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Browse all 3sixteen button-ups →Mechanic Shirt ~ Charcoal Lyocell
The verdict
Fit
Mechanic cuts are roomy and functional; lyocell adds drape so expect a shirt that hangs smoothly rather than hanging stiffly.
Quality
Lyocell is plant-derived and typically softer than cotton; expect good breathability and a supple hand that improves slightly over wear.
Is the price fair?
At $165 for a lyocell mechanic shirt, this is a mid-premium choice justified by the fabric's properties and heritage styling.
Best for
Warm-weather wearers who want a functional work-style shirt with genuine fabric quality and movement.
Care
Lyocell can wrinkle; wash cool and air dry, or tumble dry on low heat for easier care.
What owners report about 3sixteen button-ups
3sixteen's button-up range is anchored by the Crosscut Flannel, which editorial coverage describes as a heavy, all-cotton Japanese fabric with a brushed interior, chainstitch run-offs, and enamel buttons that are expected to wear and chip over time. A three-year owner review of the indigo knit version reports the shirt stayed in heavy rotation but the elbows eventually wore through the outer layer and needed patching, with fading concentrated at the cuffs and other high-wear areas. The same reviewer describes the fit as slim and tailored, with slight give in the fabric that keeps it unrestrictive.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently point to the substantial Japanese flannel fabric and visible construction detail as the reason these shirts stay in rotation for years.
- Watch out for
- In long-term wear the elbows are the first failure point — one three-year review reports them wearing through and needing patches — and the enamel buttons are expected to crack and chip with use.
- Sizing
- The Crosscut Flannel fits on the slim, tailored side; a long-term reviewer advises taking your usual 3sixteen shirt size, noting the fabric's slight stretch gives some leeway.
About 3sixteen's button-ups line as a whole. Sources: [Worn] 3sixteen Indigo Knit Crosscut Flannel - Three Year Review - Withered Fig · 3sixteen Crosscut Flannels are Back for Fall - Heddels
