Richardson 112 vs. PTS20 vs. PTS30: Which Hat Should You Choose?
Richardson 112 vs. PTS20 vs. PTS30: Which Hat Should You Choose?
The Richardson 112, PTS20, and PTS30 solve three different buying needs. This guide helps businesses, teams, schools, decorators, and event buyers choose the right hat and move directly to the right ordering path.
The fastest answer: choose the Richardson 112 when you want a versatile adjustable trucker hat for businesses, brands, events, resale, or everyday wear. Choose the PTS20 when you want a traditional team-style cap with an R-Flex fit. Choose the PTS30 when you want a lighter on-field performance hat with additional ventilation for baseball or softball.
All three can support logo-driven orders, but the best choice depends on who will wear the hats, where they will be used, and whether you need blank hats or a team-ready custom embroidery path.
Choose it for company hats, outdoor brands, staff gear, events, merchandise, patches, and classic trucker-hat demand.
Choose it for baseball and softball programs that want a clean, flexible team cap with a familiar on-field look.
Choose it for teams that prioritize a lighter performance build and ventilation during practices, games, and tournaments.
Richardson 112, PTS20, and PTS30 Compared
| Hat | Best for | Fit direction | Primary advantage | Best ordering path |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richardson 112 | Businesses, brands, staff, events, decorators, outdoor groups | Adjustable snapback trucker | Broad versatility and classic trucker styling | Order blank, use Quick Order, or contact sales for decoration |
| Richardson PTS20 | Baseball, softball, schools, leagues, coaches | R-Flex team sizing | Traditional athletic team-cap direction | Use the custom-logo product for qualifying team orders |
| Richardson PTS30 | Warm-weather teams, tournaments, practices, performance programs | R-Flex performance sizing | Lightweight construction and laser-vented back panels | Use the custom-logo product for qualifying team orders |
Choose the Richardson 112 for Businesses, Brands, Events, and Everyday Wear
The Richardson 112 is the strongest starting point when you need a recognizable trucker-hat shape that can work across many different buyers and uses. Richardson describes the 112 as a Mid Pro structured profile inspired by classic baseball headwear, with the familiar trucker-mesh construction that defines the 112 family.
- Strong choice for blank hat orders and repeat purchases
- Adjustable snapback works well when ordering for mixed groups
- Useful for company uniforms, events, outdoor brands, staff hats, and merchandise
- Structured front provides a clear area for embroidery or patch decoration
Choose the Richardson PTS20 for a Clean, Flexible Team Cap
The PTS20 is the better direction when the order is primarily for baseball or softball and the buyer wants a team-focused cap rather than a casual trucker hat. Its R-Flex sizing makes it appropriate for programs that need a more fitted athletic feel while still managing a mixed size breakdown.
- Built for baseball, softball, schools, leagues, and team programs
- Better fit for uniforms and coordinated player or coach orders than a casual mesh-back trucker
- Direct custom-logo ordering is available for the current PTS20 team product
- Proof review helps confirm artwork before production begins
Choose the Richardson PTS30 for Warm-Weather Games and On-Field Performance
The PTS30 is designed for teams that want a lighter on-field cap. The current custom product uses Ignite LT performance fabric, a Mid Pro shape, a precurved bill, laser-vented back panels, and R-Flex sizing. That combination makes it especially relevant for warm-weather practices, tournaments, and full team programs.
- Lightweight performance direction for active team use
- Laser-vented back panels help increase airflow
- R-Flex sizing supports mixed team size breakdowns
- Custom front embroidery and proof review are available through the current team-order product
Which Hat Is Best for Your Logo?
For a company or brand logo
Start with the Richardson 112 when you want a broadly wearable trucker style. It is especially useful for staff hats, company merchandise, outdoor businesses, giveaways, and retail-style programs.
For a baseball or softball logo
Start with the PTS20 or PTS30. Choose the PTS20 for a traditional team-cap direction; choose the PTS30 when lightweight performance and ventilation matter more.
For patches or a retail-style finish
The structured front of the 112 makes it a natural place to start. Review the Richardson patch-hat guide before deciding between embroidered, woven, sublimated, or rubber patches.
For direct embroidery
All three can support logo programs, but artwork complexity matters. Review the Richardson embroidery guide, or send your logo to Graham Hats for help choosing the safest direction.
When to Buy Blank Hats and When to Order Custom
Buy blank hats when:
- You already have a decorator or embroidery shop
- You need undecorated inventory for resale or events
- You want to compare colors or styles before committing to decoration
- You need to combine several Richardson styles or colors quickly
For mixed blank-hat orders, use the Richardson Quick Order page to build the order faster.
Use a custom-logo product or contact sales when:
- You need a baseball or softball team order with logo embroidery
- You need help choosing between flat embroidery, 3D embroidery, or patches
- You want Graham Hats to review the artwork and ordering path
- The desired custom style is not yet available for direct checkout
Still Deciding Between the 112, PTS20, and PTS30?
Send Graham Hats your logo, quantity, intended use, and deadline. We can help narrow the choice before you commit to the order.
Richardson 112 vs. PTS20 vs. PTS30 FAQ
Is the Richardson 112 a baseball team hat?
The 112 can work for coaches, fans, travel gear, and casual team merchandise, but the PTS20 and PTS30 are more directly focused on baseball and softball team use.
Which hat is best for a business logo?
The Richardson 112 is usually the most versatile starting point for businesses because its adjustable trucker format works across staff, customer merchandise, events, and outdoor programs.
What is the main difference between the PTS20 and PTS30?
The PTS20 is a traditional team-cap direction, while the PTS30 emphasizes lightweight performance and laser-vented back panels for additional airflow.
Can I order these hats blank?
Blank Richardson styles are available through Graham Hats when listed in the blank-hat collections. The PTS20 and PTS30 custom-logo pages are intended for qualifying decorated team orders.
Can I mix sizes in a custom team order?
The current custom PTS30 ordering path supports a team size breakdown using available R-Flex sizes. Availability can vary by color and product, so review the product page and proof process carefully.
How do I get help choosing?
Use live chat on GrahamHats.com or email Sales@GrahamHats.com with the style, quantity, use, logo, and deadline.