Last updated: August 2026. By Ben B., founder of Embroidery Inc, Woodland CA. We stock the 112 in quantity and embroider it every day; prices and stock notes below are from our live catalog, August 2026.
Ask anyone in custom headwear to name one hat and you will hear the same three digits. The Richardson 112 is the best-selling custom hat in America, the blank that built the modern trucker-hat wave, and the default answer for team orders from landscaping crews to wedding parties. This guide puts everything about it in one place: what it actually is, who it fits, the whole 112 family, what your logo will look like on it, and exactly what it costs.
What the Richardson 112 is
A classic mesh-back trucker with a structured, mid-profile crown, a slightly pre-curved visor, and an adjustable snapback closure. The front panels are stiffened, which does two jobs at once: the hat holds its shape on a shelf or a head, and the front gives embroidery a firm, flat canvas. That combination, plus a price that stayed reasonable while the hat got famous, is the whole secret of its run.
| Spec | Richardson 112 |
|---|---|
| Build | Trucker: structured front panels, breathable mesh back |
| Profile | Mid-profile crown |
| Visor | Slightly pre-curved |
| Closure | Adjustable snapback, fits roughly 6 7/8 to 7 5/8 (about 21 5/8 to 23 7/8 inches; see the size chart) |
| Colorways | Dozens of solids and two-tone combos, which is why brand-matching is easy |
| Embroidery | Flat and 3D puff both sit cleanly on the structured front |
| Price at Embroidery Inc | $20.00 with your logo embroidered, in stock |
The 112 family
- Richardson 112 ($20): the standard, covered above.
- 112 Youth and 112 XL ($20 each): the same hat scaled down for kids' teams and up for larger heads. Group orders that mix adult, XL and youth sizes stay in the same look.
- 112PFP Printed Five-Panel ($24): patterned front panels, famously duck camo. Farms, hunting crews, outdoor brands.
- 112PM Flag ($24): stars-and-stripes printed mesh. Trades crews and July orders love it.
What your logo looks like on it
The 112's mid-profile front panel is the most forgiving canvas in headwear. Wide logos, stacked text, and detailed marks all get room; bold compact marks can go 3D puff for the raised look the 112 made famous. Two practical rules from our floor: keep lettering above a quarter inch so it stitches clean, and expect thread colors to read slightly different than your screen, which is why every first-run logo at Embroidery Inc is sewn on a real test 112 and photographed for your approval within 24 to 48 hours before the order runs. If something is off, we adjust the stitch file and sew it again. The why behind that step: digital mockup vs real sewn proof.
What it costs, exactly
| Order | Total | Per hat |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hat, new logo | $50.00 ($20 + one-time $30 digitizing with sewn proof) | $50.00 |
| 1 hat, reorder | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| 12 hats | $228.00 (5% off, digitizing waived) | $19.00 |
| 24 hats | $432.00 (10% off) | $18.00 |
| 48 hats | $816.00 (15% off) | $17.00 |
Discounts apply automatically at checkout. Full math and mixed-cart rules: bulk pricing guide. Or skip the table and use the cost calculator.
When a different Richardson is the better call
Honest redirects, because the 112 is the default and not the universal answer. Daily wearers who want a tailored feel and a clean back: the 110 with R-Flex ($22). Smaller faces and lower-profile taste: the 115 Low Pro ($20), just keep the logo compact. A front that stands out in a room full of 112s: the 168 seven-panel ($23) or the wool-blend 511 flatbill ($27.50). Golf and boat energy: the 355 rope cap ($28.75). The deeper model-by-model comparison is in 112 vs 110 vs 115 and the best blank truckers roundup.
Care, so the logo outlives the hat
Spot-clean with mild soap and cold water, air dry, skip the washing machine and never the dryer: heat is what warps structured fronts. Embroidery itself is polyester thread and shrugs off sun and sweat; the crown shape is what you are protecting. More in structured vs unstructured hats.
FAQ
Why is the Richardson 112 so popular?
A structured front that takes any logo cleanly, a one-size snapback that fits most adults, dozens of colorways, and a fair price. It solves the group-order problem better than any other single hat, which is why it became the industry default.
What sizes does the 112 fit?
The snapback adjusts across roughly 6 7/8 to 7 5/8, which covers most adults. Youth and XL versions exist at the same $20 for heads outside that range.
How much does a custom Richardson 112 cost?
$20 with your logo embroidered at Embroidery Inc. A new logo adds a one-time $30 digitizing fee that includes the sewn proof, waived at 12 or more hats and on every reorder. At 48 hats it works out to $17 each.
Can the 112 take 3D puff embroidery?
Yes, it is the classic puff canvas. The structured front holds the raised foam cleanly; bold, compact marks work best.
Richardson 112 vs Yupoong 6606?
Same price here ($20), same structured-trucker job. The 112 runs slightly squarer, the 6606 rounder and more retro. Pick on silhouette; the embroidery is identical.
How fast can I get custom 112s?
We stock the 112 and run production 24/7: sewn proof in 24 to 48 hours, order ships 3 to 5 business days after you approve. Details on the turnaround page.
Ready to see your logo on one? Order the Richardson 112 directly, browse custom Richardson hats, or start with the trucker hat guide. One hat is enough, and you approve the real stitching first.
Ben B., founder of Embroidery Inc, Woodland CA