Richardson 115 vs. 112 vs. 258 vs. 168: Which Cap Fits Your Logo?

If you are choosing a Richardson cap for a company logo, the shortlist usually comes down to four numbers: the 112, the 115, the 258 and the 168. They are all proven, structured, snap-back styles, and they all take embroidery well, but they do not wear the same on a head or carry a logo the same way. This guide compares the Richardson 115, 112, 258 and 168 side by side so you can match the cap to the job before you place a 12-piece (or 1,200-piece) order.

At Wholesale Caps Etc we have been decorating headwear in Houston since 1979, and the question we hear most often is some version of "which Richardson should we pick?" Here is how we answer it.

Richardson 115 vs. 112: Low Profile or Classic Trucker?

The 115 is the lower, more streamlined trucker; the 112 is the taller, more traditional one. Both have a structured foam front, a mesh back and an adjustable snapback closure, so the difference is mostly crown height and the look that comes with it.

The Richardson 112 is the original six-panel trucker that the whole style is named for. It comes in 60+ colorways, starts at $9.75 a cap, and has the taller mid-profile crown most people picture when they hear "trucker hat." That crown gives a logo a little more vertical room on the front panel, which helps with stacked designs.

The Richardson 115 Low Pro Trucker sits lower on the head with a shorter crown. It is also $9.75 and comes in 40 colorways, including heathers and two-tone builds. Craft beverage brands, outfitters and real estate teams tend to choose it because the lower, shorter crown reads as a more current look than a standard trucker.

If you are not sure, think about who is wearing it. A crew that wears caps all day for work usually likes the classic 112. A client gift or retail-style merch program often looks better on the 115.

Richardson 258: The Rope Cap Option

The Richardson 258 is a five-panel rope cap, which means a softer crown, a braided rope across the visor and a more outdoorsy, heritage feel than either trucker. It is a mid-profile cap made of 100% polyester with a moisture-wicking Stay-Dri sweatband, and it comes in 12+ color combinations.

The Richardson 258 starts at $11.25 and is a favorite with hunting clubs, outdoor brands, landscaping and construction companies, and corporate giveaways that want something other than a foam trucker. The lightweight polyester build makes it comfortable for long days outside. If you want the same shape with more ventilation, the Richardson 355 is the laser-perforated performance version, and we compared another rope cap in our Decky 6032 vs. Richardson 256 article.

One practical note: a five-panel crown has no center seam running through the front, so a centered logo sits cleanly without being split.

Richardson 168: Seven-Panel Flat Bill for Wide Logos

The Richardson 168 is a seven-panel flat bill trucker with a Hi Pro crown and a seamless front panel, built for logos that need to run wide. The seamless front means there is no center seam splitting the embroidery field, so script, wordmarks and large patches sit flat and unbroken across the full width.

The Richardson 168 starts at $11.25 and comes in 19 colorways. It has a taller, squarer profile than a curved-bill trucker, and it leans streetwear: skate shops, music merch, dealerships and apparel labels choose it when the cap is meant to look like part of a brand rather than a uniform. If you are weighing flat bills in general, our flat bill collection shows the full range.

How to Choose: A Quick Comparison

Pick the cap by crown shape and logo format first, then color. Here is the short version:

• Richardson 112: six-panel, taller mid-profile crown, foam front with mesh back, from $9.75, 60+ colorways. The safe, classic choice for crews and giveaways.
• Richardson 115: six-panel, low-profile crown, foam front with mesh back, from $9.75, 40 colorways. A cleaner, more current look.
• Richardson 258: five-panel rope cap, braided visor rope, polyester, from $11.25. Outdoor and heritage style.
• Richardson 168: seven-panel flat bill, Hi Pro crown, seamless front, from $11.25, 19 colorways. Best for wide logos and streetwear looks.

For brand colors, remember that you can mix colorways inside an order as long as the decoration is the same, so a team can have navy and black on the same style and still count everything toward the minimum. If color is your main question, see our guide to custom black hats vs. navy hats.

What Every Richardson Order Includes

Every cap on this list is decorated in-house in Houston, with a 12-piece minimum. That minimum applies to all of them, whatever the decoration, and you can mix colorways to get there (for example, six black and six navy). Volume pricing tiers start at 24 pieces.

The front panel takes flat embroidery, 3D puff embroidery, leather, woven or rubber patches, or DTF printing; side and back placements are embroidery only. Every order starts with a free digital proof, your embroidery file is kept on file at no extra cost so reorders go straight to production, and you can build the order in the on-page customizer and save it as a shareable quote with mockups for sign-off. Decorated orders ship free.

If you want to see how Richardson stacks up against other blank brands, our trucker hat brands comparison covers Yupoong and others, and our Richardson 112 guide goes deeper on that one cap.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Richardson 112 and the Richardson 115?

Both are trucker caps with a foam front, mesh back and adjustable snapback. The 115 sits lower with a shorter, streamlined crown, while the 112 has a taller mid-profile crown and the classic trucker look.

What is the difference between the Richardson 112 and the 258?

The 112 is a six-panel structured trucker with a foam front and mesh back. The 258 is a five-panel rope cap with a softer polyester crown and a braided visor rope. Choose the 112 for a trucker look and the 258 for an outdoor, heritage look.

Which Richardson cap is best for a large logo?

The Richardson 168 is the strongest option for wide artwork. Its seven-panel, seamless front has no center seam, so wordmarks and large patches sit flat across the full width of the cap.

What is the minimum order for custom Richardson caps?

The minimum is 12 pieces for every Richardson cap, regardless of decoration method, and you can mix colorways to reach it. Volume pricing tiers begin at 24 pieces.

Ready to Pick Your Richardson?

Start with the cap that fits your crew and your logo, then request a free digital proof to see it before anything is stitched. Browse the full Richardson Headwear collection, or compare options in our custom trucker caps and rope caps collections. We are happy to help you choose.