Simon Bolivar SSBN-641 American Flag Submarine T-Shirt

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Simon Bolivar SSBN-641 American Flag Submarine T-Shirt shows "USS SIMON BOLIVAR – SSBN 641" across the top, with "Been There - Done That and Damn Proud of It" at the bottom. To anyone who served aboard this nuclear ballistic missile submarine, that phrase speaks volumes about what the boat meant to her crew.

Behind the design

The submarine itself dominates the center of the print, captured mid-surface with white foam churning around the hull. Behind it, an American flag rendered in bold brushstrokes fills the upper half of the image, its red, white, and blue streaks suggesting power and motion. The lettering above the boat is military-strong and clean, anchoring the design with the official designation "SSBN 641." Every element—the surging water, the flag's dynamic movement, the forward momentum of the boat—combines to honor the seriousness and capability of ballistic missile submarine service.

Who gets the joke

Submarine veterans wearing this Simon Bolivar SSBN-641 American Flag Submarine T-Shirt immediately feel the recognition in that motto. The crew who qualified on the boat understand what "been there, done that" really means after months at sea on silent patrol. Friends and family members who waited at home recognize it too. You wear it on casual days, to reunions with former crewmates, or when you want to mark your service quietly but with total confidence.

Gifts and choices

If you're buying for a submarine veteran, especially one who served on Simon Bolivar, this lands exactly right. Pair it with a casual jacket or a hoodie on cool days for a look that works anywhere from a coffee run to a veteran's event. The design works in all 12 available colors, so you can match the recipient's preference whether they favor classic black or something brighter.

FAQ

What does "Been There - Done That and Damn Proud of It" mean on a submarine shirt?: That phrase captures the quiet confidence of submarine sailors who completed their service on ballistic missile boats. "Been there" means patrol time in the deep. "Done that" refers to the intense training, qualifications, and the responsibility of serving on a nuclear submarine. The pride is genuine and earned—it's the motto of sailors who know they were part of something significant.
Who should wear the Simon Bolivar SSBN-641 submarine shirt?: Anyone who served aboard USS Simon Bolivar or deployed with her crew is the obvious choice. The shirt also speaks to submarine force veterans more broadly—it honors the specific boat, but the sentiment applies to all who served on ballistic missile submarines. Family members and Navy supporters who respect that service wear it too.
When is this the right gift for a Navy veteran?: Anniversaries of service, military appreciation events, or anytime you want to acknowledge a submarine veteran's background work well. It's especially meaningful if the person qualified aboard Simon Bolivar. The variety of cuts and colors means you can find the right fit for any submariner, whether they prefer a classic T-shirt, long sleeve, hoodie, or crewneck sweatshirt.

Fabric

Classic T-Shirt: Sport Grey: 90% cotton, 10% Polyester
Dark Heather: 50% cotton, 50% Polyester
other colors: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 180 g/m²
Classic fit, tubular (no side seams)
Hoodie: 50% cotton, 50% Polyester
Fabric weight: 271 g/m²
Classic fit, kangaroo pocket, double-lined hood
Long Sleeve T-Shirt: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 203 g/m²
Classic fit, runs slightly small
Crewneck Sweatshirt: 50% cotton, 50% Polyester
Fabric weight: 271 g/m²
Classic fit, crew neck
V-Neck T-Shirt: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 142 g/m²
Fitted cut with V-neck
Women's T-Shirt: Sport Grey: 90% cotton, 10% Polyester
Dark Heather: 65% cotton, 35% Polyester
other colors: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 153 g/m²
Slightly tailored women's fit, shorter sleeves
Tank Top: Sport Grey: 90% cotton, 10% Polyester
other colors: 100% cotton
Fabric weight: 142 g/m²
Fitted cut

Size Chart – Classic T-Shirt

Classic T-Shirt
Size	Width (in)	Length (in)	Sleeve Length (in)
S	18	28	15
M	20	29	16.5
L	22	30	18
XL	24	31	19.5
2XL	26	32	21
3XL	28	33	22.5
4XL	30	34	23.75
5XL	32	35	25

Measurements in inches, taken flat. Tolerance ± 1.5 in

Width: armpit to armpit, measured flat.
Length: from the highest point of the shoulder to the hem.

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