Elijah McCoy, Unisex, Historical Portrait -Shirt
Defend Black Memories Collection: Elijah McCoy invented the Automatic Lubricator, which lubricated steam engines and machinery without stopping the machine, helping transform America into a global industrial power. Imitators tried to take his shine, but manufacturers wanted the "Real McCoy"!
This lightweight cotton Tee is a wearable nod to Mr. McCoy and the stories too often played down in history. The soft fabric and clean crew neckline keep the focus on the bold DTF graphic: a tribute that reads like a declaration, meant to be worn for all occasions. Community meet-ups, lounging around with friends, or on slow city walks where memory matters. It settles comfortably across the shoulders and holds its shape through repeated wear, so the message stays clear night after night. For people who carry history with intention, this tee feels like a reliable companion — honest, stout, and made to last.
This cotton crew tee carries a strong history and contemporary purpose. A muted, portrait-style design sits on the front alongside archival motifs, inviting close looks and conversation. The back features a small Defend Black Memories emblem, a succinct statement that aligns the wearer with remembrance and preservation. Light, breathable fabric keeps the shirt comfortable through layered streetwear or warm-weather wear. The classic crew cut and clean lines make it easy to pair with denim, jackets, or a tote for everyday movement.
Each historical portrait piece on DBM comes with a QR code that takes you to a brief bio about the person or erasure event depicted on the garment.
Product features
- Lightweight 4.3 oz cotton fabric — comfortable all season
- Ribbed knit collar with seam for shape retention
- Shoulder tape and side seams for structural stability and longer wear
- Direct-to-Film (DTF) sleeve print for crisp, durable graphics
- Meets EU REACH standards with 2-year EU warranty
Care instructions
- Do not dryclean
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 17.48 | 19.02 | 20.51 | 22.01 | 24.02 | 26.02 | 27.99 | 30.00 | 32.00 |
| Length, in | 27.01 | 27.99 | 29.02 | 30.00 | 31.02 | 32.01 | 32.99 | 34.02 | 35.00 |
| Sleeve length, in | 7.09 | 7.48 | 7.87 | 8.27 | 8.66 | 9.06 | 9.45 | 9.84 | 10.24 |
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Next Level 3600, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: For adults, Made in Honduras
Care instructions: Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), Do not bleach, Tumble dry: low heat, Iron, steam or dry: low heat, Do not dryclean