The Ultimate Work Pants Torture Test and Showdown!

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Published 2023-03-26
Your work pants are the first line of defense against job hazards. Along with a good pair of work boots, proper work pants are essential. In this video I compare Carhartt, Truewerk, Patagonia, Ben Davis, Duluth Trading Co, 1620 Workwear, and Snickers work pants to help you chose the best pair for your needs.

PANTS IN THIS VIDEO:
-1620 Workwear: bit.ly/3JEn834
-Truewerk T2: bit.ly/3JRZL7Q
-Carhartt B01: bit.ly/3LNHf1u
-Patagonia Iron Forge: bit.ly/3popPLe
-Ben Davis: bit.ly/42DTDXB
-Duluth Trading Co: bit.ly/408TcTr
-Snickers Workwear: bit.ly/3jUjk4P

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Timestamps:
0:00 Torture testing work pants
0:50 The Contenders
3:10 Belt Loop Pull
5:40 Hammer Loop Pull
6:10 Leg Pull
7:48 Puncture Test
9:02 Double knee Puncture Test
9:43 Abrasion Test
10:52 Burn Test
12:55 Final Thoughts

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.
I don't care where it's made as long as it's made well and allows you to own less and own better.

All Comments (21)
  • Please do the same with work jackets next. Cold season workwear is so underlooked by so many channels! Great video as usual!
  • @DarkFire515
    No big surprise for me. The Carhartt pants take a while to break in but they're built like an absolute tank & last for a good long time.
  • I'm not surprised by the Carhartt performance. Many people have talked down about them recently because of some of their company policies, but their quality is still there. I expected the Patagonia's to do better honestly. I have a pair and they are the most comfortable work pants I own. Mine have handled abrasion better than the ones in your test so I found that result interesting. As a subscriber of Project Farm, I appreciate this type of video Carl. I'd love to see more comparisons like this in the future.
  • @xJesseJames33x
    These videos help me so much. I work 60 hours a week and don’t have time to go to the store shopping and trying pants for work. I appreciate all the effort you put into these !! Keep it up 👍 you deserve more subs !!
  • Thanks Mr. M! I have a week's worth of 1620 pants, and I have been pleased with durability. Even single knee pants last a long time. The repair option is cool, too. There are down sides they are warm in summer. Some people will be able to ditch the tool bag...so many cool pockets!
  • @r.h.w.1776
    3 months of wearing my 1620 pants and overalls as a Sawmill operator they are excellent. Fit well, easy to move in, pockets for everything I need. Still look really good after a wash and dry.
  • @markopolo9936
    Would appreciate some more product shoot out style tests like this, great work!
  • @IGmeanwell
    The one thing that I like about the Patagonia workwear line is they will fix any tears or issues for you for free. Granted that means they will be out of commission for a while but it’s a bonus that ties into the cost of the pants. Oddly enough I tried the Eddie Bauer First Ascent Guide work pants and they have proved that to be pretty darn durable for a lightish stretch field pant. They are also pretty wind resistant.
  • @greg_19_red
    Great content. I'm a 1620 guy myself, I totally understand not everyone wants to spend that kind of money, but I admire the quality and value of these other brands. I just put a premium on consistently American made brands.
  • @rickc4317
    Excellent, Carl, thank you! I think sparks on the pants (like from a cutting torch or grinder) done before the flammable test would be a good test, too. Loved the cigar light at the end...LOL!
  • Great video as always Carl! I’m looking Forward to another bib coveralls compare/durability video thanks for the informative videos
  • @benmartin2969
    Excellent job, I can't say it enough that this video was absolutely perfect!!
  • @KVW22
    Another great video. Appreciate all you do, keep up the good work
  • @Gabaghoul0000
    Wow Carl you've really upgraded your editing lately, it feels like a new channel.
  • @ryankelly1846
    In addition to the riggs, wrangler has the atg line now too. A little less heavy duty on most items but better flexibility and breathability. I have a pair I wear for climbing and other sorts of tree work and they've held up very well
  • Would love to see how the Roundhouse double knee duck pants fared to these test. Very interesting video as well!
  • @HelplessTeno
    I love this channel. Just recently found it looking at Dickies/Carthart jacket videos. I'm a huge fan of Duluth pants so this video was perfect.
  • @RECHEATMASTER16
    Thank you for the in depth studies on these different brand work pants. I usually go with Carhartt but I'm thinking of making the switch to Truewerk. This was a great video!