I ordered an authentic WC customized jersey from NHL Shop the day they dropped. Here’s my review:

The numbers and lettering are all felt. However even though they appear stitched they are in fact still heat pressed. The numbers and letters all have faux stitching and you can confirm this by flipping the jersey inside out. The stitching does not come through the jersey material itself.

In my case the heat press feels a tad unfinished on the nameplate. Two spots have barely noticeable separation right at the edge. So from a QA standpoint, I’d recommend giving your purchase a good inspection. NHL Shop is working with me to remedy the defect, though I don’t have high hopes given their track record.

The fit of these jerseys regardless of where you get the authentic Adidas from feels slightly more trim than say an inaugural jersey of the same size. Upon inspecting, I believe this is due to how they stitched the striped sections together. Definitely fits and I don’t think I’d size up per se but something to keep in mind if you like to layer a lot under your jersey.

I might be crazy and looking at it too much but I feel like the lettering and numbers are ever so slightly smaller than they ought to be. It’s hard to say if it’s just how the felt components were designed and manufactured or if different companies have slightly different kit components from different suppliers.

Overall great looking jersey. Some expected lack of QA from NHL shop but happy nonetheless. Hope this helps some of ya still debating where to order from as places get restocked.