Ned Ludd Lives! Tee

In the shadowed mills of Nottingham, 1811, legend tells of Ned Ludd, the defiant weaver who rose against the iron engines devouring men’s livelihoods. One night he stormed a nest of serpents—coiling machines that hissed and struck at every honest trade. At their heart reared the Basilisk King, a crowned monster of gears and greed whose gaze turned workers to stone. Raising his hammer like a sword, Ludd struck true, crushing the crowned serpent and scattering its brood. From that blow the cry went up: the frames must fall, and no machine shall rule the hand that feeds it. Thus Ned Ludd became the eternal foe of cold automation.

This heavyweight, garment-dyed tee brings his memory to everyday wear. The front sports a distressed pulp-style print called “The Subliminal Messenger Show,” with bold oranges and creamy yellows on a deep black canvas. It drapes with a relaxed, slightly boxy fit that reads lived-in from the first wear. The soft, garment-dyed cotton and sturdy double-needle seams mean this shirt feels broken-in yet built to last — a go-to for layering under a jacket or worn solo when you want that retro edge. Sizing runs S–4XL and the tubular knit gives a clean, seamless silhouette that sits right at the hip. This shirt slips into the routine of show nights, comic runs, and late-night hangs — a tactile reminder of nostalgia and attitude.

Product features
- 100% ring-spun US cotton — pre-shrunk for lasting comfort
- Garment-dyed finish for a soft, vintage color and texture
- Heavyweight 6.1 oz fabric with relaxed fit and sewn-in label
- Tubular knit (no side seams) for a clean silhouette and reduced waste
- Double-needle stitching on all seams for increased durability

Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Do not bleach
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: low heat
- Do not dryclean