Skull & steel · 50 designs

Hard-edged apparel for the trades that do not quit

Mechanics, carpenters, electricians, machinists, operators and truckers. Heavy graphics on heavyweight cotton, printed one order at a time.

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Nobody puts a skull on a shirt because it is pretty. They put it there because the job is hard and they showed up anyway.

— the whole idea behind Blacktop Forge

Six Trades, One Attitude

Pick your discipline and see what is in the rack.

Mechanic Grease, torque and gallows humour for the people who keep everything running. 9 designs →02

Carpenter Sawdust, straight lines and zero patience for shortcuts. 9 designs →03

Electrician Live circuits and dry jokes from the people who keep the lights on. 8 designs →04

Machinist Tolerances, tooling and shop-floor attitude in hard graphics. 8 designs →05

Operator Heavy iron and long levers for the crews who move the ground. 8 designs →06

Trucker Mile markers, night runs and big-rig graphics with teeth. 8 designs →

Fresh Off The Press

The newest graphics added to the shop.

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This Carpenter has been anger issues
Price range: $27.99 through $45.99
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Real Mechanic Skull Design – Trade Pride
Price range: $27.99 through $44.99
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Anything Trucker Skull Design
Price range: $27.99 through $40.99
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Buckle Up Buttercup Forklift Operator Apparel – Skull Humor
Price range: $25.99 through $44.99
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Machinist Skull USA Flag Apparel – Patriotic
Price range: $27.99 through $44.99
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Electrician Apparel – Family Freedom Tools Skull Design
Price range: $27.99 through $44.99
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Carpenter Skull USA Flag Apparel – Carpenter Pride
Price range: $27.99 through $44.99
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Mechanic Using A High School Diploma – Skull Mechanic
Price range: $27.99 through $40.99

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How it works

Four steps, no warehouse

We hold zero stock. That is why the catalogue stays sharp, the sizes never sell out and the lead time is an honest number instead of a marketing one.

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01Pick the designSix trades, 50 graphics. Every one drawn for people who actually do the work.
02Pick the garmentTee, ladies, V-neck, long sleeve or hoodie — XS through 5XL, one blank quality.
03We print itProduction starts when your order lands. Nothing sits pre-printed in a warehouse.
04It ships7–15 business days in the US, 10–30 worldwide. Tracking on every parcel.

Questions, Answered

Everything you need before you order.

How long will my order take?

Every item is printed to order, so allow 3–5 business days for production. US delivery then takes 7–15 business days; international orders take 10–30 business days.

Which styles and sizes can I choose?

Most designs come as a classic unisex tee, ladies tee, V-neck, long-sleeve or hoodie, in sizes XS upward. Measurements live on the Size Guide.

What is the fabric like?

Classic tees are ring-spun cotton; heather colours and hoodies blend in polyester for softness and warmth. Prints bond into the fabric — no vinyl layer to peel.

What if it does not fit or arrives faulty?

You have 30 days from delivery to request a return or exchange. If an item arrives damaged or wrong, we cover return shipping and replace it free. See the Refund & Returns Policy.

Do you ship outside the United States?

Yes — worldwide. Rates are calculated at checkout, starting at $9.99 for Canada, the UK and Europe. Customs duties remain the responsibility of the recipient.

Can I order for a whole crew?

We quote bulk orders from ten units up. Email the design, sizes and quantity from the Contact page and we will come back with pricing.