Katin Slub Base Tee
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Built on a Legacy, Worn Every Day
The Katin Slub Base Tee takes two Katin staples and merges them into one go-anywhere shirt. The relaxed silhouette of the Base Tee meets the refined detail of the Folk Henley, landing on a tee that works as hard off the water as on it. Since Nancy and Walter Katin founded Kanvas by Katin in Surfside, California in 1954, the brand has stood for durable goods made for real California coast living. The Slub Base Tee carries that forward.
Fabric and Construction
The shell is 100% cotton, built from a custom slub yarn that creates a natural, irregular texture across the face of the fabric. Slub cotton is spun with intentional variations in the yarn thickness, producing a surface that catches light differently and softens beautifully with use. The entire garment goes through a garment-dye process followed by an enzyme wash, which strips back any stiffness and gives the tee a pre-worn, broken-in hand from the first wear. The result is a shirt that feels like it has been in your rotation for years on day one.
Details That Matter
A left chest pocket adds utility without weight. The interior flag label carries the Katin branding discreetly at the collar. The crew neckline and short sleeves keep the cut clean and uncluttered. Every seam and finish reflects the same attention to durable construction that Katin has built its reputation on since the mid-twentieth century.
Versatility and Fit
The Slub Base Tee is cut for all-day wear. The relaxed body drapes without being boxy, making it equally at home layered under a flannel at dawn patrol or worn solo through a warm South Florida afternoon. The enzyme-washed cotton breathes well and continues to soften with each wash cycle, improving over time rather than fading out.
About Katin
Katin holds the distinction of being California's first brand to produce surf trunks. Founded in 1954 in Surfside, California, the label grew from a boat cover shop into a cornerstone of Southern California surf culture. That heritage informs every piece Katin produces, combining coastal roots with straightforward, high-quality construction.
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Specifications
- Material
- 100% Cotton (slub)
- Fabric Treatment
- Garment dyed with enzyme wash
- Left chest pocket
- Label
- Flag label at interior collar
- Neckline
- Crew neck
- Sleeve
- Short sleeve
- Fit
- Relaxed
- Gender
- Men's
- Brand Founded
- 1954, Surfside, California
- MPN
- itemMatrix-22553
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes slub cotton different from regular cotton?
- Slub cotton is spun with deliberate variations in yarn thickness. This creates a naturally uneven, textured surface across the fabric that regular single-jersey cotton does not have. The texture adds visual depth and softens with each wash.
- What does enzyme washing do to a garment?
- Enzyme washing uses natural enzymes during the finishing process to break down surface fibers on the cotton. The result is a noticeably softer hand feel and a slightly worn appearance straight out of the bag, without degrading the fabric's durability.
- How should I care for the Katin Slub Base Tee?
- Machine wash cold with like colors and tumble dry low to preserve the garment dye and slub texture. Avoid high heat, which can cause shrinkage and fade the dye unevenly over time. The tee will continue to soften naturally with regular washing.
- Is the Katin Slub Base Tee true to fit?
- The cut is relaxed, meaning it sits with a slightly generous body through the chest and hem. If you prefer a closer fit, consider sizing down; the relaxed cut works well as a layering piece or worn on its own.
- Where is Katin from and what is the brand's history?
- Katin was founded in 1954 in Surfside, California by Nancy and Walter Katin as a boat cover business called Kanvas by Katin. It is widely recognized as California's first brand to produce surf trunks and remains a staple of Southern California surf culture.
- Where can I buy the Katin Slub Base Tee?
- The Katin Slub Base Tee is available in store and online at Island Water Sports. For in-store assistance or questions, call 954-427-4929.
- Does the Katin Slub Base Tee have any pockets?
- Yes. It features a single left chest patch pocket, a clean and practical detail consistent with Katin's classic surf-heritage aesthetic.