Samurai - Heavy Weight "Down Below" Printed T-shirt Light Grey [SMT26-101]

A graphic piece built on Samurai’s proven heavyweight platform, the SMT26-101 combines their signature slubby jersey with a design pulled straight from the brand’s own garage culture.

The fabric uses raw cotton spun into thick #14 slub yarns, then knit slowly on vintage Daimaruki circular machines, creating a dense, uneven texture that softens and settles with wear. It’s substantial without feeling stiff; built to break in over time rather than wear out.

The “Down Below” graphic references a custom lowrider car housed at Samurai’s Osaka headquarters, translated into a detailed print that leans into the brand’s blend of Americana, denim culture, and vintage automotive influence. 

Finished with a triple-needle binder neck for durability and shape retention, the tee holds up through repeated wear. In light grey, the fabric’s slub texture reads clearly, while the graphic stands out with strong contrast.

Key Features

• Heavyweight jersey using slubby #14 cotton yarns
• 100% cotton with natural irregular texture
• Knit on vintage Daimaruki circular machines 
• Triple-needle binder neck for long-term durability
• “Down Below” lowrider-inspired graphic print
• Dense yet breathable fabric that softens with wear
• Made in Japan
• Also available in Black, Navy and White
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Heavyweight slubby cotton tee in light grey with “Down Below” graphic. Knit on vintage machines and built to soften and gain texture over time.

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United States: free Standard shipping over $350 USD, otherwise $25.99 USD. Express is $30 USD.

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