATPV 12 Cal/cm², so you can have an idea, put simply:- 1cal/cm2 = holding 1 match under your finger for 1 second,similarly:- 12cal/cm2 = holding 12 matches under your finger for 1 second.Full disclosure:I'm not a professional welder/grinder, I'm just an average DIYer and its pretty light duty ive submitted to, it's not hours of dealing with flammable chemicals, sparks, fire etc. but for my scenarios (1 hour more or less of alternating between welding and grinding maybe weekly) its perfect and still looks new to this day.

Electricians, welders, and other people who work around ignition sources do not wear polyester clothing. The reason is it melts into your skin, driving the burn deep and causing excessive pain and damage compared to a material that will burn on top of the skin. It has long been standard practice to wear natural fibers such as cotton or wool. Clothing made from such materials can be combined in layers of with protective clothing to increase the total system arc rating. For a short but informative explanation of this concept, read NFPA 70E, Informative Annex M (2024 edition).It's a six ounce shirt, which means it's got enough weight to look good and be fairly durable without being uncomfortable. When I was buying association shirts (for example, the IEEE Computer Society), the six ounce weight is what I chose. These cost a bit more, but then they don't rip apart when you try to take them off while sweaty (as will thin socks or thin shirts). Since this shirt is 100% cotton (and as far as I can tell, a good weave), it breathes and will wick away perspiration.I washed it and have worn it for a few hours before writing this review. I've also taken it on and off several times. It is comfortable and drapes well across the upper torso. It does not have seams at the shoulders, which means it can fit a variety of body shapes without looking oversized or undersized at the shoulders. It does, however, have a slight excess of material for the "below the pecs" part of the shirt. You can see that in the videos and pictures. But it's not meant to be muscle shirt and it actually has less excess than the typical dress shirt. If you decide to take it in, have a tailor do that work and require that cotton thread be used else the arc rating will no longer apply.One thing that some people do to make cotton apparel fit more tightly is they dry it on high heat after washing. Don't do this, it damages the fibers. This shirt should be pulled out of the dryer while still slightly damp, or not even be put in the dryer in the first place. Hang it on good wooden shirt hanger and let it air dry. Under no circumstances should you use "fabric softener" with any arc rated clothing. Those products use rancid fats to coat the fibers, giving the illusion of softness. What makes clothes not soft is over drying them. Prevention is the key, simply take them out while still damp.I had expected this shirt to stink of some kind of flame-retardant chemical. It does not. I'm pretty sure it acheives the 2 cal rating by how it is made. The fabric, the weave, the stitching, etc. That is why I suggested having any alterations done by a pro.People who work around rotating machinery are generally cautioned to not wear long sleeve shirts, because the sleeves can be caught in the machinery (same for wearing bracelets). But electricians, who do work around rotating machinery, often need some forearm protection so they do wear long sleeve garments (and there are special insulating sleeves used as PPE). What they do is either choose tightly collared sleeves or roll up their sleeves when around rotating equipment. The problem with the second solution is you might not roll up well enough or you might forget entirely. There is no problem with the first solution. This shirt has those collared sleeves, and they are nicely constructed to so that they resume their shape after you don the shirt.