What is the Shield Arms Freedom Insurance T-Shirt?
The Freedom Insurance T-Shirt is a black CVC tee with a white front-chest print featuring an AR-15 rifle silhouette, the phrase FREEDOM INSURANCE, and the Latin motto SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS. Built on a Next Level 6210 premium fitted blank — 4.3 oz., 60/40 combed ring-spun cotton and polyester — it's a soft, lightweight tee with a modern cut and a durable screen-printed graphic.
- Front-chest graphic with the Shield Arms wordmark and logo beneath the rifle silhouette
- Unisex cut, soft and breathable for all-day wear
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Freedom Insurance — Black CVC Tee with White Screen-Printed Graphic
Some shirts say something. This one says exactly what it means. The Freedom Insurance tee puts a clean AR-15 silhouette front and center, topped with the shirt's namesake line and underscored with SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS — "thus always to tyrants," a phrase that traces back to the Roman republic and serves today as the state motto of Virginia. It's a design about the principle behind the platform, printed in high-opacity white on a deep black blank so the graphic reads sharp from across the room.
We chose the blank the same way we choose stock for a magwell: for how it performs over time. The Next Level 6210 is a 4.3 oz. CVC jersey knit from 60/40 combed ring-spun cotton and polyester at 32 singles. The combed cotton gives it a smooth, broken-in hand right out of the bag; the polyester content adds shape retention and wash durability that a 100% cotton tee can't match. The fabric is laundered before cut and sew, so it holds its dimensions through the wash cycle instead of creeping up on you after a month.
Construction details are where a premium blank separates itself. Side seams give it a tailored drape instead of the boxy silhouette of a tubular tee. A 1x1 baby rib set-in crew collar keeps its shape and won't stretch out. Self 3/8" shoulder-to-shoulder binding finishes the shoulder line cleanly. This is a shirt you wear to the range, to work, and on the drive home — not one that lives in the back of a drawer.
The graphic is screen printed with a soft-hand plastisol ink that cures into the fabric rather than sitting on top of it. No cracking after a dozen washes, no stiff plastic panel across your chest.
Key Features
- Front-Chest Graphic: AR-15 rifle silhouette with optic and adjustable stock, topped by FREEDOM INSURANCE and inset with SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS
- Shield Arms Branding: Logo and wordmark printed beneath the rifle in matching white
- High-Opacity White Ink: Single-color screen print with full coverage on black — no gray cast, no washed-out edges
- Soft-Hand Print: Ink cures into the fabric for a flexible, non-crackling finish that survives repeat washing
- Premium CVC Blend: 4.3 oz., 60/40 combed ring-spun cotton and polyester at 32 singles — soft hand with the shape retention of a poly blend
- Fabric Laundered: Preshrunk before construction for consistent sizing wash after wash
- Side-Seamed Construction: Tailored drape instead of the boxy fit of tubular blanks
- 1x1 Baby Rib Collar: Set-in CVC crew neck that retains its shape through repeat wear
- Shoulder-to-Shoulder Binding: Self 3/8" binding for a clean, reinforced shoulder line
- Tear-Away Label: No scratchy neck tag
Fit & Sizing
The 6210 is a modern unisex cut — side-seamed and lightly shaped through the body rather than boxy. It wears comfortably without clinging.
- Men: Fits true to size.
- Women: Order one size down from your usual women's size — if you wear a women's Medium, order a Small.
- Want more room? If you prefer a looser drape, plan to layer, or want extra clearance through the midsection for appendix carry, size up one.
| Size |
Body Length (in) |
Body Width (in) |
| XS |
27 |
17½ |
| S |
28 |
19 |
| M |
29 |
20½ |
| L |
30 |
22 |
| XL |
31 |
24 |
| 2XL |
32 |
26 |
| 3XL |
33 |
28 |
| 4XL |
34 |
30 |
Body length is measured from high point shoulder to hem. Body width is measured flat across the chest one inch below the armhole — double it for full chest circumference. Tolerance is ±½" on both measurements. To find your size, lay a shirt that already fits you flat and compare.
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Blank |
Next Level 6210 Premium Fitted CVC Crew |
| Color |
Black |
| Fabric |
60% combed ring-spun cotton, 40% polyester — CVC jersey, 32 singles |
| Weight |
4.3 oz. (145 g) |
| Collar |
Set-in 1x1 CVC baby rib crew |
| Construction |
Side-seamed, self 3/8" shoulder-to-shoulder binding, fabric laundered |
| Label |
Tear-away |
| Fit |
Unisex, side-seamed — men true to size, women size down one |
| Print Color |
White, single color |
| Print Location |
Front chest |
| Print Method |
Screen print, soft-hand plastisol |
| Care |
Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. Do not iron the print. |
Care Instructions
Wash cold and inside out to protect the print. Tumble dry on low or hang dry. Skip the bleach and fabric softener — both break down ink over time. High heat is the enemy of a CVC blend: it can set wrinkles into the polyester and shorten the life of the print. Never run an iron directly over the graphic; if you need to press the shirt, iron inside out or work around the print area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Sic Semper Tyrannis" mean?
It's Latin for "thus always to tyrants." The phrase dates to the Roman republic and is the state motto of Virginia, where it appears on the state seal and flag. It's long been used as shorthand for the principle that unchecked power invites its own end.
How does the Freedom Insurance tee fit?
The Next Level 6210 is a modern unisex cut, side-seamed and lightly shaped through the body rather than boxy. Men: it fits true to size. Women: order one size down from your usual women's size. If you want a looser drape or plan to layer, size up one. Full flat measurements are in the sizing chart above.
Does the shirt shrink?
Minimally. The 6210 is fabric laundered — the material is washed before the shirt is cut and sewn, which removes most of the shrink before you ever put it on. The 40% polyester content further stabilizes the knit. Wash cold and dry on low and it'll hold its measurements; hot water and high heat will shrink any cotton-content garment.
Will the print crack or peel?
Not with normal care. The graphic is screen printed with a soft-hand plastisol ink that cures into the fabric rather than sitting on the surface as a film. Wash cold and inside out, dry on low, and keep an iron off the print — that's all it takes.
Is there a print on the back?
No. The Freedom Insurance tee is a front-chest print only. The back is clean black.
Can I return or exchange it if the size is wrong?
Yes. Unworn, unwashed apparel with tags attached can be exchanged or returned per our standard policy. See Returns & Exchanges for details and to start a request.
Does the lifetime warranty cover apparel?
Our lifetime warranty covers Shield Arms hardware — magazines, magwells, extensions, and receivers. Apparel is covered by our standard return policy against defects in materials and printing, not by the lifetime warranty.
Who This Shirt Is For
- Second Amendment Advocates: Anyone who'd rather make the argument on their chest than in a comment section
- Range Regulars: A durable, comfortable tee that earns its place in the range bag rotation
- AR Platform Owners: Builders and shooters who recognize the silhouette and the principle behind it
- Shield Arms Customers: If our magazines are already in your rig, this is how you fly the flag off the range
- Gift Buyers: A straightforward, well-made gift for the shooter who has enough gear and not enough good shirts
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The Shield Arms Advantage
Shield Arms builds precision firearms components in Bigfork, Montana. We machine magwells, engineer folding lowers, and originated the steel aftermarket Glock magazine. When we put our name on something — a receiver or a t-shirt — it's built to a standard we'd stand behind in person. The Freedom Insurance tee is no exception.
