Richardson 112 Trucker Hat: Buying & Custom Guide
If you've been shopping for a hat that people actually wear, not just accept and toss in a drawer, the Richardson 112 Trucker Hat keeps showing up for a reason.
It's the go-to for businesses building merch, resellers who need a dependable blank, and anyone who wants a classic trucker look that doesn't feel cheap. But the real win isn't just the hat itself, it's how well it takes customization.
At Presto Embroidery, we've stitched hundreds of Richardson 112s with logos, team marks, and custom designs. Here's everything you need to know before you order.
What Is The Richardson 112?
The Richardson 112 is a mid-profile, 6-panel trucker hat with a mesh back and snapback closure. It features a structured front panel, a pre-curved bill, and an adjustable plastic snap at the back. It's one-size-fits-most, which makes it ideal for bulk orders where you're not collecting sizes from everyone.
Key specs:
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Front panels: 60/40 cotton/polyester blend
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Mesh back: 100% polyester
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Closure: Adjustable snapback
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Profile: Mid-profile (higher than low-profile styles like the 115)
Why Is The Richardson 112 So Popular For Custom Embroidery?
The structured front panel is the key. When a hat front is too soft, the embroidery machine can't hold the fabric steady, which leads to puckering and misaligned stitches. The 112's firm front keeps everything in place.
That's why it's the default choice for most embroidery shops, including Presto Embroidery. The clean surface, flat front, and consistent structure mean your logo looks sharp, whether it's a simple two-color design or something more detailed.
Where To Buy Richardson 112 Hats
You have a few options depending on what you need:
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Blank wholesale: Through authorized Richardson distributors if you're planning to decorate them yourself
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Custom embroidered: Through shops like Presto Embroidery that source the blanks and handle the decoration in one step
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Retail/individual: Through Amazon and similar platforms for single hats or small quantities (not ideal for bulk custom orders)
If you need custom embroidered Richardson 112 hats, ordering through Presto Embroidery is the simplest path. You choose the hat color, share your logo, and we handle everything else.
What Colors Does The Richardson 112 Come In?
One of the biggest advantages of the Richardson 112 is the color range. Unlike many trucker styles that offer 10-15 options, the 112 comes in dozens of colorway combinations, from solid classics (black, navy, white) to two-tone options and some harder-to-find combinations like heather gray/black or neon accents.
This makes it significantly easier to match brand colors without compromising on hat quality.
Customization Options: What You Can Do With A Richardson 112
The Richardson 112 supports several customization approaches:
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Direct embroidery: Logo or text stitched directly into the front panel (most common)
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Patch embroidery: Embroidered patch applied to the front panel
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Side embroidery: Small logos or numbers on the side panels
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Back embroidery: Team name, year, or tagline above the snapback
The most popular setup is a front center logo with an optional back text. It gives you maximum visibility without overcomplicating the design.
Ordering Tips For Bulk Custom Richardson 112 Hats
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The 112 is OSFA (one size fits most), so you don't need sizes from everyone
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Orders with fewer than 12 hats may have slightly higher per-unit costs, but most shops (including Presto Embroidery) can accommodate small runs
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Have your logo ready in vector format (AI, EPS, or PDF) for the cleanest digitizing results
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Lock in your color choice early. Richardson 112 colorways can occasionally go out of stock on specific combinations
Order Custom Richardson 112 Hats From Presto Embroidery
Presto Embroidery handles the full process for custom embroidered hats: sourcing, digitizing, stitching, and delivery, all from our shop in Birmingham, Alabama. Whether you need 6 hats for a small team or 500 for a company event, we can help.
Contact us today to get started.