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Port Authority K500 Silk Touch Polo
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Key Features of the Port Authority K500
- 5-ounce, 65/35 poly/cotton pique
- Silky-soft hand with superior wrinkle and shrink resistance
- Flat-knit collar and cuffs
- Metal buttons with dyed-to-match plastic rims
- Double-needle armhole seams and hem
- Side vents
- Adult sizes XS–6XL
- 34 colors
About the Port Authority K500
The Port Authority K500 Silk Touch Polo is the default uniform polo for a reason: a silky-soft hand, superior wrinkle and shrink resistance, and a size and color range deep enough to outfit an entire organization consistently. The 5-ounce 65/35 poly/cotton pique holds its shape and finish through repeated industrial laundering, which is why it shows up on staff, hospitality teams, and service crews who need a polo that still looks professional after a season of wear. Flat-knit collar and cuffs, metal buttons with dyed-to-match rims, double-needle armhole seams and hem, and side vents round out a polo built to look tidy and last.
It runs XS–6XL in 34 colors, and there's a women's cut in the same fabric (the L500) for mixed-team uniforming where you want a consistent look across everyone.
Why order the K500 from Bulkthreads.com
- No minimums on blanks. Order one or a thousand.
- Want same-day shipping on blank orders? Order before 4 PM Eastern!
- In-house decoration:Custom orders typically turn around in 7–10 days
- No duffs. If a print fails, we'll fix it.
Decorating the K500
For a polo like this, our clients typically prefer embroidery, like a left-chest patch that sits cleanly on the pique and reads professional. The 65/35 blend also takes screen printing and DTF well for larger or full-color marks. Send us your logo and we'll recommend what works best!
How the K500 compares
The K500 is the soft-hand classic. Two stablemates cover the cases where it isn't the right pick:
The Port Authority K540 Silk Touch Performance Polo is the moisture-wicking version: 4 oz 100% polyester with PosiCharge color retention and snag resistance — choose it for active wear, outdoor staff, or anywhere people sweat and you still need the color to hold (17 colors). The Port Authority K100 Core Classic Pique Polo is the value option: a 4.4 oz 60/40 cotton/poly pique at a lower price point — choose it when budget leads and you don't need the Silk Touch hand (12 colors). The K500 sits between them as the soft, professional everyday standard.
FAQ
Is the K500 good for embroidery?
Yes! It's one of the most popular embroidery polos there is. The 5 oz pique gives a left-chest logo a clean, stable surface, and it's the standard choice for uniform and corporate programs. Screen print and DTF also work well for larger artwork.
What's the difference between the K500 and the K540?
The K500 is a 5 oz 65/35 poly/cotton pique with a soft hand, making it one of the best for everyday uniform and corporate wear. The K540 is a 4 oz 100% polyester performance polo that wicks moisture and holds color through wear (PosiCharge), which makes it better for active or outdoor use. Same trusted Silk Touch family, two different jobs.
Is there a women's version?
Yes! The L500 Women's Silk Touch Polo uses the same 5 oz fabric and color range, so you can outfit a mixed team in a consistent look.
What sizes and colors are available, and how fast does it ship?
Adult XS–6XL in 34 colors. Blanks have no minimum and ship the same day; custom-decorated orders typically turn around in 7–10 days—contact us for exact timing.
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Policies and Practices
Any order can be returned within 30 days of receipt. To be eligible for a return, your item must be: 1). unused, 2). unwashed, and 3).unaltered (it must be blank--no embroidery or printing, etc).
Make sure your item is in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in our original packaging.
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