Tactical/business casual pants

[GhengisAhn175]

Fellas,

Wondering if y'all had any input. Looking for alternative 5.11 pants for duty/off duty use. Here's the mission set:

1. Khaki or variation of tan colored pants.
2. Rugged for duty use :crawling, taking a knee.
3. Professional appearance (I know some brands like to add too much logo or design color that's a no go).
4. Pants are flexible and somewhat breathable but durability is priority.

5.11 pants are a bit expensive and I tried some cheaper ones but they didn't hold up. Wondering if anyone has a few other suggestions without paying out the butt.

I'm active duty mil so would like to know if said companies do pro deals .

I have a few Columbia pants that work but want to try variety. Maybe I'll find something better!


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[catatonic]

Vertx, they also do pro deals on ProMotive. Woolrich too.

 

[Trigger Monkey]

Check out Riggs Workwear pants, which reminds me I want to get a couple more pairs.

 

[GhengisAhn175]

Thanks fellas haven't heard of those; will definitely check out once I'm back from tdy.

Glad people are mentioning brands that aren't overstated like 5.11.


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[KNIGHT11B4]

Vertx without a doubt. They are 100% awesome.

 

[Killswitch Engage]

I'd get some Duluth firehose flex pants. Durable as they will come.

 

[NICETRY]

I have some Duluth flex dry cargo pants I like.

 

[Fly_True]

Vertx without a doubt. They are 100% awesome.

This!


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[346ci]

I wear Wrangler rip stop cargos during the summer and cotton during the winter. Compared to 5.11, there isn't much of a difference in how well they hold up.

I like them both though but the Wranglers are much less $$$.

 

[565fitter]

Yea the lifetime warranty on the Duluths are nice too. I am on my second free pair! Not to say they don't hold up but they do rip on barbed wire fence and sharp rebar..

 

[zenghost]

Vertx highly recommended - their shorts also.

 

[Autark]

One more vote for Vertx. Wear them at the office all the time.

 

[t-payne]

Another vote for vertx. We wear them everyday for practice. I have had 2 pairs for the last 2 years and they still haven't given up.

 

[Strykervet]

5.11 makes a LOT of different pants out of different materials, I was surprised. Not all are in their catalog for some reason either. Some don't have all the pockets.

There was another brand, I forget, that I saw at either Quantico Tactical (they do offer mil/vet/le discounts) or at the PX. Like a cross between 5.11's and Dickie's without as many pockets? Dickies are another that may work. They make some nice looking, but tough tan slacks I used to wear as an alarm tech. Lots of different styles, pockets, etc.

Quantico is a good place to look for this stuff, they are constantly putting stuff on sale. If you have one close by, that's even better.

 

[catatonic]

However, for anyone with a little bit of knowledge, 5.11 pants typically scream "HEY I HAVE A GUN!"

 

[TheGerman]

However, for anyone with a little bit of knowledge, 5.11 pants typically scream "HEY I HAVE A GUN!"

And possibly a fleshlight in the other cargo pocket.

 

[Djstorm100]

How are the regular Vertex pants vs the lightweight ones? Reason I ask is being out in the 90-100 degree heat.

 

[GhengisAhn175]

Storm I'm going to a store today to try on tr original, phantom ops and phantom lt. Will let you jnow

 

[whiskeytower]

I have a couple pair of Khul pants that I really like. Light, cool and pockets everywhere.

 

[GhengisAhn175]

Storm I went to the store today.. Was kinda disappointed with the vertx pants. They do fit
A size smaller (which was expected) but for me they had a baggy look. Not very form fitting or professional.

I tried it side by side with 5.11's and I ended up going with them because price wasn't too bad. Lucked out on a sale..

The 5.11's were nice and form fitting. They lacked the functionality of the vertx though as far as pocket depth, placements.

The vertx pants I tried were the phantom lights and the original. I bought the 5.11 strykers

 

[Djstorm100]

Well that sucks. Look at true spec I find them to be more fitting than 5.11. But then I'm 6'2" 175 pounds wet lol. 5.11 makes me look like I have MC hammer pants on

 

[Ring]

i like these as well... i got 2 free pairs 3 or 4 years ago to test.. love them

Truspec Poly/Cotton Tactical Response Uniform TRU Pants


use then weekly at work, and out shooting

 

[caelumatra]

If only these didnt have those cargo pockets
Attack Pant | KUIU Ultralight Hunting

 

[rmfield]

How are the regular Vertex pants vs the lightweight ones? Reason I ask is being out in the 90-100 degree heat.

I have both. You definitely want the lightweight pants for summer.

 

[hoosierswat]

Mountain Khaki, Alpine Utility or Original Mountain Pant.

 

[tk427]

Vertex or kuhl's

 

[elkhunter21]

I use Woolrich tactical pants so dang comfortable but heavy duty as well

 

[Femadog]

I like the look and comfort of the regular Vertex pants. They don't scream tacticool but I was disappointed with the durability. My wallet wore a whole in the back pocket within 6 months. My regular jeans and 5.11 tac-lites last better than that. Otherwise I prefer them over the 5.11. They are also available through Promotive if you have an account.

 

[Midwest Shooter]

Check out Marmont, Arc'teryx and even Columbia. They make some nice pants designed for various duties, I'm a fan of some of their climbing pants.

 

[charvey9]

I like the condor outdoor pants.