The Most Comfortable Pants I've Ever Worn
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ต.ค. 2019
- It was a while back when I covered the most comfortable jeans I've ever worn. They were a model with some stretch and sadly, they're now out of business. So I haven't really ventured back into stretch denim until now with Kato Brand. These offer a hack of a lot more than my previous denim though: Made in USA, Japanese fabric, 360 degree stretch, and simple good looks. Whats not to love about that?? It was the chinos which really stole the show however. Thick, soft, super stretchy, they are the most comfortable pants I've ever worn without a doubt... BUT they look amazing too!
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Reviews of clothing, boots, and accessories for men, along with style advice and life philosophy. I've been working with my hands for my entire life as a mechanic, tow truck driver, and eventually a licensed electrician. Being a blue collar guy, I look for certain elements in a product: is it durable? Is it high-quality? Will it perform well over its service life? Whether boots, pants, jackets, or tools I believe it's best to buy once and cry once by getting the best you can afford. With so many options these days, choosing the best product can become a difficult decision, but that's where I come in. Helping you stay stylish, rugged, and handsome.
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What do you guys think of Kato?
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-Chinos: bit.ly/3yJxZmA
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I’ll never complain about any of your videos. Just keep doing what you’re doing. What we need are people like you giving unbiased reviews on higher priced items so we know how to best spend our money. We don’t need any reviews on $40 jeans. Thanks Carl!
I picked up some Goodfellow selvedge denim from Target for 20 bucks and they probably have the best fade to dollar ratio ever. I'm a college kid and I love the idea of having more than one pair of selvedge denim. And now I do:)
Speak for yourself. I definitely want review for jeans in that price range. So you have that.
I like how he tried to make everyone happy with the pronunciation and gave what he thought were the only two possible variations and still got it wrong lol😅
KAH -TOE
It doesn't matter, anyway. Just say it like you would wherever you're from.
Also, as a guy to runs a 95% made in the US clothing brand and touches every piece before it goes out, I will say that Made in US clothing is priced at the actual value of the goods, I always try to remind people that “cheap imports” are not any less expensive to produce, it’s just the butt in the sewing machine seat is getting screwed out of their share.
Where did you see the information that he "touches every piece of clothes" before it goes out?
Priced at the actual value? So these companies aren’t making any money? 🤔
@@MattSeesGrayOf course they make money. He’s just saying that it’s more expensive because they include a fair labor cost.
I think a slimmer fit is the way to go, especially with a selvedge stretch 14 oz denim. Once it breaks in in all the right places, it's a beautiful thing.
Thanks for another great review! My favorite pair of jeans changes as I try new stuff, but currently it's Origin's Factory denim jean. They're tough as nails, unbelievable comfortable and completely made in the USA!
I love your reviews Carl! Keep up the good work. 👍🏻
Thanks for making these videos I always look forward to your videos and am very happy when I see you uploaded. I have now formed a new definition of quality after your videos and I can thank you for that! Thank you
I love this channel for always exposing incredible content out there in the world
Will absolutely remember great tips for later on in life, as being a very young man I am content with being a Walmartian
Hey man! New subscriber, as i occasionally have to go offshore and bored vessels in my line of work, good quality workwear has always been my priority. I have been binge watching your channel and your content is fire man! Glad to have discovered your channel! Keep it up Carl!
I have a pair of Oni secret denim and love them. The little bit of added stretch is great. Glad to see some of the American made Co's are adding the stretch denim to their lineups.
Oni secret in black or these?
I got a pair of Kato raw 4 way stretch jeans that someone had repaired and resold on eBay for $25 and they're the greatest jeans I've gotten since my old pair of red weft Naked & Famous Super Skinny Guys. Unbelievably good! 👍🏻
If they ever get messed up, holes worn in them a split in the crotch or whatever there are companies that repair expensive jeans and make it look like there was never a hole to begin with, someone did a video i watched recently on it interviewing a guy that does amazing work, i think it was "best way to repair jeans" or something like that, he was using a specific singer sewing machine snd i think was doing dawning or something like that, just something to look into since im sure you wouldn't want to throw them away and youll never find a deal like that again lol
Thank you for this review. I had just ordered the penn before this video. Immediately after watching I went back and ordered the chinos. I can't wait to get them the end of the week. I'll update again after.
Hope you enjoy it! Please let me know
Update on the chinos? How is the material over time?
Picked up a pair of stretch 514 Levi’s for $15 at Ross the other day and I’m a believer in the stretch fabric! Going to be picking up some work pants soon and would like to get something with a bit of stretch and durability, I’m thankful for the recommendations I am getting from you and those in the comments section.
Just bought a pair of charcoal chinos from these guys at 50% off. Honestly pretty nervous considering even at such a discount, $100 is more than double what I've ever spent on a pair of pants, but I'm really excited to finally see what these are all about!
Update: they're incredible
I like Dearborn Denim, they are made in the USA and seem to hold up well for a price competitive with Levi's. Thank you for searching out USA products.
Hi Carl,
Being from New England, it would be great to see you go local with some reviews of traditional NE styles and products from different manufacturers/handcrafters/retailers every once in a while.
Checked out this video and ordered Kato pen slim. Love them!
Carl, I've been wearing these for a couple years now and yes hands down some of my favourite. Wearing the pens as well. Got the raw as well as the grey. Gotta try the chinos next
Damn, I’m late to post!
How have they held up? Was there anything you’d add?
How are your jeans holding up all these years later?
I’m liking the looks of those chinos. $200 is definitely way more than I’d spend on any pants though... yet. Never gone over $50 on a pair of pants in my life since I get things on sale/clearance. Thanks for having a balanced perspective though, I enjoyed the entire video for sure.
Those stretch pants are hard to compete with in terms of comfort. Hate the ones that bag out until the next washing, but the materials do seem to be getting better. I have one pair of Docker’s alpha khakis that are so comfy I’ve been guilty of jogging in them before!
Those do look nice! I'm trying to only buy American so I'll keep these in mind
Bokehify if you have a cellphone or a computer then it is made in China. Can’t get away from them since they make pretty much everything.
Really enjoy your videos, can I suggest the Duluth Trading 40 grit line. I absolutely love the 40 grit flex Twill Khaki pant in standard fit.. my new favorite.
Love my Kato's! Got another pair in Black Raw on the way!
Just watched this. Im with you. Od like to find some chinos that are not "slim" cut..
i highly recommend the flint and tinder selvedged denim. they are my fav denim. they dont have a leather patch which i prefer and their slim fit is perfect. its also below 200. i believe they also have straight fit.
They stopped making their Chinos in the US. Not sure about their denim, but they are making the same farce move that Taylor Stitch did. Make in the States, make that the main sales model, get a dedicated lot of patrons, and then move production overseas (same price)... Breaks me heart!
Totally agree!!
Great review. These jeans/chinos are a non starter for me if they are not offered in a 36" or 38" inseam. For some strange reason I cannot fathom, many clothing manufacturers think all people have a 34" inseam. Not this guy. My preferred jean: Wrangler 20X or Schaefer Ranch Hand jeans. Duluth Trading Post or Carhartt pants. Good quality, priced right and offered in 36" and 38" inseams.
The most comfortable jeans and work pants i have are the carhartt rugged flex series! I can't go back to normal jeans and work pants after trying them
Oh man, those are awesome! Have you tried the flex tee shirt? I like it even better than their original pocket tee.
I would love to hear your opinion on Revtown jeans. For the price point, they can’t be beat IMO.
these look fabulous on you
New sub! Love it
Have you tried the Deerborn jeans? Lotta guys say they have replaced Levi’s commuters. Fairly affordable as well
Hi Carl - do you recommend boot trees for the heritage red wing boots?
Please accept my apology. I have watched and enjoyed several of your videos and didnt subscribe until now. Love your channel and trust your opinions. Keep up the good work.
Have you tried the 5.11 Apex pants? I tried them today and they seemed awesome.
Do you have a 1-2 year later follow up video on these?
How much overlap do the outside seams have? If you're good at sewing they can often be unrolled and stitched back together
Target does have some nice jeans by Goodfellow. Especially their new winter jeans.
Idk if it matters or not, but I just want to let you know that the Goodfellow brand is Target's own in-house brand. When I got my first job and apt after college, Goodfellow did me good. I'm happy they're doing you good as well :)
You got my sub! I'm curious on chinos - what kind of boot would you wear with them? I'm a fan of most styles except chelseas (forgive me).
Thanks man! I love to rock these with chukkas in a lighter brown. The two colors really work well together i think.
Levis for $40!! Here in the UK Levis are at least £80 which equates to around $110.. Saying that you can buy four way stretch jeans here for £40, had a pair for nearly five years and they still look great... Never heard of kato but I will check them out. Cheers Carl...
You can get Levi's for £32 at House of Fraser.
@@mrgt3201 nice one cheers
Another great video! Have you tried their denim jean jackets? Wanted to buy. Also, I've heard the sizing for jackets/jeans/pants is different.....such as if you.I are a 34" then we would up size one. Make sense? Would be great if you would create a video as a Q&A to this video with a jacket review. :-). Thanks again!
Hey Carl, if you want some quality jeans and if you're ever in NYC, check out Blue in Green in soho. You have access to premium Japanese denim in store without having to rely on online sales!!!
Hell, I work close to there and will go with you!!
Have you tried clothes from varusteleka great great site. I have the british cs95 pants love em and some cargo pants from em also. I know some friends that love the jeans from them too
how do those compare to
the 30€ cotton and elastan jeans in terms of comfort?
Carl, this comment has no connection to the subject of the video I just want to dive in and tell you how much your videos have informed me in my past year of life as well as helped me to become a better man. I remember discovering you when I was researching Iron rangers to wear while riding the Harley and your videos combined with Brian's absolutely made me pull the trigger. Your video on carhartt, well that one sent me to the outlet where I then walked out with my hands full and wallet empty. Next up is the truck check buddy, tell me if I should get a tundra or an f150.
Hahaha I’m so happy to hear that! It’s incredible being able to connect with people this way, and I take that responsibility seriously.
As for Tundra vs. F150 I’ve always been a domestic type of guy, and I’ve heard that Ecoboost twin turbo 6 is a monster!
@@CarlMurawski I've been leaning towards the Ford myself. I had the pleasure of driving my old bosses eco boost crew cab a few years ago and man did it haul. I was pulling a 10x25ft enclosed full of poly kayaks and it felt like nothing. Mechanicals aside those lariats are nice fricken trucks. One of those vehicles you can take to the jobsite and date night.
I haven't browsed his channel enough, but what are some titles of videos that help you become a better man?
I liked him a lot talking about being bald and such. Being able to dress nice can be good, but most of my peers would be served by not spending money on most of the things reviewed, and bucking up and shaving bald.
I like the original fit Carhartt for work. For $40, they are a desirable buy.
Please consider do a review on my favorite shoes made by Rancourt & company
Can you get any other length on the chinos other than 32"?
If these $200 last 10 years then they have met my requirements. My normal jean is $20 and last about a year. Been looking into these to see if I can get more like out of my clothes.
carl have you ever tried ralph lauren Rrl brand ? i know it sacrifices practicality for fashion . thoughts?
Carhartts for me!
Hey carl, Is there any possibility you could do a video or just give me your opinion about wrangler jeans? Just work jeans in general that arent too expensive. Thank you!
Wrangler has a great history and were the originators of some cool stuff like broken twill weaves. They’re a fantastic budget option in my opinion.
Current production Wranglers seem to hold up better than current production Levi’s in my experience, at least when comparing their department store offerings. Had the seat tear out along the back pocket on a couple pair of Levi’s and I’m not the only one that’s happened to it seems. I’m also not too fond of Levi’s feeding the anti-gun hysterics , though you may disagree.
Carl Murawski Just a video idea, “Wrangler Jeans Vs Levi Jeans”? could be something cool.
just got mine absolutely love them yeeeee one thing I hate tho.. i wanna say the front pockets are way too small XD might have to find a tailor
The Pen jeans are the comfiest jeans I’ve ever had... and they look great too.
I'll have to check these out. I've been wearing solid gold pants and they are proving hard to break in.
What pull over are you wearing on the thumbnail?
You should definitely check out Mountain khakis. My perfect pants, lots of options too
Origin makes some comfortable jeans using 100% American made fabric, woven in house. I’d recommend you check them out. Super high quality- triple stitched and available with no stretch and a lot of stretch.
Their Delta jeans are nice, but they are not raw denim, and they fade into a peculiar indigo color.
Hi. I'm a relatively recent subscriber, and this seems to be the video to make my first comment on.
I really enjoy your videos, and you're one of the few TH-camrs whom I've found who seems to be in my style range. I guess I'm somewhere in that Americana, Heritage, Workwear, Western arena, and whatever else may cross over in there. My problems are two-fold, though. First, I'm an expat living in Asia, so it's really expensive for me to order items from overseas (I do realize your viewership is mostly US-based). Second, as touched on in this video, I notice your products either seem to be geared towards actual manual-labor use (fair point for you, but that's not me) or people with money to burn (also not me). I've seen a few of your comparison videos (your T-shirt one comes to mind) where almost all of the items were well out of my price range.
Would it be possible to include within your range something that would be in the middle of the road in terms of price? Something where quality--in terms of natural materials and good construction--is there, which has a bit more emphasis on comfort and style, which may be available to an international customer base, but which isn't at such an extreme price point. It doesn't have to be something that takes away from the primary focus of your channel of quality workwear and high-end workwear-inspired fashion, but something in the middle. It's okay for it to be a bit of an afterthought, but it would help out us average guys a bit who are just interested in buying long-lasting casual clothes on a modest budget. Thanks!
Its a fair point, and if I were starting from scratch on a budget I'd probably concentrate on second hand items. You can really find a lot of great things cheap on ebay and grailed without compromising quality.
@@CarlMurawski Thanks, but second-hand is not an option for me. Are there really no brands making durable Americana/Heritage clothes without the high price point?
hey guys do these pants have itchy material? I know you're saying they're very comfortable but zooming into their material it looks kind of itchy.
I am in a electrician apprenticeship program but I’m 30. I want to bring a sense of style and professionalism to the trades. What would you recommend for clothing that will hold up and still look good after work? Let’s say parent teacher conference or just out to dinner with my wife?
I understand the struggle man. When I was in that spot I wore Carhartt polos and their work chinos. They’re built tough and people recognize the name as workwear, but it looks good enough to be professional and smart after work.
Sounds great thank you
Can we get an update on this? After a while wearing them do you still like these pants?
I knew Blue Rise was too good to be! Just watched the blue rise video and was going to get like 10 pairs. They sounded amazing.
Mountain Khaki paints are nice.
Don't get me wrong, i wear some stretch fabric denim, i am getting older now and rate comfort. But i have to admit, i always feel I'm cheating some how. I like the Kato denims by the way.
Do they have enough structure?
Getting into the more minimalist, quality vs quantity thing, I still find it a bit ridiculous to spend $200 on a pair of jeans. I get it will last 5-10+ years but another thing is the way you take care of most typical selvedge or raw denim jeans. I typically wash my jeans after a day a wear but probably only wear them once in a week. So, for me, I'm kind of in the middle of wanting something that will last longer but don't want the added care of raw selvedge denim. I'ld be willing to go $125 on jeans that will last if I can wash them regularly 😂😂
How is the sizing? I am usually a 35 standard… but also can teeter between sizes… but 35 is usually great. How much will these expand? With the stretch, is the 34 good with the level order stretch? I don’t want to get the the 35 and then they stretch out to a 36+.
I wish all clothing reviewers would just staple their measurements in every video. I don’t know why no one does this.
I would stick with your original size. I just bought a 34 and they are not getting any larger. They are very comfortable. Its like Carl said, stretch has gotten a lot better. They stretch but not to the point where they change sizes. I use to have a pair of 7's that I would need to wash to return them to their original size.
By far the most comfortable fitting jeans I've ever owned.
I side w/ the clothing snobbery. I'm in my early 40s and I am done buying cheap ass jeans/shirts only to have to dump'm 1-2 years later cuz they either broke or never really fit right to begin with and I just settled on buying them. I think you do a good job at showcasing medium $$$, to high $$$ category clothing. Stick with exactly what your doing.
$200 jeans...cool to see for a change, thanks.
I've been really enjoying walmart wrangler stretch fit jeans, cheap and stupid comfortable to work in around the farm. I don't care that I'm a walmartian. ;)
its about how i rather have the same 21 oz jeans for 8 years than 8 different pairs of jeans over the years
Hi Carl, You should look into Originmaine.com they're in Farmington, ME. They recently started making jeans and boots and EVERYTHING is sourced and made in the USA. They also have a deal going that you can 2 pairs of jeans for $200.
Have you tried Prison Blues and Key jeans?
While idk if id ever pay 200 dollars for a pair of jeans, but id still watch any video.
Gotta get me some new 👖
What's that grey sweater you are wearing in the thumbnail?
That’s from Taylor Stitch and I think it’s called the camp sweater
Hey Carl,
Where’s the follow up to this brand?
They are starting to grow and I think a new video about them would garner a lot of views.
Ever considered Tobacco Kevlar lined motorcycle jeans for riding??
I’ve heard them recommended here before but never tried them. I really like the idea of Kevlar for riding though, god forbid you lay the bike down.
Carl Murawski It seems like a great thing- raw selvedge denim and protection against road rash. And if you do lay it down, maybe you’ll get some good fades! Hahaha
The Traveler
Banana republic.
Best pants I own hands down.
I've loved these for close to a decade, however not sure these are even denim selvedge though
Being fair to that guy who likes target jeans, while I haven't worn $200 jeans, i have worn target jeans and they are VERY nice for the price, everything else at that price point with stretch fabric has been garbage for me
I'm from India and I like products Made in Germany and USA. They have high quality standards and the products are highly durable.
Hi. I am hoping to launch a Big and tall menswear brand this year. It will be geared towards casual fashion instead of fitness wear, but will perfectly fit the futness, bodybuilding community.
Do you do paid promotions or are you open to a reviews of my product? Just so you know starting out my brand will has waist sizes 36"-48" and inseam/inside leg of 34"/36"/38". Could you please tell me if you waist and inseam size are with in the size ranges offered above?
Oh man $200 jeans I never knew those exited. I was super stoked when I discovered $10 pants from Walmart ( my old job I used chlorine a lot and it wrecks pants ) then just recently I was told by someone to get clothes from the Salvation Army and I thought that was amazing idea especially for work pants where they will just get destroyed in 1-2 years and I got two jeans for like $3 not gonna lie my super cheap side same out on that one and I had a smile on my face the rest of the day lol
the military green looks grey too me. lol. I don't see any green.
How are you getting on with these? How did they hold up?
They’ve been great. In the last six months or so they seem to have stretched out in the waist a bit more than I like. A belt cures the situation, but I do wear these a lot and have definitely gotten my money’s worth.
@@CarlMurawski thanks Carl. That's pretty good feedback. Btw. All my pants have stretched out in the waist. But I can't really blame my jeans. More the food.. Surprisingly my levis 512 Niseko Mij Blue have held up really great for the last few years. Love the material on them. need the next lot to be more dad bod friendly.
They where my first and only pair with elastane in them so happy to explore some more.
I want the filson bull buck jeans but my wife can’t justify spending 200 on a pair of jeans for work were I’m cutting trees or I could be crawling in hydraulic oil and grease
I love my cowboy Cut wranglers they feel like the most comfortable ones to me
more comfortable than the 511 ABR™ PRO PANT that costs $65 and will last for years? doubt it
I hate the diagonal loop
Most comfortable pants I’ve ever worn is the Bonobos flannel lined chino
Hell I like my Levi's, but I've blown out the crotches on the last 3-4 pairs. Never has happened before. Looking for a better option?
go for brave stars man
Have you ever tried Prana Brion pants? Those are my favorite pants of all time. No cotton so they dry fast. Stretchy slim fit with a more straight fit bottom so they look great with boots. They are a 5 pocket style...not jeans but in a dungaree style. For me the best pants i own. Granted I've never tried a 200+ dollar pair of jeans.
I, personally, feel like you do a good job of trying to find a decent middle ground between affordable and craftmanship. I thought $75 was a lot for a pair of jeans. Until I bought a pair of Bravestarr Selvedage Raw denim. Made in the US and super comfortable AND will become more and more unique to me the longer I wear them. $75 is a steal for them. I advise anyone questioning the price to save up the money and buy 1 pair. You’ll make the $75 back before you know it and you’ll see just how nice it can be. Also, hunt thrift, vintage, and goodwills. You’ll be surprised what you’ll find.
I got three and a half years out of the Dickies pants that I buy, and they cost $24. When you mentioned the pants becoming unique to you, I imagine you are talking about the ultra-rapid fading and wearing that is inherent to cotton?
Eventually that will wear though, faster than if it were a polyester blend.
Do you think it will take over ten years so that I get my money's worth?
They looks comfy, but they don’t look that excited while reviewing them, unlike some other you really like.
Military Green? Looks grey to me
I like the "Kuhl" brand a whole lot. . . You can get at R.E.I., so you know it's built for rugged use. I stock up on their "RYDR" jeans a whole lot
the people who are into Japanese selvedge are also into old-school denim that's 100% cotton, the stretch is a no-no
I would understand buying a pair of $200 jeans as an electrician or carpenter or just someone who likes quality. Cause your not working with hot materials and massive pinch points, but as a welder I can't imagine buying a pair of $200 pair of pants and burning holes in them all the time, but I do buy carhartt stuff witch I find is a middle ground, it's not $200 so I'm not super worried about it and it's not $30 so I'm getting quality
What about hats?
It’s Ka - toe 🍻
Should we tell him about sweatpants?
I quite like the Old Navy "karate fit" jeans, they hold up very well, stretch a lot, and are very cheap. That being said, they are not perfect.
101 Airborne do they still sell them?