New fjallraven numbers overpriced!?!

[DavidJT]

If were talking tough trousers, I've read on here somewhere that these are the nuts...

http://www.cactusequipment.co.nz/online-shop/mens-pants/wk-supertrousers/72-60

 

[MikeLA]

Demonstrating the versatility of the humble baseball cap, the chap is simply preventing neck burn

burnt ears though

 

[MikeLA]

Time to go back to army lightweights :You_Rock_

 

[rik_uk3]

I'm told its worth trying Dickies at least once in your life

http://www.dickiesstore.co.uk/workwear-trousers/?gclid=CPvr-_D_-LMCFSTLtAodR24ATg

 

[toilet digger]

try these http://www.arborwear.co.uk/Arborwear_Trousers/Original_Tree_Climbers_Trousers
just inherited a pair from the arb lecturer at work..............indestructible.

 

[Nonsuch]

try these http://www.arborwear.co.uk/Arborwear_Trousers/Original_Tree_Climbers_Trousers
just inherited a pair from the arb lecturer at work..............indestructible.

These look good. What size do they come up please? That is, is a 36" waist a normal 36 size you find in the shops, or is it a "real" 36 (more like 37-38 actual waist). Thanks

Fjallraven trousers : nice cut and features, not remotely waterproof even if waxed, seams part, G1000 rips, zip flies break. Not for me. Just as well I don't like football.

 

[toilet digger]

These look good. What size do they come up please? That is, is a 36" waist a normal 36 size you find in the shops, or is it a "real" 36 (more like 37-38 actual waist). Thanks

Fjallraven trousers : nice cut and features, not remotely waterproof even if waxed, seams part, G1000 rips, zip flies break. Not for me. Just as well I don't like football.

its generously sized, the pair i inherited were a 36 waist and a 30 inside leg. i'm 6'2'' and it didn't look like my budgie had died. saying that i'm normally a 34'' inside leg so when i get another pair, i'll get a 32''. they are seriously bombproof; something like 12oz canvas! and at roughly £45 cheap when you think that they will last literally years.

 

[cam_net]

I have the usual selection of surplus trousers, a pair of Harkila, a pair of fjallravren,a Seeland and a couple of pairs of Craghoppers.
I can not afford to replace the Harkila or the fjalraven and have been looking at the Bison bushcraft trousers does anybody have any experience of them?
They seem cheap by comparison and I like the fact they are made here.
In this current financial climate I am more inclined to support home grown companies.
(only Eley .22 subs for me!)

 

[Nonsuch]

its generously sized, the pair i inherited were a 36 waist and a 30 inside leg. i'm 6'2'' and it didn't look like my budgie had died. saying that i'm normally a 34'' inside leg so when i get another pair, i'll get a 32''. they are seriously bombproof; something like 12oz canvas! and at roughly £45 cheap when you think that they will last literally years.

That's great thanks for the info.

 

[sasquatch]

I'm told its worth trying Dickies at least once in your life

http://www.dickiesstore.co.uk/workwear-trousers/?gclid=CPvr-_D_-LMCFSTLtAodR24ATg

Rare but I'm actually going to agree with Rik here. I wear Dickies, Timberland and Carhartt in the woods and Dickies is right up there but way cheaper than Carhartt. They're a nice brown for woodland use as well and cheap as chips at Walmart in Canada...

 

[sandbender]

"...and have been looking at the Bison bushcraft trousers does anybody have any experience of them?
They seem cheap by comparison and I like the fact they are made here..."

Bison Bushcraft Moleskin Trousers

I have a pair of these, they are quite comfy, too warm for me during much of the year, but I'll be digging them out again shortly I think.

A bit more info can be found in "another place" here.

 

[Roger]

Sadly we only have a couple of pairs of 30" waist moleskins left. We simply cannot get them made here in the UK now to a quality and price we'd like. We have been offered overseas manufacture that we have declined so production is on hold until we can find a good UK maker.

 

[Dave]

We have been offered overseas manufacture that we have declined so production is on hold until we can find a good UK maker.

This country seems to be going down the crapper. Paul from SASS told me exactly the same thing. Im more determined than ever to spend my 'hard earned' with small british cottage manufacturers these days. Unfortunately the [incumbent] a*s*h***s in charge believe speculation, rather than actually making stuff is the key to a productive economy

 

[Roger]

This country seems to be going down the crapper. Paul from SASS told me exactly the same thing. Im more determined than ever to spend my 'hard earned' with small british cottage manufacturers these days. Unfortunately the [incumbent] a*s*h***s in charge believe speculation, rather than actually making stuff is the key to a productive economy

Our manufacturing ploicy is to keep it as close to home as possible. I could rant for hours over the trouble we have, mainly it is the price of cheaper competion that has stuff made in bulk overseas. With super wide profit margins for somebody in the food chain.
If I had our trousers made here in the quality and quantity we'd like to they would have to sell for in excess of £160, and that isn't based on traditional profit margins either. As much as they would be worth every penny, most people just couldn't justify that money on trousers. I know I wouldn't as it is the trousers that take the most abuse, barbed wire fences, kneeling down etc.

 

[cam_net]

That is bad news, I was looking forward to buying a pair and I haven't had a 30" waist for a very long time.
The same goes for SASS I had a smock from them that I had for years and it still serves it new owner well.
Money well spent.
Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.

 

[Salix]

Snickers are made by Hultafors, and they last forever, i have a pair, had em 5 years for work..........im a landscaper/tree surgeon so they take a lot of stick.
Haglofs rugged are the nearest "Kit" pants to snickers, i have a pair of those and really like them, but at half the price i think its snickers from now on in..........try Blakladder, another swedish workwear, but hell yeah, indestructible.

 

[fast but dim]

If were talking tough trousers, I've read on here somewhere that these are the nuts...

http://www.cactusequipment.co.nz/online-shop/mens-pants/wk-supertrousers/72-60

I've got the longs and the shorts. I'd be amazed if anyone makes better (tougher) trousers.

if you're on fb look them up:
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...94934978427.495224.18529293426&type=1&theater

 

[Shewie]

I have 3 pairs of Fjallraven trews, one about five years old and the others around 2 years old. The older ones are certainly a heavier weight fabric, or they feel it anyway, both the new pairs have snagged and ripped on the bellow cargo pockets, just caught them in thick brush and rrrrrip. I doubt I'll buy another pair now, I've fallen for my Haglofs Rugged Mountain pants and if they ever wear out, doubtful, I'll look to get another pair.

Those look good, have just been reading through this review.

like I can actually find a retailer in the UK.....

Yet another thing added to my list, thanks Rich!


If you mean the Haglofs, enjoy! https://www.google.co.uk/#q=Haglofs...48712a06a011d6&bpcl=38897761&biw=1280&bih=892

I'm tempted to get a pair of rugged mountain before they are discontinued this year - madness....

I do have a couple of pairs of rugged fjell and they are superb. Haglofs are superb kit, but a little less fire friendly.

Castleberg have reduced the Haglofs down to £109 from £140, and free shipping. I've just bought a second pair and will be putting them into storage until I need them, yes they are that good ...

http://www.castlebergoutdoors.co.uk/acatalog/haglofs-rugged-mountain-pant.html

 

[Dougster]

Many thanks mate, but a little shopping saves a little more:

http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/Rugge...gle&utm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=shopping

 

[Shewie]

Many thanks mate, but a little shopping saves a little more:

http://www.outside.co.uk/shop/Rugge...gle&utm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=shopping

Well spotted, I used some cash from the M.I.L to fund mine so not to worry