Richardson 112 vs 115 vs 110: What the Shape Differences Mean for Buyers

June 17, 2026 6 min read By Brandon Holt

Quick Answer

The 112, 115, and 110 numbers are commonly used to describe different Richardson cap shapes: structured trucker, unstructured low profile, and mesh-back snapback.
Bear Grips prints a structured, curved bill, rope-trim trucker style, the shape most buyers mean when they search 112.
Bear Grips does not sell an unstructured 115-style low profile cap or an all-mesh 110 style as separate catalog items.
For a service crew, the front panel width and how the logo sits usually matter more than the exact model number.

Table of Contents

What the numbers generally describe
Which shape Bear Grips prints
If a different shape fits better
Does the number matter for branding
Frequently Asked Questions

Search results are full of Richardson model numbers, and it is easy to assume every buyer needs the exact one they saw referenced somewhere. In practice, the numbers describe shape families, not a single official spec every hat brand follows the same way. Here is what the shape differences generally mean and which one the Bear Grips print-on-demand hat is closest to.

What the 112, 115, and 110 Numbers Generally Describe

These numbers are commonly used shorthand for cap shape families rather than an exact spec sheet every printer follows identically. Treat the table below as general shape guidance, not a certified match.

Style number	General shape	Typical use
112	Structured front panel, curved bill, mesh back	Most recognized trucker shape
115	Unstructured, low profile, soft crown	Relaxed, less structured fit
110	Mesh snapback, contoured front, sits close to the head	Athletic, closer fit

Which Shape the Bear Grips Rope Hat Is Closest To

The Classic Rope Hat in the Bear Grips catalog is a structured, curved-bill trucker cap with a mesh back panel, printed rather than embroidered. It is closest to the 112-style trucker shape described above. Bear Grips does not claim this is an officially licensed Richardson 112, only that it is the rope-trim trucker silhouette the number is most commonly associated with.

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If You Want a Different Shape Than the Rope Hat

The catalog carries two alternatives with a different feel: the Yupoong mesh snapback at $25.88 VIP base leans closer to the mesh-forward 110-style trucker, and the Yupoong adjustable cotton lifestyle hat at $25.88 VIP base has a softer, less structured front than the rope hat. Neither is marketed as a 115 or 110 replacement, but both sit in a different shape family if the structured rope hat is not the look a business wants.

Does the Shape Number Actually Matter for a Service Business Logo?

Front panel width and curve matter more than the model number. A logo that reads clean on a structured trucker front might crowd on a lower profile crown.
Pick based on how the logo mockup looks, not the spec sheet alone. See previewing the logo before you print.
Fit for the crew matters as much as shape. See the profile and fit guide for how head size interacts with structure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bear Grips hat officially a Richardson 112?

Bear Grips describes it as the classic rope-trim trucker shape most closely associated with the 112, without claiming official model licensing.

What is the difference between structured and unstructured caps?

Structured caps hold their shape with a stiffened front panel. Unstructured caps have a softer crown that folds more naturally.

Which shape fits a bigger head better?

Structured trucker shapes like the rope hat generally accommodate a range of head sizes through the adjustable strap, regardless of the specific model number.

Can I get an unstructured low profile hat from Bear Grips?

The catalog does not carry a dedicated unstructured 115-style cap. The adjustable cotton lifestyle hat has a softer front than the rope hat if a less structured look is preferred.

Brandon HoltService Industry Operator

Brandon owns a regional contracting company and previously ran an HVAC service business. He writes about trade-business branding, crew uniforms, and the apparel decisions service operators make to win local trust.