Here’s the list of products reviewed. More details in the video description. Thank you! Levi’s Carpenter: amzn.to/3u1WASp Wrangler Authentics: amzn.to/3nhtjz6 Dickies: amzn.to/3xQlvcF Nautica: amzn.to/3Nl7Sru LEE Carpenter: amzn.to/3OIHLvA Levi 505s: amzn.to/39PnKos Carhartt Carpenter: amzn.to/3Oo9cuX Wrangler Riggs Carpenter: amzn.to/3HRp8U8 Wrangler Riggs Flame Resistant: amzn.to/3HQU078 Lucky: amzn.to/3QQN0v9 George’s Carpenter: Available at WalMart Blue Mountain: Available at Tractor Supply
This channel is what I think people think Consumer Reports is. It’s also information being given away for free and not behind a paywall. I really hope brands watching this pay attention because the results of these tests 100% impact what products I buy and which products I won’t. With money being so tight due to inflation, I’m hypercritical of the products I buy and I always start at Project Farm.
@@rickyanke9407 you do realize he doesn’t choose the ads that appear on his channel right? He chooses to monetize his viewership through ads but he can’t control what those ads are. These aren’t paid sponsorships. Consumer Reports uses an antiquated model and frankly, why would anyone want to pay for a membership to view test results for that when on-par level work is being done here for everyone to consume?
A few years ago I wanted to see what ProjectFarm is about… here I am, not only looking at a meticulous thorough engineering and mechanics genius for tools and the like. Gloves, glasses, jackets, now Jeans!!! I bow down to you sir and thank/appreciate the labor of love you put into “my go to” tech support and info!!! You are under appreciated and under “subscribed”!!!
@@ProjectFarm Todd We have talked before and I love your videos I have told many people about your channel. Yes a part 2 would be epic. The ones I would love to see tested are the canvas /duck/firehose pants like from#1 Carhart canvas my personal favorite are green IE weed eating and lawnmowing debris do not show up as bad#2 dickies they do not seem to last for more than a few weeks anymore and used to be great pants#3deluth trading post fire hose pants #4 berne is a good Walmart canvas pants I know there are a few more decent at north 40 tractor supply the general store and keep up the great videos. Thank you Todd how is the affordable beef going? Have a wonderful day and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Only thing missing from this test was Duluth Trading Co. Expensive, but from what I've experienced, pretty durable. I'd love to see how they ranked against what you tested.
As a belt wearer, my biggest beef with any jeans is the lack of belt loops along the back of the pants. I hate it when my waistband slips below my belt. Regardless of the other features I’ll only buy jeans with at least 3 belt loops in the back, like Carhartt.
I'll give you a pro-tip. Wear suspenders. Pants not only don't fall down, the space you can leave by not cinching your belt tight will actually keep you much cooler because air can move up the legs and out the waist. Also your undies don't get twisted around as much.
Love my Duluths for many reasons. One being that they have 7 belt loops with the back one being 5” long. Never had accidental ass crack wearing these ones.
If I ever see any products with the words "tested and approved by Project Farm" then I would buy that product 10 out of 10 times! Easily one of the best UA-cam channels ever. Thank you for every test!
How would you know it is true and not false advertisement? If that ever would happen, you would want confirmation or debunk from him at least. Objectively speaking.
@@ChristofferOrrmalmUtsi if you have ever viewed his testing procedures you could not question it. Can you come up with a better method???👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻😤🤮sounds like sour grapes to me.
Based on these results I went to Tractor Supply and bought a pair of the Blue Mountain jeans. I was pleasantly surprised when they rang up at $9.99! Can't beat that with a stick!
If they fit right, there as good as anything else twice or 10x the price. At some point in time decades ago, if you bought cheap jeans you got jeans that didn't last and were lightweight, and the more expensive Levi....etc jeans lasted alot longer because they were heavier. However now they are all cheap and from recyclables, a consumer is just paying more for a brand name with no other advantage.
Based on both the test results and comparative cost, Blue Mountain jeans seem like a very good value for money option. And $9.99 is indeed a very good deal!
Can we take a second to appreciate how much thought had to go into the order of these tests to not invalidate results of later tests by the wear of the earlier ones? A good video as always!
I would love to see a round 2. Your tests are more robust than the manufacturer, depicting real world wear and tear. I love your videos and look forward to them each week. Thank you for the Great content!
These are the kind of reviews and comparisons I love. Factual data, identical tests, no price or brand bias. I have yet to see a video I didn't trust the results of
To quote from Dragnet: "Just the facts, ma'am." Years ago, when Sears was Sears, I recall that they switched their catalog to doing just that. Giving us what we nowadays call the speeds and feeds of their stuff.
Ever since I discovered the Wrangler Riggs, I've worn nothing else. I love the wear resistance and I love the fit. They fit my body type perfectly and are super comfortable, especially after a few washes. I've never been disappointed.
I've noticed mine wearing out sooner. They have been my go to for a few years now. I question the use of fabric softeners and the frequency of washes. I also have been using the colored fabric Riggs from Rural King not the standard "blue" jean material. I'm only noting these differences to acknowledge the differences.
I've used Lee for a long time even and have always had a durability beyond levi's, uniform or chevignon. Neither of these last two justifies the value. Once again your channel demonstrates that quality is not more expensive sign. Thank you
I remember a time when new jeans were so stiff, we had to wash 'em several times before they were even close to being comfortable and they were tough. They lasted a long time and most people put patches on 'em when a hole developed. Levi's were one of the most popular at that time. Boy have Levi's gone down hill. Greed ruins everything. Thanks for this video. I'm buying Wranglers the next time I shop for jeans.
I'm with you all the way except for the Wrangler part. Mostly been buying Wrangler & Levi but they both rip after 5-9 months. Just tried Rustler but they only lasted 3 months before the crotch tore. I can't believe the poor quality anymore.
Those jeans were made with a different weave and with no elastic/poly added. If you want similar jeans now a days you actually do have to go into the spendy side and find "selvedge denim" jeans. Like you many people who buy these wanted the durability of the older style jeans, but now it's a bit of a fashion thing as well. Some of the best selvedge denim comes from Japan now from when they fell in love with Americana with jeans being one of the biggest icons. Edit: what's funny is the jeans we have today were developed because people preferred the more comfortable ones over the old stiff kind, if they knew it would result in such a big hit to durability I don't know if things would have turned out the same way.
@@Ajaxykins I'm sure some of it has got to do with the weight of the fabric as well. Older jeans probably used heavier fabrics, which are more durable than the light(er) fabrics that are more widespread today.
Definitely will be buying the wrangler rigs when I wear this round out. Every brand I have bought so far has the back pocket as rip leaving them useless. Thanks for doing this test and many more.
This comment is very important, because it shows that not all attributes are equally valuable. This person like back pocket strength. I might not care about hammer loop strength.
You might want to go ahead and get them and keep them on hand. Often if you wait, companies either quit making the product, or modify it so it is no longer good quality. There is the possibility that someone will make something better in the future, but don't count on it.
@debluetailfly Good point. Or with the way things are going, our country's infrastructure might lead to company shutdowns or jeans being sold out, or becoming too expensive to be worth it.
Number of belt loops should have been a consideration, for belt wearers. For example Lee normally has 7 loops mostly evenly spaced whereas brands like LevNautica, Calvin Klein are all fashion brands, not serious work brands as they only have 5 and are oddly spaced and very impractical. To each their own.
7 belt loops should be mandatory, and some brands only give 7 loops for size 34 & above = Not Cool AND MAKE THE ZIPPER LONGER!! TO AVOID A KINK IN THE PLUMBING.!..GEEZ -- I hope the Corporate BUYERS read these reviews Also, would be nice to see Duluth Firehose (short zipper-->should be longer) pants comparison and Red Kap And Carhartt has "Ripstop" Cargo pants
Absolutely a round 2 is needed. Appreciate the level of testing you do Todd. Your channel has helped makes some of my purchasing decisions. Best on youtube hands down!
Perhaps Round 2 could be non-bluejean work pants like duluth firehose pants. That's what I use when trotting around the cactus and thornbushes, but I'd be interested in seeing other materials.
I can never get over how great your channel is. The thoughtfulness and overall quality is fantastic. Also the fact that they are extremely educational. Absolutely love it.
I have jeans that are made in China that I bought from Walmart for as low as $6 about 30 years ago and I still have them and they are still in good shape, but I find it extremely suspicious that out of the hundreds of jeans that are made in China he chose to test the most expensive one that he could find to defame “Made in China” products. One thing I find consistent among the “non-biased” crowd is their consistent hatred of anything that is “Made in China!” These days it’s extremely hard to find any Americans that aren’t an anti-China propagandist! “When we want to go to war with someone we invent the reasons,” said Lawrence Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff to Colon Powell. Is it a wonder out of the US’s 246 years of history the USA has been in a war with other countries in all of those 246 years except for 14 years? Furthermore, if we include the Civil War and the numerous wars that the US has been with native Americans there isn’t a single year that the US isn’t at war! All of these wars were started with the massive propaganda campaign and the demonization of the others (The majority of which are non-Whites) just like the ones we have been launching against China, but once we dig deeper into the matter it always reveals the US is the troublemaker, the one that caused the war to happen!
@@grandwonder5858 I feel as though you would have also been bothered if he bought the cheapest pair, or just a middle of the line pair; it seems you are going out of your way to be upset!
They're both awesome! Wranglers are made for Cowboys with a square butt and Let's say you're going to a country themed event or you are actually out in the country and you're from the city never be afraid to put yourself in a good pair of Lee's or Wranglers! Don't be self-conscious Ain't no one going to fault you for slapping a pair of American classics on your rear end.........Now there's so many types of Levi's but there is one for you It just depends on whether you have a long or short waist or wear boots But you must take into account most Levi's are for people with a rounded dairy airYou feel pardon my French..... I personally love the classic 501 shrink to fits. My dad was always a zipper manand the beauty of 501 or zip up blue jeans by Levi's they fade so evenly into the softest material ever.
Yep. For calf, thigh and pocket space (and thanksgiving week) I like to buy jeans a tad over-sized, and cinch with a belt, but the caboose on some make me look like I took a dump.
@@Melicoy If you look a little closer at the chart you will see they are on there at 74 which was the most breathable. He did mislabel the price on that chart but give him a break!
I also would like a round 2. When I was in boy scouts they taught us how to make jeans into a floating device by tying the pant legs and wearing like a life vest. They called this the Dolly Parton. They held air much better when wet.
Thanks Todd! You're truly a national treasure! It'd suit me fine if they abolished the CPSC & just let you take over the testing of products! I'd trust your findings far more than anyone else.
@@ProjectFarm very welcome sir. Take a portion of that there dinero & buy cousin eddy some meat to go in his hamburger helper 😂 he's looking a little famished
I wouldn’t want to go against this guy in a highschool science fair. He develops good tests and performs them on a wide verity of products. Love this channel.
This vid is timed perfectly for me. I recently lost about 20 pounds and need some new jeans. I've been paying about $60 for jeans for years now, and I'm glad that I can save some money buying Wrangler Carpenter jeans. Thanks so much for this vid. The effort, detail, and thought you put into your testing is the reason that your channel is one of the few that I have set to notify me of all vids.
@@TheZoenGaming 👍 good for you, same here. I've come to realize there's fewer days ahead than behind so I'd like the days ahead to at least be enjoyable. I run the Wrangler cargo pants for a daily uniform & I'm out doing some pretty heavy stuff. They wear like iron. I don't think you can go wrong with them.
Waist sizes have gotten way out of kilter. Maybe the manufacturers are trying to keep Fat Americans (most of us) in happy denial.... But what used to be an actual 32 inch waist, now needs suspenders, or you'll have to work with one hand holding up your pants. Everyone remains delusional, as we transition to a Nation of handicaps, where everyone over fifty is riding an electric fat cart.
As a Costco shopper, I would like it if you could include Kirkland Signature products in your tests. They make many of the things you have examined in the past and they are very popular. I also would be interested in testing paper towels and toilet paper in the future. Thanks for the videos.
agree，Costco Kirkland Signature Jean is very common and only about $12-14. would like to get idea how it compares to others. Would be great to compare some casual jeans, not the ones having hammer loop, and extra tool pockets.
I came to the comments to say this exactly. I love when he includes Kirkland Sig products and I personally love my Kirkland jeans, never shown any wear.
I really liked excluding subjective measurements from the numerical rating! I would also still like to hear your classic "best value" vs "best overall" that you often did previously including the subjective feelings though.
That's why I love this channel. You keep doing videos I didn't know I needed to see. I'll have to give those Wrangler Riggs a try, next time I'm buying jeans. A comparison of the various fire hose/canvas work pants would be another I'd happily sit through. Currently a Duluth Trading Company fan but I'm open to trying something else based on your testing. You've got the best test channel on UA-cam!
I’ve been wearing Levi’s for years and they’ve definitely gotten progressively worse over the last 25 years or so. When I started wearing them they were the only jeans that would hold up working in the sawmill. I don’t think they would anymore.
I stopped wearing Levi’s when the company got political. Wrangler cowboy cut are all I wear now, and they hold up great to everything I do, from working in the sawmill to cutting firewood in the mountains.
Wind blocking is actually an important feature when you are trying to keep construction dust away from your skin. By that measure, Lee, Carhartt, and Nautical were 1,2, and 3.
I was thinking the same thing about dust and dirt in general. That test could go either way depending upon your intended use -- breathable for comfort, closed for protection.
@@BB-1990 Ever heard of material weaving and the different types of knits or way material is weaved together to make it stronger or to block elements regardless of what the person is wearing underneath?
I've been in construct for 30 years. Never worried about dust other than keeping it out of my eyes and not breathing in any more than I have to. Some are allergic to wood dust but I'd find another job if that was a factor.
Isn't this channel so clutch? I come back to PF's product comparisons so much when I'm out looking for various things to buy. I really like that he doesn't take payment for his study or opinions as well.
Oh my gosh! finally! I have been needing a video like this! Our jeans fail so fast and I was considering expensive jeans thinking they would hold up better. You saved my wallet and I'm very impressed and thankful for this video
Thanks! Fantastic! You were born for this job. Everything is described to the smallest detail, but without wasting time on trifles around. Everything is tested and described in a very efficient and effective way, and the methods are really ingenious. I had already asked myself several times which are the best jeans in relation to quality and price to use at work. I've used models ranging from €20 to €170 and the best result has never been based on price. I currently use Dewalt Pro Tradesman most of the time. I would also like to see a test done by you with this kind of pants! Hugs from Portugal, and thank you so much for your fantastic work!
@@ProjectFarm 🙌🏼 I also thank you for your fantastic videos, and also for your kindness in always giving a nice word in the comments! And I liked that I saw the subtle touch when you presented one of the following jeans models from the comparison you were wearing the previous model! I hope I have made myself understood because of my poor English. But I thought it was fantastic! I really like your videos. Come the next videos. Have a great day and a big thank you from Portugal.
This was absolutely amazing. I would be very interested in the testing of more jeans. I like the inclusion of subjective criteria, but maybe you should illustrate that point a little more by (for example) showing the best and worst fabrics and maybe pointing at flaws in the fit. I absolutely love your tests, please continue doing this
Problem here, You can but a pair of jeans from the retail store and a pair online and not only do they fit differently, but they are made in different factories in a different part of the world.
Man, I found your channel a couple years ago, and one thing I've learned is that I can always count on you to consistently deliver truly high quality content. Thank you for that. Furthermore, it would be absolutely wasteful, prohibitively expense, and simply too time consuming for us viewers to conduct these tests that you do for us. It's one thing to read a review, but there is a vast chasm between taking some random persons word about a product versus actually seeing the tests being conducted and the results displayed in a rank order fashion. Top quality work, sir. Thank you again. Please keep doing what you do. I hope you gain much success from these endeavors.
I never knew how badly I needed this kind of a showdown. Please, Sir, more of this. The enthusiasm of your voice over is infectious and enjoyable. I look forward to Sundays.
One thing I'd love to see added, is putting all of these jeans into a tumbler (like a dryer) for 100 hours. Really let them get roughed up. Then retest some of the tests to see which hold up after extended "use"
I think this is a great idea to include in the next test, also testing the abrasion resistance of the jeans against themselves as my thighs often rub a hole in the crotch area after extended wear.
My first pair of Levis in 1966 stood up by themselves when I took them off. They took years to fade and then faded beautifully. Later levis always went at the crotch and the knees. A Levi jacket back then was a jacket for life!
Only japan makes the best denim jn the world and bought out all the old narrow shuttle lumes and Japanese own 70 percent of all vintage levis! And Japanese selvedge denim is the toughest shiz on the planet You can even find 42oz denim lol literally armour
Yes, that's why l tend to buy my denim out of vintage stores........the denim, is much thicker and robust. All the major brands today: tend to use thinner denim compared to yesteryear.
@@CocoKoi321 may want to check out Hardenco (hartford denim company) and other small manufacturers. I live very close to them and wasn't aware of them until somewhat recently.
I've been wearing blue mountain from tsc for years. I have their carpenter jeans, and tons of their utility pants. They always fit perfect, the utility pants don't hold up as well to my line of work but they cheap and my wife just keeps fixing them. Schmidt from tsc also makes awesome winter coats and work boots that are WAY cheaper and quality.
Some people from Levi's came up my school about 35 years ago very proud about their tradition and the heavyweight materials they used. Too bad they've gone cheap since then.
@@bryanbiltoft8141 And they are now a corporate naming rights john for the stadium they slapped their name on. (Of course, after paying whatever amount of $$$ for the right).
I love how your channel has evolved. No nonsense, real world results and relevant testing. You sir, are a scientist. It is wonderful to watch you hone your skills. Thank you for sharing.
I'm a pro handyman and wear Wrangler Riggs after having found them at Rural King a couple of years ago. It's good to see quantified results corroborating what I concluded by literal seat-of-the-pants experience: they're solid. A little pricey compared to some alternatives, but they fit right and take a LOT of abuse and ultimately, in my estimation, deliver the best value for the money.
When Rural King had their own brand years ago, they were eight dollar jeans that held up, and fit well. But they couldn't leave them alone. When companies who are already employing foreign businesses, to do their work, seek cheaper and cheaper sources, the product, no longer holds quality. Levi's were the first Jean company, used the rivets, hemp thread, and had the button fly. There are still survivors from the 1800's, about forty years before belt loops. They may have kept the fit, but I don't know if mules can't tear them apart anymore?
I wore Wrangler Riggs for years while doing technical theater, including set construction. They held up very well for me. Now that I do something else, I wear Lee jeans and they last for years for me.
I have been wearing Lucky jeans for about 5 years now and imo, probably the most comfortable I have ever worn. They are my going out jean and my daily wearing jean. No tears, no stains, and still look brand new.
Something that would've been interesting, speaking for a sewing point of view, would be if you counted the number of stitches per inch and seeing if a higher number would equal better performance in terms of wear and tear. Especially when testing the breaking point of the pockets, etc.
@@ProjectFarm On stitching, factors would be material of the thread itself and how strong a length of tnread on its own is and the type of stitching, and related to that, the type of seam. The inside part of the pockets is known as the pocket bag.
@@naturaljoe759 It is simpler than that, it's ounces per square yard (from a roll of denim fabric). There are different weaves, so a yarn of a certain weight could potentially be thicker or thinner depending on the weave.
Fantastic! Not gonna lie, totally didn’t expect this or even think of it as a possible idea, but I would LOVE to see more. Jeans are probably one of the most commonly used/worn things, and knowing which brand can hold up to the abuse is always excellent.
I bought several pairs of George brand black and blue jeans from Walmart. They all were only $10 to $12 a pair. I’ve had them over a year and I wash them weekly. I use cold water, but still even after a year they still look pretty much brand new. Even the black jeans are as dark as the day I bought them and haven’t faded a bit. Great jeans for a great price if you ask me!!
Yes, Kid..thanks for the comment..you've encouraged mine. In SO MANY product areas...Walmart offers incredible VALUE. This is off Jeans topic...but I recently noticed Walmart offering their BlackMax self propelled lawnmowers with a heavy poly Lifetime Warrantied deck (with Briggs Stratton engines) at $450. Outside of the electric mowers..only Honda has offered such a deck..on their most expensive $700 mowers.
Bought 4 pairs of those $10.00 George black jeans for work. I also wash them immediately after wear. I work in a heavy truck manufacturing plant as a builder/assembler and they get really dirty each day and have held up very well. I don't care for the fit so much but I got them to abuse. No matter what brand of jeans I buy, the grease my employer uses will stain any fabric on first contact and the stain will NOT BE REMOVED by any detergent on the market so far. Like those George jeans just wish they fit like the Wranglers.
Man, I'm a french guy, lost in some little island (Reunion Island) but god, I love to watch your videos: even if you review some products I'll never use, I love how you put a lot of efforts in testing FAIRLY and adequately the products. Some guys would have a biased opinion, but you stay straight! You're doing a better job taht some big companies, you try to do the stuff scientifically! Keep up the good work, and thanks, a lot !
I was Carhartt guy, about 10 years ago I switched to Wrangler Riggs because they are way more durable but I get the canvas cross stitched stuff they make it's basically bulletproof cheaper than Carhartt - Carhartt's junk now.
Same, I've been a fan of Wrangler, and Rustler(when i was broke, and needed basic black jeans for work) since my teens(now in my early 40's), and while I've strayed a few times over the years to try other brands nothing holds up, or fits like Wrangler/Rustler for the money be it full length jeans, jean shorts, khaki pants/shorts, or camo pants/shorts, but I'm sad Walmart stopped carrying the Wrangler flex series, and I now have to go onto Amazon, and order the Wrangler Authentics which are a 1/2 step down with a different waist band, and more expensive, but at least being a short guy I can find them in 32x29 so I don't have to roll them up so much, and of which I've not seen in almost any other brand. So i will be buying Wranglers for years to come.
By far one of the most useful testing videos you have done. I don't know anyone who doesn't wear jeans, so another round to cover more brands would be a hit IMO!
The level of detail is superb! This is next level “Consumers Report”. Hope to see same level of detail in testing cars, appliances and etc. Well done !
So CR doesn't use data to come to their conclusions? Pretty sure they do. In fact they explain exactly what and how they use data for the results of each test. And if you don't like the results, don't buy the top brands, buy the ones on the bottom. Problem solved.
@@rickyanke9407 the problem with consumer reports is that they favor the jack of all traders master of none. Project farm usually says if you want x results use this and its not always x brand is superior to every other brand.
For round two, try and get a pair that are dynema blend, generally aimed at motorcycle protection wear than work and going to be the most expensive by a lot, but they should be lighter, stronger, with far better cut and abrasion resistance. Apparently dynema blend even feels cool from the high thermal conductivity of dynema.
@@SentinalhMC I've really been thinking about ordering some dynema cut protection gloves. They should offer some of the most protection for the thickness which hopefully means keeping enough dexterity to actually use them. It's also found it's way into the naval world in ropes and sails, and ultralight backpacking gear.
Great video as always, I needed a new pair myself for work and this will definitely influence my decision. On the charts with the data, I noticed the $99 dollar Lucky brand was listed as $35 instead. Thanks for all the extensive testing!
Lucky makes jeans in several different countries. I'm guessing that the $35 is correct since they're from china which tends to be less expensive. I've seen similar ones at costco for around that price.
This was very informative and quite comprehensive. You may have excluded them because a membership is required to purchase them, but I like the quality and value of Sam's Club Member's Mark jeans (about $12). . . and if I'm remembering correctly, Costco's Kirkland brand jeans are an equally good value. If you do another round of tests, I'd suggest including both of those. Thanks for your great work.
Being a welder, flame resistance is a factor that I consider. Cotton is one of the least flammable fibers available, and it's natural. Flax is another, and is often used for welder's tarps. Thanks for this information, Todd. It's most valuable. Could I suggest a test of welder's tarps?
Another advantage to cotton is that it doesn't melt. Our pilots (USAF) were told to wear cotton underwear. If they were in a fire they would't have nylon or other stuff melted and stuck to them.
I gotta say, this is the most real life practical clothing review I have ever seen! I'd definitely be interested in a round 2, and also maybe different brands of mechanic's clothes as well.
I switched away from Levis years ago, after they started making their jeans from much thinner and cheaper seeming denim, I wanted durability and longevity from my jeans. I discovered that LL Bean makes jeans very comparable to what Levis used to be. I also discovered Duluth Trading jeans are made from thicker material and have reinforced areas (using fire hose fabric). I would like to see you test these products against other durable products. I haven't bought jeans other than Duluth or LL Bean for over a decade (and I have worn out only one pair).
@@johnjaco5544 Yep I'm a believer in the idea that spending more is often a better value, but that just isn't the case with jeans today as in most cases you pay for the name and/or style and not the quality. There are some exceptions but Levi's are pretty much all junk.
Excellent comparison as usual. A little unrelated to the jeans in this test but I'd like to pass this thought along. Costco Kirkland blue jeans sell for 12.99 regular price each and every day here in NY. The quality vs low price is way better than they have any right to be.
I absolutely agree. I've been buying them for many years. A couple of months ago they were on sale for $9.99, About every five years they used to have a batch that came in black and I'd buy a stack of them. I'm down to only two pair and wishing they'd hurry up with the black ones again.
I find the ingenious testing rigs you devise as much or more interesting than the final test results. Never used the hammer loop as I prefer a belt one but good test for those that do use it.
"It often happens after I test products that I discover there are far better products than the ones I've been buying." THAT is why I watch your channel. No BS, no favored brands, just the facts. Keep up the great work!
There's nothing Project Farm can't TEST! So glad you did a pocket test amongst the many other important tests! I seem to blow out inside pockets a lot. Thanks for the hard work and results every video!
Thank you, love your reviews. I would like a kitchen knife review. You are the only one who provides a perfectly objective review. Please include both super cheap and super expensive, as you did here. If you explain the differences in type of metal used that would be great.
I can't tell you how many times I've snagged a pocket (especially a coat pocket) on something and tore a hole so I appreciate that test. It looks like the Blue Mountain or the Dickies wouldn't exactly save my life if I was hanging over a cliff, but still impressive at 138 lbs.
@@vintage-red-carpetmasonic-38 I wore only Lucky Brand store bought jeans in the 2000s, and they are not the same as the Lucky jeans sold at Sam's Club. Sam's Club "Lucky Brand" jeans are relabeled cheap jeans. I have a feeling that all the charts say "$35" for the Lucky's because they were bought at Sam's Club for $35, but are listed on the Lucky site at $99, but are not the same jeans. (And I'm not defending the Lucky jeans... I haven't gotten to ANY of the results yet. My 20+ pairs of $100+ Lucky jeans were not known for their durability.)
I absolutely love that you did this... especially adding the sizing correctness comparison. One suggestion would be to try to simulate how fast the jeans might wear out. Possibly a bunch of wash and dry cycles...or maybe putting them in an old dryer with some rocks or something to simulate wear and getting run through the dryer.
I think work coveralls would be a great video, there’s alot of different brands and prices and you can’t be too sure of the quality and value of each. Love all your videos thank you for your work.
This is definitely a welcome addition to the reviewed products! I don't think anyone has ever done an objective testing of jeans or work apparel like this. Would love to see similar testing of work jackets (like Carhartt), work pants, and even raingear someday! I knew I liked my Wrangler Authentics for a reason lol To me, they're the most comfortable jeans I've owned, roomy in the thigh and seat for folks who lift, and their bit of stretch built in is super nice. For $24, hard to go wrong. Makes me want to try those Wrangler Riggs though
Cost is one of my biggest considerations when purchasing jeans because I typically run through a pair every 2 months (rough work environment). Costco Kirkland jeans have been some of the most effective in terms of price and quality. I would like to see how they compare to the Tractor Supply Blue Mountain jeans.
try buying a pair of "tin pants". they're not actually made from tin but they look like a coffee w/ cream color pair of pants and they're extremely durable. They cost around $200+ but it's supposed to be worth it.
Ariat work jeans are absolutely amazing in my opinion. And every pair is sized right. By that i mean if you order 3 pair. They will all fit the same Vs. Levi, or what ever other brand where you can order 3 exact pair, and every single one will fit different
One of my largest concerns when it comes to jeans is how they rub when I'm sweaty. I sometimes have to buy jeans that are less cost effective because they don't chafe as bad. Rather than do a subjective rating on how soft they are when dry, you could do something where you tested the friction on a skin-like surface when damp. That would be a field I would very much like to see.
I would think similar to the sand paper test just with silicone instead of sandpaper. Use a scale to pull them across. This is the reason I dont wear jeans... Chaffing and sweating
Never had that problem but my thighs don't rub together. And I'm a woman. When backpacking with men, some of them wore compression shorts under their pants to deal with chafing. You can use preparation H on feet to help prevent blisters. Blisters are caused by three things, Heat, Friction and Moisture. If you can eliminate one of those, no blister. I Wore 2 pair of socks to deal with the friction since I can't do anything about heat or moisture. If it's about hair, you could try removing hair where it chafes.
Those blue mountain jeans are awesome. You can get them on sale for $13.99 pretty often and I've seen them as low as 8.99. They last me about a year in my rotation, especially if I add knee patches. Not bad for the price
An interesting comparison would be your high end “work” pants made by companies like Duluth (fire hose etc.) vs. the tougher brands you tested here (Wrangler Riggs). At $100+ for some of these pants the difference better be substantial. Thanks for continuing to show unbiased product testing!!!
Yes please! I've been wearing Tyndale for years and have always wondered how they compared with Ariat. While I didn't expect to see Tyndale in this comparison, I was quite surprised that Ariat wasn't included.
I use Duluthflex fire hose work pants exclusively as they are comfortable and seem to be reasonably durable. I would love to see them compared to other work pants of a similar type! Great video with some great information!
Considering you can buy 3-4 pairs of cheap jeans to one pair of premium brand they better be at least 3x better for it to be worth it IMO. I cut the middle of the road spent like 50-60 on a pair I just got some 511 jeans I've been very happy with them so far. Little more roomy than some other brands but I like that they have flex in them. Little bit of spandex woven in
I 💯 agree with more testing on everyday clothes for tradesman. Specifically atlas 46, double knee carharts, and Duluth. I could never pull the trigger on such expensive pants if the cost to own a pair lasts just as long. Same thing with boots. Tried em all except the really expensive repairable boots over 3-400. All don’t last more than a year for me.
I have made the change to the expensive jk custom made work boots. Yes the cost a lot more then mass production boots. But not only do you get a boot built to your foot that is rebuildable, but you literally get twice the boot as many other brands to start with. Soles twice as thick, leather twice as thick.
@@natepeterson7145 unfortunately I've owned three Timberland boots and I murdered them all in less than 3 months. I spray the sewers with pesticide which means using my feet to kick the manhole lid hook and walking on hot Arizona asphalt and desert terrain. I think it's the heat that causes the sole to wear out so quick. Best I could find between cost and durability is these 80 dollar sketchers boots... they last about 6 months. I even killed my slightly worn Redwings in only 7 months... 250 bucks gone just like that. My job is really hard on boots. If I push my luck then I burn the bottom of my feet or have thorns from cacti and trees or rocks push through the soles and impale me. The whitethorn acacia is brutal. 3" long thorns that are tougher than toothpicks. Had one of those go in my heel. I've learned to put newee boots on when I have days where I have to trek the desert. Wish I could find a pair that would at least last a year.
Been using the same Dickies steel toe work boots for the past 3 years. Worked in them in all weather conditions, put them through their paces in general and they only started to get that broken in feel this year. Even though they're made in China, they've held up surprisingly well.
I have used the Dickies jeans as work jeans for years, and can confirm that they’re tanks for the price. I tend to wear other brands for “dressing up”, whatever that means when it comes to jeans. But for working around the house, or when I had jobs that required long pants and lots of manual labor, I always got Dickies if I could.
I am a Dickies fan as well. I only wear Dickies double knee jeans now and for roughly the last ten years. The last time I bought some I found them on sale for twenty bucks a pair. Bought 3 pair at that time (about a year ago) and wont need more for another year at least. I abuse my jeans pretty badly so even with Dickies I only get a couple years out of a pair. Typically I wear through at the bottom of the pocket when my keys poke through the pocket and the denim abrades away at the same point. Occasionally I have gotten a catastrophic tear in my Dickies within days of first wearing them. This is typically the result of catching the jeans on something pointy...
@@beammeupscotty1955 I had the same 2 pairs of double knee Dickies for 3 years working at taco bell. The only mark on them was from my motorcycle melting the pant leg a little.
Same, switched to dickies double knee after running carhartt double knees for years. Work in construction so usually buy a dozen pairs a year. They were good but when I went to buy my new shopping cart full I see they have changed leg pocket style and even to my old worn out see through ones a new pair just feels light and cheap. Might go back to carhartt now. Once you go double knee, there is no going back.
I never went back to 100% cotton after discovering jeans with 1% spandex. That 1% makes sitting/ moving around so much better especially when working on my truck. Regular jeans now feel so restrictive. If they tear, i just goto Ross or Marshalls and get another pair for $12.
The 1% spandex are total junk!!! Get a small nick in the material and they will unravel at an amazing rate. If you want jeans that will fall apart quickly, get the 1% spandex. I have to order 100% cotton jeans on the internet.
Yeah but I had a pair of 100% cotton jeans from the 1980s, that lasted over 30 years before finally getting a small hole in the knee. Now I have to buy jeans with Spandex, which always start tearing after about 2 years.
@@cyclaunch2251 Hmm, I always thought you should change your clothes completely twice per year LUL Wearing the same for 2+ years is something very weird.
Great stuff! I would like to see Levi 501 included in the next video. Also, belt loop tests would be helpful. Also, most jeans don't fail catastrophically but wear out over time. Adding a test where the jeans are washed and dried multiple times (like 20 or 30 which could be a normal life cycle for clothing) and then weighing them again to see how much material was lost to the lint trap, measuring for continued shrinkage, a comparison of before and after to measure color fastness, and an obviously subjective evaluation of the seams to determine how they stand up to normal wear and tear of washing / drying.
If you do this, Todd, please use a top-loading washer if you can! Top-loaders cause significantly more wear and tear on clothing - up to ten times more! - due to the extra abrasion caused by back-and-forth agitation.
@@Ea-Nasir_Copper_Co Really? Never heard that! Got a reference for it? I have never liked front loading washers because they tend to be more of a pain to load and unload for me, plus there's mold/mildew concerns. But if there's really that big of a difference I might reconsider.
501's are just 505 with a button fly as far as I understand. The bigger question with Levi's is how a quality denim like cone holds up compared to the more elasticy versions typically found in most brands including most Levi's
Some berber carpet would be a good indicator for wear as using sandpaper allows a granule to snag a twill and rip it, the carpet would indicate more wear IMO.
Great video as always. I have been using Blue Mountain pants not the jeans for over 7 years now. I have a lawn care business and I get over 1 year of heavy use with no problems. The only issue I ran into as with other pants and jeans if pressure washing and get bleach on them a hole will develop with in a week. Now the best little tip, Get your Blue Mountain pants and jeans from Tractor Supply on Black Friday. Most of the time on sale for $9.00 a pair. Another testing I would like to see, UV protection shirts. I use Columbia Men's PFG Terminal Tackle UPF 50 Long Sleeve Fishing Shirts working in the sun all day.
I have worn Wrangler jeans pretty much my entire life. Always knew they were pretty reliable. They have lasted me through a lot of tough times. I don't mind them being a bit stiff when new. They soften up over time. Maybe an episode about "PAINT BRUSHES?" 😁
Same here, always Wranglers 13mwz's. They just fit my body good. One thing I noticed, and I don't know the facts, but the Walmart 13mwz's ($15'ish) are lighter in weight than say Coastal 13mwz's ($25'ish) and don't appear to be the same quality.
I've picked up Tractor Supply jeans for $10 on more than one occasion, and while they're not much for style, they do last, which is fine for construction work.
I really appreciate your ingenuity in creating a testing methodology for every product using the practical resources available. I am certain it is not easy. I am definitely interested in a part two and even a running series. I am most curious about "Tactical" trousers and also hiking pants as well.
I automatically dismiss anything labeled "tactical" as marketing hype trying to appeal to mall-cop wanna-be "operators". Would be interesting to see if some of them are actually legitimate products. I may have to look again.
I too would love to see some popular tactical/tacticool products such as 5.11 and Crye included. Such a round of comparison would particularly warrant abrasion and all-weather testing. Despite what they're marketed for, I suspect (and in some cases know from experience) that "tactical" gear is often well-suited to hard use around the yard and shop.
I'm looking forward to a round 2. I feel there are different grades of denim found in Levi's and wranglers dependant upon the shade or how dark the color is. I have also experienced that these brands have a value line and a heavy duty line dependent upon the store
Definitely different grades of denim, but good luck figuring out which is which. I bought their "premium" line and it was stiffer, fit worse, and wore out quicker than their normal line... They're made in so many different factories and sweatshops around the world i think the quality depends on the factory and the shift working...
Since I destroy close with a quickness I started buying second hand pants at thrift shops. I hate buying a new pair of pants and knowing that within a week or two they are destroyed. It gets expensive. This is a pretty cool video, always wondered how durable different pants are. Keep up the great work Mr. ProjectFarm Dude!
for some reason, all the stores near me usually have brand new Dickies pants and coveralls with original tags on the racks. These beige colored wrangler denim jeans are usually at one of the stores also...also new with tags..
This was a great showdown. Would love to see round 2 with the inclusion of Ariat FR jeans, they’re very popular in the Oil and Gas industry. It would also be interesting to see uniform brand jeans/work pants compared as well such as Cintas, Aramark, unifirst, etc
Excellent, as always. I stopped wearing jeans many years ago as I felt that they were hot and uncomfortable while working on my knees under houses (HVAC). Loose denim can bunch into folds behind your knees and become uncomfortable or even painful. I switched to standard Dickies work pants and have worn them ever since, even when not at work, but it appears from these tests that the looser weave of denim might actually be cooler in many situations. The "0" air flow materials in this lineup would be very sweaty and uncomfortable in my humid climate, though I find regular Dickies pants to be cooler than jeans.
Another great set of tests! The graphs list the Lucky brand as costing $35 instead of $99, but you mention their expensiveness enough times that I don't think it'll confuse anyone.
You can find them routinely at tjmaxx or Marshall's for around that 35 dollar price. I've got a pair on clearance as Dillard's as well in the same range. The original price is closer to the 100 range but why spend it if you don't have to, especially if they're just to destroy them.
Excellent video!!!! And yes, when you do this again you must include the classic $10 Rural King jeans! Carpenter version is a couple bucks more, but I just bought some more and really like them. They are non-washed, so they do require washing or else your laundry may turn slightly blue. Please test these as well and thanks again for excellent and scientific tests!!!!
I worked for 30 years in carpentry, and only knew one carpenter who wore "carpenter's" jeans. Those hammer loops are positioned so that a hammer handle will, if you're moving around at all, whack that little bump on the low outside part of your knee. On the few occasions I have bought "carpenter's" jeans, I have cut off the hammer loop immediately. Get a nail apron, and a hammer holster that goes on your belt.
@@audiobooks636 -- Normal anatomy isn't a lack of professionalism. After a moment's thought, I wonder how the hammer loop evolved historically. Perhaps it was designed as an amenity by someone who didn't test it, or someone thought it would be helpful for just occasional use. What comes to mind is a farmer carrying a few tools and maybe a couple of boards out to mend a fence. But for all day use, the knee-banging isn't the only problem. It takes a lot longer to get a hammer handle into a floppy hammer loop than into a metal-looped hammer holster. -- There are lots of accidental developments in the evolution of human customs. Some get sorted out through trial-and-error against other options, but sometimes other options don't present themselves, and sometimes the whole thing is too trivial to be bothered with. I think that hammer loops are there only for occasional use, and the jeans with them should be called farmer's jeans. But it's not important enough to change the name.
I've been wearing Lee Carpenter jeans for years, mostly because they happen to fit me more comfortably than any other brand that I've tried. A few years ago they significantly upgraded their materials and I haven't had to patch holes in pockets, or retire jeans due to a blowout since the change. The only major wear spots for me now are the cuffs and the edges of the pockets where my knife and flashlight clips sit.
For general work around the house pants I have been buying cheap Wranglers and they don't let me down. They are pretty comfortable as well. HOWEVER, I recently tried some $12 Costco jeans and they seem very good as well.
Used to wear Levi’s 550 jeans for many years but they don’t last any more like they used to while prices went up. Switched to Costco Kirkland jeans which you can get them really cheap ($12 or less during sales)and they are holding up pretty well. Only shallow pockets as small negative. Hope you can add Kirkland jeans in your round 2 comparison.
Yup, went to go buy some Levi's and the denim got way thinner so I didn't buy them...DONE with Levi's. I still have some old ones that have lasted me years.
Levis is losing quality ? and I still have my 550 jeans I bought years ago but is Kirkland jeans have a semi loose fit and comfort too than I buy them too.
I'm impressed with Blue Mountain doing so well on most tests and for the price they are a good buy. The Wrangler Authentic is also a good buy and I have had good luck with those
Here’s the list of products reviewed. More details in the video description. Thank you!
Levi’s Carpenter: amzn.to/3u1WASp
Wrangler Authentics: amzn.to/3nhtjz6
Dickies: amzn.to/3xQlvcF
Nautica: amzn.to/3Nl7Sru
LEE Carpenter: amzn.to/3OIHLvA
Levi 505s: amzn.to/39PnKos
Carhartt Carpenter: amzn.to/3Oo9cuX
Wrangler Riggs Carpenter: amzn.to/3HRp8U8
Wrangler Riggs Flame Resistant: amzn.to/3HQU078
Lucky: amzn.to/3QQN0v9
George’s Carpenter: Available at WalMart
Blue Mountain: Available at Tractor Supply
This channel is what I think people think Consumer Reports is. It’s also information being given away for free and not behind a paywall. I really hope brands watching this pay attention because the results of these tests 100% impact what products I buy and which products I won’t. With money being so tight due to inflation, I’m hypercritical of the products I buy and I always start at Project Farm.
Thanks!
You realize that PF has advertising and gets paid for his content, right? CR doesn't have advertising.
@@rickyanke9407 you do realize he doesn’t choose the ads that appear on his channel right? He chooses to monetize his viewership through ads but he can’t control what those ads are. These aren’t paid sponsorships. Consumer Reports uses an antiquated model and frankly, why would anyone want to pay for a membership to view test results for that when on-par level work is being done here for everyone to consume?
@@rickyanke9407 he gets paid by youtube. He doesn't accept free products to do adds on
@@GuruGuru-mp5cu yes, we are aware of that.
A few years ago I wanted to see what ProjectFarm is about… here I am, not only looking at a meticulous thorough engineering and mechanics genius for tools and the like. Gloves, glasses, jackets, now Jeans!!! I bow down to you sir and thank/appreciate the labor of love you put into “my go to” tech support and info!!! You are under appreciated and under “subscribed”!!!
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@@DyslexicMitochondria ur username made me click on ur profile. Ur channeI is a hidden gem bro
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@@ProjectFarm Todd We have talked before and I love your videos I have told many people about your channel. Yes a part 2 would be epic. The ones I would love to see tested are the canvas /duck/firehose pants like from#1 Carhart canvas my personal favorite are green IE weed eating and lawnmowing debris do not show up as bad#2 dickies they do not seem to last for more than a few weeks anymore and used to be great pants#3deluth trading post fire hose pants #4 berne is a good Walmart canvas pants I know there are a few more decent at north 40 tractor supply the general store and keep up the great videos. Thank you Todd how is the affordable beef going? Have a wonderful day and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
@@sterlingarcher8041 why would you say that nigga
Only thing missing from this test was Duluth Trading Co. Expensive, but from what I've experienced, pretty durable. I'd love to see how they ranked against what you tested.
Yep. They stopped making the Alaskan Hardgear Skagway jeans. They were my favorite.
I agree. I got some 40Grit brand work/carpenter jeans from Duluth and they're very comfortable and nice vs the wranglers I used to buy at Walmart.
I 2nd duluth as well as iron heart jeans from japan.
Great point!
Add rustler to the next batch, assuming they still make them.
You set a gold standard in the amount of work you put into your testing and videos.
As a belt wearer, my biggest beef with any jeans is the lack of belt loops along the back of the pants. I hate it when my waistband slips below my belt. Regardless of the other features I’ll only buy jeans with at least 3 belt loops in the back, like Carhartt.
I'll give you a pro-tip. Wear suspenders.
Pants not only don't fall down, the space you can leave by not cinching your belt tight will actually keep you much cooler because air can move up the legs and out the waist. Also your undies don't get twisted around as much.
My Duluth cargos have a big fat rear loop... it's literally 3-5" wide!
I feel your pain. also hate belt loops that fail from pull ups.
Love my Duluths for many reasons. One being that they have 7 belt loops with the back one being 5” long. Never had accidental ass crack wearing these ones.
@@ObservationofLimits 😆😆
If I ever see any products with the words "tested and approved by Project Farm" then I would buy that product 10 out of 10 times!
Easily one of the best UA-cam channels ever.
Thank you for every test!
You are welcome!
How would you know it is true and not false advertisement?
If that ever would happen, you would want confirmation or debunk from him at least.
Objectively speaking.
You ain't joking. I would too.
@@ChristofferOrrmalmUtsi if you have ever viewed his testing procedures you could not question it. Can you come up with a better method???👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻😤🤮sounds like sour grapes to me.
@@kenswitzer4133 you misunderstood him.
Based on these results I went to Tractor Supply and bought a pair of the Blue Mountain jeans. I was pleasantly surprised when they rang up at $9.99! Can't beat that with a stick!
Thanks for sharing.
wonder why they do not cater to the 36 length crowd. It's as if they are biased against tall folk! :)
Hmmm, 10 pairs of TSC jeans vs. 1 pair of the top dog??? I'm sure that the first 4 or 5 would outlast the 1 pair.
If they fit right, there as good as anything else twice or 10x the price. At some point in time decades ago, if you bought cheap jeans you got jeans that didn't last and were lightweight, and the more expensive Levi....etc jeans lasted alot longer because they were heavier. However now they are all cheap and from recyclables, a consumer is just paying more for a brand name with no other advantage.
Based on both the test results and comparative cost, Blue Mountain jeans seem like a very good value for money option. And $9.99 is indeed a very good deal!
Dang, now this is a proper jeans review. Concise, backed with solid evidence, and maintains viewer attention. Subbed!
Thanks for watching and subscribing!
Welcome to the team.
I just go to goodwill and get my jeans there. They're a bit cheaper and more durable than the ones from now :)
Best reviewer I've seen for Jeans, subscribed as well.
Can we take a second to appreciate how much thought had to go into the order of these tests to not invalidate results of later tests by the wear of the earlier ones? A good video as always!
I would love to see a round 2. Your tests are more robust than the manufacturer, depicting real world wear and tear. I love your videos and look forward to them each week. Thank you for the Great content!
These are the kind of reviews and comparisons I love. Factual data, identical tests, no price or brand bias. I have yet to see a video I didn't trust the results of
Thank you very much!
Please continue the Jean testing.
Appears that this comparison/showdown could go viral. Who would have guessed.
To quote from Dragnet: "Just the facts, ma'am."
Years ago, when Sears was Sears, I recall that they switched their catalog to doing just that. Giving us what we nowadays call the speeds and feeds of their stuff.
Ever since I discovered the Wrangler Riggs, I've worn nothing else. I love the wear resistance and I love the fit. They fit my body type perfectly and are super comfortable, especially after a few washes.
I've never been disappointed.
If they're good enough for the bull riders they're good enough for me .
I've noticed mine wearing out sooner. They have been my go to for a few years now. I question the use of fabric softeners and the frequency of washes. I also have been using the colored fabric Riggs from Rural King not the standard "blue" jean material. I'm only noting these differences to acknowledge the differences.
I work in GA and love the shorts. Damn near bullet proof.
An unexpected but certainly welcome comparison.
Very impressive!
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I've finally made it in life. :D
Never would have guessed wrangler rigs. I might need to spend a little more on jeans.
@@ProjectFarm You need to re-do the oscillation tool blades again. this time only focus on carbide blades and include diablo for sure
I've used Lee for a long time even and have always had a durability beyond levi's, uniform or chevignon. Neither of these last two justifies the value.
Once again your channel demonstrates that quality is not more expensive sign. Thank you
You are welcome!
I remember a time when new jeans were so stiff, we had to wash 'em several times before they were even close to being comfortable and they were tough. They lasted a long time and most people put patches on 'em when a hole developed. Levi's were one of the most popular at that time. Boy have Levi's gone down hill. Greed ruins everything. Thanks for this video. I'm buying Wranglers the next time I shop for jeans.
I'm with you all the way except for the Wrangler part. Mostly been buying Wrangler & Levi but they both rip after 5-9 months. Just tried Rustler but they only lasted 3 months before the crotch tore.
I can't believe the poor quality anymore.
Those jeans were made with a different weave and with no elastic/poly added. If you want similar jeans now a days you actually do have to go into the spendy side and find "selvedge denim" jeans. Like you many people who buy these wanted the durability of the older style jeans, but now it's a bit of a fashion thing as well. Some of the best selvedge denim comes from Japan now from when they fell in love with Americana with jeans being one of the biggest icons.
Edit: what's funny is the jeans we have today were developed because people preferred the more comfortable ones over the old stiff kind, if they knew it would result in such a big hit to durability I don't know if things would have turned out the same way.
@@Ajaxykins I'm sure some of it has got to do with the weight of the fabric as well. Older jeans probably used heavier fabrics, which are more durable than the light(er) fabrics that are more widespread today.
Lol, I remember when Levi 501’s were new. They even came with unfinished hems at the foot.
I was disappointed with the wranglers I bought in recent years, nothing like the quality they were back in the 70s. ☹️
Definitely will be buying the wrangler rigs when I wear this round out. Every brand I have bought so far has the back pocket as rip leaving them useless. Thanks for doing this test and many more.
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
Give the Dickies 874 a whirl, you won't regret it.
This comment is very important, because it shows that not all attributes are equally valuable. This person like back pocket strength. I might not care about hammer loop strength.
You might want to go ahead and get them and keep them on hand. Often if you wait, companies either quit making the product, or modify it so it is no longer good quality. There is the possibility that someone will make something better in the future, but don't count on it.
@debluetailfly Good point. Or with the way things are going, our country's infrastructure might lead to company shutdowns or jeans being sold out, or becoming too expensive to be worth it.
Number of belt loops should have been a consideration, for belt wearers. For example Lee normally has 7 loops mostly evenly spaced whereas brands like LevNautica, Calvin Klein are all fashion brands, not serious work brands as they only have 5 and are oddly spaced and very impractical. To each their own.
I’m with you John, I can’t stand five loop jeans.
7 belt loops should be mandatory, and some brands only give 7 loops for size 34 & above = Not Cool
AND MAKE THE ZIPPER LONGER!! TO AVOID A KINK IN THE PLUMBING.!..GEEZ -- I hope the Corporate BUYERS read these reviews
Also, would be nice to see Duluth Firehose (short zipper-->should be longer) pants comparison and Red Kap
And Carhartt has "Ripstop" Cargo pants
True Duluth fireproof fire hose pants have 9, and the back one is extra wide. Too tight for a full leather belt though.
Agreed
the 5 loop spacing is fine, but I like how wrangler does the two, pretty close together in the back. 6 loop is great for jeans. 7 for anything else.
Absolutely a round 2 is needed. Appreciate the level of testing you do Todd. Your channel has helped makes some of my purchasing decisions. Best on youtube hands down!
Perhaps Round 2 could be non-bluejean work pants like duluth firehose pants. That's what I use when trotting around the cactus and thornbushes, but I'd be interested in seeing other materials.
I can never get over how great your channel is. The thoughtfulness and overall quality is fantastic. Also the fact that they are extremely educational. Absolutely love it.
I have jeans that are made in China that I bought from Walmart for as low as $6 about 30 years ago and I still have them and they are still in good shape, but I find it extremely suspicious that out of the hundreds of jeans that are made in China he chose to test the most expensive one that he could find to defame “Made in China” products. One thing I find consistent among the “non-biased” crowd is their consistent hatred of anything that is “Made in China!” These days it’s extremely hard to find any Americans that aren’t an anti-China propagandist!
“When we want to go to war with someone we invent the reasons,” said Lawrence Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff to Colon Powell. Is it a wonder out of the US’s 246 years of history the USA has been in a war with other countries in all of those 246 years except for 14 years? Furthermore, if we include the Civil War and the numerous wars that the US has been with native Americans there isn’t a single year that the US isn’t at war! All of these wars were started with the massive propaganda campaign and the demonization of the others (The majority of which are non-Whites) just like the ones we have been launching against China, but once we dig deeper into the matter it always reveals the US is the troublemaker, the one that caused the war to happen!
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@@grandwonder5858 I feel as though you would have also been bothered if he bought the cheapest pair, or just a middle of the line pair; it seems you are going out of your way to be upset!
06:14 Breathability
08:22 Rear Pocket Failure Weight [Lbs]
09:19 Hammer Loop Failure Weight [Lbs]
11:22 Crotch Tear [Lbs]
12:44 Puncture Resistance [Grams]
14:10 Pocket Puncture Resistance [Grams]
15:31 Abrasion Resistance [Passes Across 180 Grit]
16:00 Subjective Fabric Comfort Rating
16:12 Subjective Fit Rating
16:27 Waist Shrinkage After First Wash/Dry Cycle [Inches]
16:55 Average Finish +
No mention about belt loops, I like there to be 7 loops. And a watch pocket atleast 3 inches wide.
They're both awesome! Wranglers are made for Cowboys with a square butt and Let's say you're going to a country themed event or you are actually out in the country and you're from the city never be afraid to put yourself in a good pair of Lee's or Wranglers! Don't be self-conscious Ain't no one going to fault you for slapping a pair of American classics on your rear end.........Now there's so many types of Levi's but there is one for you It just depends on whether you have a long or short waist or wear boots But you must take into account most Levi's are for people with a rounded dairy airYou feel pardon my French..... I personally love the classic 501 shrink to fits. My dad was always a zipper manand the beauty of 501 or zip up blue jeans by Levi's they fade so evenly into the softest material ever.
@@jphillips7083 I think it’s spelled derrière but if you work on a farm dairyair will work.
@@jphillips7083 The Wranglers tested here are not the classic Wrangler Cowboy Cut old fashioned style they are historically known for.
Very thorough testing, but one thing you didn't test for is which one doesn't make my wife chide me for having jeans that give me "old man butt."
Yep. For calf, thigh and pocket space (and thanksgiving week) I like to buy jeans a tad over-sized, and cinch with a belt, but the caboose on some make me look like I took a dump.
Those would be the jeans you leave on the back of the chair. 🤪
I wonder what brand tow truck drivers like wearing? lol
Yep I lost my ass in a divorce, jeans havent fit the same since, but it was worth it.
Seems like the 'old man butt' goes with the territory. I figure if it's too bad, THEY can hide. I'm wobbling on a straight 'o course as I'm able!
You have influenced many people's buying habits. Thank you for what you do. I'm pretty sure we would all appreciate a round 2 for the jeans.
Thanks for the video idea.
@@ProjectFarm 6:14 FAIL... where is the $99 jeans?
@@Melicoy If you look a little closer at the chart you will see they are on there at 74 which was the most breathable. He did mislabel the price on that chart but give him a break!
All the way to the left?
I also would like a round 2. When I was in boy scouts they taught us how to make jeans into a floating device by tying the pant legs and wearing like a life vest. They called this the Dolly Parton. They held air much better when wet.
Thanks Todd! You're truly a national treasure! It'd suit me fine if they abolished the CPSC & just let you take over the testing of products! I'd trust your findings far more than anyone else.
Thank you very much for the positive feedback and for the generosity! It helps a lot!
@@ProjectFarm very welcome sir. Take a portion of that there dinero & buy cousin eddy some meat to go in his hamburger helper 😂 he's looking a little famished
@@ProjectFarm Best Microfiber Rag test next.
Include norwex
Definitely he is.
I wouldn’t want to go against this guy in a highschool science fair. He develops good tests and performs them on a wide verity of products. Love this channel.
Yeah I agree. University student might not about do that
This vid is timed perfectly for me. I recently lost about 20 pounds and need some new jeans. I've been paying about $60 for jeans for years now, and I'm glad that I can save some money buying Wrangler Carpenter jeans. Thanks so much for this vid. The effort, detail, and thought you put into your testing is the reason that your channel is one of the few that I have set to notify me of all vids.
I hope this is the good type of weight loss and not the result of an illness.
@@garethbaus5471 It's the result of a change in diet where I have as little sugar and carbs as possible, and a lot of dietary fiber.
@@TheZoenGaming 👍 good for you, same here. I've come to realize there's fewer days ahead than behind so I'd like the days ahead to at least be enjoyable. I run the Wrangler cargo pants for a daily uniform & I'm out doing some pretty heavy stuff. They wear like iron. I don't think you can go wrong with them.
Waist sizes have gotten way out of kilter. Maybe the manufacturers are trying to keep Fat Americans
(most of us) in happy denial.... But what used to be an actual 32 inch waist, now needs suspenders, or you'll have to work with one hand holding up your pants. Everyone remains delusional, as we transition to a Nation of handicaps, where everyone over fifty is riding an electric fat cart.
20 pounds of water weight 🤣
As a Costco shopper, I would like it if you could include Kirkland Signature products in your tests. They make many of the things you have examined in the past and they are very popular. I also would be interested in testing paper towels and toilet paper in the future. Thanks for the videos.
I agree.
The Kirkland Jeans wear so much better and longer than the Wrangler Rustlers for about the same price.
agree，Costco Kirkland Signature Jean is very common and only about $12-14. would like to get idea how it compares to others. Would be great to compare some casual jeans, not the ones having hammer loop, and extra tool pockets.
I came to the comments to say this exactly. I love when he includes Kirkland Sig products and I personally love my Kirkland jeans, never shown any wear.
I have too many Kirkland jeans. They refuse to wear out. Crazy comfortable.
Came here to say the same thing: I'd love to see Kirkland Jeans thrown in a similar test. Rumor has it, Kirkland Jeans are (were) made by Lee.
I really liked excluding subjective measurements from the numerical rating! I would also still like to hear your classic "best value" vs "best overall" that you often did previously including the subjective feelings though.
Great feedback. Thank you!
I love duluth, cargo/canvas pants are superior to jeans by far.
That's why I love this channel. You keep doing videos I didn't know I needed to see. I'll have to give those Wrangler Riggs a try, next time I'm buying jeans.
A comparison of the various fire hose/canvas work pants would be another I'd happily sit through. Currently a Duluth Trading Company fan but I'm open to trying something else based on your testing. You've got the best test channel on UA-cam!
Thanks so much! Thanks for the suggestion.
I’ve been wearing Levi’s for years and they’ve definitely gotten progressively worse over the last 25 years or so. When I started wearing them they were the only jeans that would hold up working in the sawmill. I don’t think they would anymore.
I stopped wearing Levi’s when the company got political. Wrangler cowboy cut are all I wear now, and they hold up great to everything I do, from working in the sawmill to cutting firewood in the mountains.
Thanks for the feedback.
You aren't wrong. My 30 yo Levi's are much heavier than my 5 yo Levi's.
They no longer make them in the US....that is the issue
@@jeffreygoodin9643 but many of the high performing jeans here are Chinese brands..
Wind blocking is actually an important feature when you are trying to keep construction dust away from your skin. By that measure, Lee, Carhartt, and Nautical were 1,2, and 3.
I was thinking the same thing about dust and dirt in general. That test could go either way depending upon your intended use -- breathable for comfort, closed for protection.
or winter.
Who wants extremely cold arctic or prairie air flowing through your clothes, when you are working outdoors
@@zochbuppet448 Who would only wear jeans in that environment?
Ever heard of Thermal underwear?
@@BB-1990 Ever heard of material weaving and the different types of knits or way material is weaved together to make it stronger or to block elements regardless of what the person is wearing underneath?
I've been in construct for 30 years. Never worried about dust other than keeping it out of my eyes and not breathing in any more than I have to. Some are allergic to wood dust but I'd find another job if that was a factor.
Never would have thought about jeans being better than others. May use this some day!
Thank you very much!
Would love see you test pants from 1620. They are American union made. Look like quality.
Isn't this channel so clutch? I come back to PF's product comparisons so much when I'm out looking for various things to buy. I really like that he doesn't take payment for his study or opinions as well.
@Don't Read My Profile Photo Okay.
Oh my gosh! finally! I have been needing a video like this! Our jeans fail so fast and I was considering expensive jeans thinking they would hold up better. You saved my wallet and I'm very impressed and thankful for this video
Thanks and you are welcome!
Who needs Consumer Reports when you have Project Farm??? Another awesome job reviewing popular products. Thank you so much. 👍
Thank you!
Project Farm is a straight shooter. Consumer Reports is BS
Who needs Consumer Reports anyway?
@@glennso47 Exactly, they are easily bought, as in, taking bribes from major corporations for favorable reviews.
Thanks! Fantastic!
You were born for this job.
Everything is described to the smallest detail, but without wasting time on trifles around.
Everything is tested and described in a very efficient and effective way, and the methods are really ingenious. I had already asked myself several times which are the best jeans in relation to quality and price to use at work.
I've used models ranging from €20 to €170 and the best result has never been based on price.
I currently use Dewalt Pro Tradesman most of the time.
I would also like to see a test done by you with this kind of pants!
Hugs from Portugal, and thank you so much for your fantastic work!
Thanks so much! Thanks for the suggestion.
@@ProjectFarm 🙌🏼
I also thank you for your fantastic videos, and also for your kindness in always giving a nice word in the comments!
And I liked that I saw the subtle touch when you presented one of the following jeans models from the comparison you were wearing the previous model!
I hope I have made myself understood because of my poor English.
But I thought it was fantastic!
I really like your videos.
Come the next videos. Have a great day and a big thank you from Portugal.
This was absolutely amazing. I would be very interested in the testing of more jeans.
I like the inclusion of subjective criteria, but maybe you should illustrate that point a little more by (for example) showing the best and worst fabrics and maybe pointing at flaws in the fit.
I absolutely love your tests, please continue doing this
Thanks so much.
@@ProjectFarm Key Apparel
Problem here, You can but a pair of jeans from the retail store and a pair online and not only do they fit differently, but they are made in different factories in a different part of the world.
"Flaws in the Fit" is an incredibly subjective category! Best of luck testing for for that ... !
Walmart jeans have zero crouch room.
Man, I found your channel a couple years ago, and one thing I've learned is that I can always count on you to consistently deliver truly high quality content. Thank you for that.
Furthermore, it would be absolutely wasteful, prohibitively expense, and simply too time consuming for us viewers to conduct these tests that you do for us. It's one thing to read a review, but there is a vast chasm between taking some random persons word about a product versus actually seeing the tests being conducted and the results displayed in a rank order fashion. Top quality work, sir. Thank you again. Please keep doing what you do. I hope you gain much success from these endeavors.
Thanks and you are welcome!
Project Farm venturing out into the fashion section of UA-cam! A whole new audience is going to start getting PF videos in their recommendations!
Thank you!
Foreal lol
Can't wait for a 10 million subscribers special!
Like me, for example!
Gotta admit...Project Farm does excellent work.
👍
This is a gem of a channel. The controlled experiments really sway my choices I make when purchasing items.
Thanks!
@@ProjectFarm ý
I never knew how badly I needed this kind of a showdown. Please, Sir, more of this. The enthusiasm of your voice over is infectious and enjoyable. I look forward to Sundays.
The good news is that after testing you can probably sell them as "distressed" jeans, at a profit! 😎
One thing I'd love to see added, is putting all of these jeans into a tumbler (like a dryer) for 100 hours. Really let them get roughed up. Then retest some of the tests to see which hold up after extended "use"
I think this is a great idea to include in the next test, also testing the abrasion resistance of the jeans against themselves as my thighs often rub a hole in the crotch area after extended wear.
@@MrJacobrestes same happens to me. Something like attaching a patch to a palm sander and sanding it against the same jean brand would be good
Thanks for the suggestion.
Absolutely. I tend to have crotch blow outs after they've gotten some wear.
I'm pretty sure the sandpaper abrasion test covers this but doesn't take a hundred hours.
My first pair of Levis in 1966 stood up by themselves when I took them off. They took years to fade and then faded beautifully. Later levis always went at the crotch and the knees. A Levi jacket back then was a jacket for life!
Thanks for the feedback.
Only japan makes the best denim jn the world and bought out all the old narrow shuttle lumes and Japanese own 70 percent of all vintage levis!
And Japanese selvedge denim is the toughest shiz on the planet
You can even find 42oz denim lol literally armour
Yes, that's why l tend to buy my denim out of vintage stores........the denim, is much thicker and robust. All the major brands today: tend to use thinner denim compared to yesteryear.
Sorry bout that, posted my comment in the wrong place lol. I suck at using the iPad app, I should stick to desktop.
@@CocoKoi321 may want to check out Hardenco (hartford denim company) and other small manufacturers. I live very close to them and wasn't aware of them until somewhat recently.
This is the type of fashion review I can get behind!
Thank you very much!
I've been wearing blue mountain from tsc for years. I have their carpenter jeans, and tons of their utility pants. They always fit perfect, the utility pants don't hold up as well to my line of work but they cheap and my wife just keeps fixing them. Schmidt from tsc also makes awesome winter coats and work boots that are WAY cheaper and quality.
After you’ve patched and repaired them a few times… You can sell them to hipsters for three times the price. 😊
Some people from Levi's came up my school about 35 years ago very proud about their tradition and the heavyweight materials they used. Too bad they've gone cheap since then.
Yep. And why they ever discontinued silver tabs baffles me
And their politics are awful.
@@bryanbiltoft8141 And they are now a corporate naming rights john for the stadium they slapped their name on. (Of course, after paying whatever amount of $$$ for the right).
Thanks for the feedback.
I love how your channel has evolved. No nonsense, real world results and relevant testing.
You sir, are a scientist. It is wonderful to watch you hone your skills.
Thank you for sharing.
Thank you very much!
I'm a pro handyman and wear Wrangler Riggs after having found them at Rural King a couple of years ago. It's good to see quantified results corroborating what I concluded by literal seat-of-the-pants experience: they're solid. A little pricey compared to some alternatives, but they fit right and take a LOT of abuse and ultimately, in my estimation, deliver the best value for the money.
Thanks for sharing.
When Rural King had their own brand years ago, they were eight dollar jeans that held up, and fit well. But they couldn't leave them alone. When companies who are already employing foreign businesses, to do their work, seek cheaper and cheaper sources, the product, no longer holds quality. Levi's were the first Jean company, used the rivets, hemp thread, and had the button fly. There are still survivors from the 1800's, about forty years before belt loops. They may have kept the fit, but I don't know if mules can't tear them apart anymore?
I wore Wrangler Riggs for years while doing technical theater, including set construction. They held up very well for me. Now that I do something else, I wear Lee jeans and they last for years for me.
I have been wearing Lucky jeans for about 5 years now and imo, probably the most comfortable I have ever worn. They are my going out jean and my daily wearing jean. No tears, no stains, and still look brand new.
Thanks for the feedback.
This man deserves an award!
Thanks!
Is good work its own reward?🤔
Agreed
2.45 million subscribers is a good reward
@@gus473 See how far you get with pockets full of thanks😂
Something that would've been interesting, speaking for a sewing point of view, would be if you counted the number of stitches per inch and seeing if a higher number would equal better performance in terms of wear and tear.
Especially when testing the breaking point of the pockets, etc.
Good Point!
@@ProjectFarm On stitching, factors would be material of the thread itself and how strong a length of tnread on its own is and the type of stitching, and related to that, the type of seam. The inside part of the pockets is known as the pocket bag.
This would be a great idea!
Denim is usually given a weight value based on thickness (ie 10 ounce, 16 ounce).
@@naturaljoe759 It is simpler than that, it's ounces per square yard (from a roll of denim fabric).
There are different weaves, so a yarn of a certain weight could potentially be thicker or thinner depending on the weave.
Fantastic! Not gonna lie, totally didn’t expect this or even think of it as a possible idea, but I would LOVE to see more.
Jeans are probably one of the most commonly used/worn things, and knowing which brand can hold up to the abuse is always excellent.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I bought several pairs of George brand black and blue jeans from Walmart. They all were only $10 to $12 a pair. I’ve had them over a year and I wash them weekly. I use cold water, but still even after a year they still look pretty much brand new. Even the black jeans are as dark as the day I bought them and haven’t faded a bit. Great jeans for a great price if you ask me!!
Thanks for sharing.
Yes, Kid..thanks for the comment..you've encouraged mine. In SO MANY product areas...Walmart offers incredible VALUE. This is off Jeans topic...but I recently noticed Walmart offering their BlackMax self propelled lawnmowers with a heavy poly Lifetime Warrantied deck (with Briggs Stratton engines) at $450. Outside of the electric mowers..only Honda has offered such a deck..on their most expensive $700 mowers.
Bought 4 pairs of those $10.00 George black jeans for work. I also wash them immediately after wear. I work in a heavy truck manufacturing plant as a builder/assembler and they get really dirty each day and have held up very well. I don't care for the fit so much but I got them to abuse. No matter what brand of jeans I buy, the grease my employer uses will stain any fabric on first contact and the stain will NOT BE REMOVED by any detergent on the market so far. Like those George jeans just wish they fit like the Wranglers.
I would definitely like to see a round two! This testing was extremely useful.
Thanks for the suggestion. Glad to hear!
Man, I'm a french guy, lost in some little island (Reunion Island) but god, I love to watch your videos: even if you review some products I'll never use, I love how you put a lot of efforts in testing FAIRLY and adequately the products.
Some guys would have a biased opinion, but you stay straight! You're doing a better job taht some big companies, you try to do the stuff scientifically!
Keep up the good work, and thanks, a lot !
Thanks, will do!
Reunion is an epic Island!!! Love from a South African in Canada. I will never forget your island
Agreed. That's why I love watching his breakdowns. Always fair, scientific, and consistent.
I've been a Wrangler guy for over 20 years. Levi's became overpriced and It seemed they would wear out quickly. A great video!✌️
I was Carhartt guy, about 10 years ago I switched to Wrangler Riggs because they are way more durable but I get the canvas cross stitched stuff they make it's basically bulletproof cheaper than Carhartt - Carhartt's junk now.
Levi is not only overpriced for the quality, they also went woke.
@@gotdangedcommiesitellyahwa6298 They went woke in the late 70's. Most didn't notice.
@@gotdangedcommiesitellyahwa6298 lol these snowflakes
Same, I've been a fan of Wrangler, and Rustler(when i was broke, and needed basic black jeans for work) since my teens(now in my early 40's), and while I've strayed a few times over the years to try other brands nothing holds up, or fits like Wrangler/Rustler for the money be it full length jeans, jean shorts, khaki pants/shorts, or camo pants/shorts, but I'm sad Walmart stopped carrying the Wrangler flex series, and I now have to go onto Amazon, and order the Wrangler Authentics which are a 1/2 step down with a different waist band, and more expensive, but at least being a short guy I can find them in 32x29 so I don't have to roll them up so much, and of which I've not seen in almost any other brand. So i will be buying Wranglers for years to come.
By far one of the most useful testing videos you have done. I don't know anyone who doesn't wear jeans, so another round to cover more brands would be a hit IMO!
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
The level of detail is superb! This is next level “Consumers Report”. Hope to see same level of detail in testing cars, appliances and etc. Well done !
yeah and I dont have to purchase a membership like CR
He is better than Consumer Reports because he let's the data tell him the answer!
So CR doesn't use data to come to their conclusions? Pretty sure they do. In fact they explain exactly what and how they use data for the results of each test. And if you don't like the results, don't buy the top brands, buy the ones on the bottom. Problem solved.
@@rickyanke9407 the problem with consumer reports is that they favor the jack of all traders master of none. Project farm usually says if you want x results use this and its not always x brand is superior to every other brand.
Thanks!
For round two, try and get a pair that are dynema blend, generally aimed at motorcycle protection wear than work and going to be the most expensive by a lot, but they should be lighter, stronger, with far better cut and abrasion resistance. Apparently dynema blend even feels cool from the high thermal conductivity of dynema.
This is the second time hearing about dynema. First was from The Slingshot Channel using it to make crossbow strings.
@@SentinalhMC it’s one of the strongest fibers in existence.
@@SentinalhMC I've really been thinking about ordering some dynema cut protection gloves. They should offer some of the most protection for the thickness which hopefully means keeping enough dexterity to actually use them. It's also found it's way into the naval world in ropes and sails, and ultralight backpacking gear.
Great video as always, I needed a new pair myself for work and this will definitely influence my decision. On the charts with the data, I noticed the $99 dollar Lucky brand was listed as $35 instead. Thanks for all the extensive testing!
I noticed that too glad I seen this comment
Lucky makes jeans in several different countries. I'm guessing that the $35 is correct since they're from china which tends to be less expensive. I've seen similar ones at costco for around that price.
This was very informative and quite comprehensive. You may have excluded them because a membership is required to purchase them, but I like the quality and value of Sam's Club Member's Mark jeans (about $12). . . and if I'm remembering correctly, Costco's Kirkland brand jeans are an equally good value. If you do another round of tests, I'd suggest including both of those. Thanks for your great work.
Being a welder, flame resistance is a factor that I consider. Cotton is one of the least flammable fibers available, and it's natural. Flax is another, and is often used for welder's tarps.
Thanks for this information, Todd. It's most valuable.
Could I suggest a test of welder's tarps?
Another advantage to cotton is that it doesn't melt. Our pilots (USAF) were told to wear cotton underwear. If they were in a fire they would't have nylon or other stuff melted and stuck to them.
You are welcome! Thanks for the video idea.
I gotta say, this is the most real life practical clothing review I have ever seen! I'd definitely be interested in a round 2, and also maybe different brands of mechanic's clothes as well.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
I agree. I'm also curious about the double panel work pants
I switched away from Levis years ago, after they started making their jeans from much thinner and cheaper seeming denim, I wanted durability and longevity from my jeans. I discovered that LL Bean makes jeans very comparable to what Levis used to be. I also discovered Duluth Trading jeans are made from thicker material and have reinforced areas (using fire hose fabric). I would like to see you test these products against other durable products. I haven't bought jeans other than Duluth or LL Bean for over a decade (and I have worn out only one pair).
Thanks for the suggestion.
Most of this crap is made in china,or viet nam or where ever,I'm sick of cheap quality clothes.
@@johnjaco5544 Yep I'm a believer in the idea that spending more is often a better value, but that just isn't the case with jeans today as in most cases you pay for the name and/or style and not the quality. There are some exceptions but Levi's are pretty much all junk.
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ Did Jesus wear carpenter jeans?
@@ShadowtheRotarygod Jesus was a corduroy kinda guy 🤣
Excellent comparison as usual. A little unrelated to the jeans in this test but I'd like to pass this thought along. Costco Kirkland blue jeans sell for 12.99 regular price each and every day here in NY. The quality vs low price is way better than they have any right to be.
Thanks!
I absolutely agree. I've been buying them for many years. A couple of months ago they were on sale for $9.99, About every five years they used to have a batch that came in black and I'd buy a stack of them. I'm down to only two pair and wishing they'd hurry up with the black ones again.
I find the ingenious testing rigs you devise as much or more interesting than the final test results. Never used the hammer loop as I prefer a belt one but good test for those that do use it.
I've never seen a single person use it in over 20 years of all sorts of labor.
Thanks for the feedback.
"It often happens after I test products that I discover there are far better products than the ones I've been buying." THAT is why I watch your channel. No BS, no favored brands, just the facts. Keep up the great work!
Thanks, will do!
There's nothing Project Farm can't TEST! So glad you did a pocket test amongst the many other important tests! I seem to blow out inside pockets a lot. Thanks for the hard work and results every video!
Thank you, love your reviews. I would like a kitchen knife review. You are the only one who provides a perfectly objective review. Please include both super cheap and super expensive, as you did here. If you explain the differences in type of metal used that would be great.
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
I can't tell you how many times I've snagged a pocket (especially a coat pocket) on something and tore a hole so I appreciate that test. It looks like the Blue Mountain or the Dickies wouldn't exactly save my life if I was hanging over a cliff, but still impressive at 138 lbs.
For me it's usually a corner or sheet metal. I've ripped holes in so many insulated flannels.
Thanks for sharing.
Lucky is labeled as $35 on all the charts. These tests were great! Way to find tests that would give real world results.
I noticed that as well.
I noticed too. I am glad I checked comments before I said something. Still an awesome video. Now I can go buy some new jeans :)
@@vintage-red-carpetmasonic-38 center left of your keyboard is the caps lock button.
@@vintage-red-carpetmasonic-38 I wore only Lucky Brand store bought jeans in the 2000s, and they are not the same as the Lucky jeans sold at Sam's Club. Sam's Club "Lucky Brand" jeans are relabeled cheap jeans. I have a feeling that all the charts say "$35" for the Lucky's because they were bought at Sam's Club for $35, but are listed on the Lucky site at $99, but are not the same jeans. (And I'm not defending the Lucky jeans... I haven't gotten to ANY of the results yet. My 20+ pairs of $100+ Lucky jeans were not known for their durability.)
I absolutely love that you did this... especially adding the sizing correctness comparison. One suggestion would be to try to simulate how fast the jeans might wear out. Possibly a bunch of wash and dry cycles...or maybe putting them in an old dryer with some rocks or something to simulate wear and getting run through the dryer.
Or UV light
I think the sandpaper test did a decent job of demonstrating wear and tear, but that's not a bad idea
I think work coveralls would be a great video, there’s alot of different brands and prices and you can’t be too sure of the quality and value of each. Love all your videos thank you for your work.
Thanks for the suggestion.
This is definitely a welcome addition to the reviewed products! I don't think anyone has ever done an objective testing of jeans or work apparel like this. Would love to see similar testing of work jackets (like Carhartt), work pants, and even raingear someday!
I knew I liked my Wrangler Authentics for a reason lol To me, they're the most comfortable jeans I've owned, roomy in the thigh and seat for folks who lift, and their bit of stretch built in is super nice. For $24, hard to go wrong. Makes me want to try those Wrangler Riggs though
Cost is one of my biggest considerations when purchasing jeans because I typically run through a pair every 2 months (rough work environment). Costco Kirkland jeans have been some of the most effective in terms of price and quality. I would like to see how they compare to the Tractor Supply Blue Mountain jeans.
Have you checked heavy-duty pants? In Germany you see workers rocking them pants everywhere and they're going to last a lifetime.
try buying a pair of "tin pants". they're not actually made from tin but they look like a coffee w/ cream color pair of pants and they're extremely durable. They cost around $200+ but it's supposed to be worth it.
Carhartt canvas or duck cloth pants. they are a heavy canvas about 3x thicker than denim. while still being breathable.
@@joshmayne2853 yes that's exactly what I'm talking about
Ariat work jeans are absolutely amazing in my opinion. And every pair is sized right. By that i mean if you order 3 pair. They will all fit the same Vs. Levi, or what ever other brand where you can order 3 exact pair, and every single one will fit different
One of my largest concerns when it comes to jeans is how they rub when I'm sweaty. I sometimes have to buy jeans that are less cost effective because they don't chafe as bad. Rather than do a subjective rating on how soft they are when dry, you could do something where you tested the friction on a skin-like surface when damp. That would be a field I would very much like to see.
Thanks for the feedback.
I would think similar to the sand paper test just with silicone instead of sandpaper. Use a scale to pull them across. This is the reason I dont wear jeans... Chaffing and sweating
Never had that problem but my thighs don't rub together. And I'm a woman. When backpacking with men, some of them wore compression shorts under their pants to deal with chafing. You can use preparation H on feet to help prevent blisters. Blisters are caused by three things, Heat, Friction and Moisture. If you can eliminate one of those, no blister. I Wore 2 pair of socks to deal with the friction since I can't do anything about heat or moisture. If it's about hair, you could try removing hair where it chafes.
I would argue your problem isn't the jeans. You need better underwear.
Good point. Can't wear jeans which chafe too much
Those blue mountain jeans are awesome. You can get them on sale for $13.99 pretty often and I've seen them as low as 8.99. They last me about a year in my rotation, especially if I add knee patches. Not bad for the price
Thanks for the feedback.
3 times in the last 6 months they have been either 9.99 or 8.99 and I always grab a few pairs. Haven't been disappointed.
An interesting comparison would be your high end “work” pants made by companies like Duluth (fire hose etc.) vs. the tougher brands you tested here (Wrangler Riggs). At $100+ for some of these pants the difference better be substantial. Thanks for continuing to show unbiased product testing!!!
You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
Yes please!
I've been wearing Tyndale for years and have always wondered how they compared with Ariat. While I didn't expect to see Tyndale in this comparison, I was quite surprised that Ariat wasn't included.
I use Duluthflex fire hose work pants exclusively as they are comfortable and seem to be reasonably durable. I would love to see them compared to other work pants of a similar type! Great video with some great information!
Considering you can buy 3-4 pairs of cheap jeans to one pair of premium brand they better be at least 3x better for it to be worth it IMO. I cut the middle of the road spent like 50-60 on a pair I just got some 511 jeans I've been very happy with them so far. Little more roomy than some other brands but I like that they have flex in them. Little bit of spandex woven in
Yeah I wear Duluth Jeans and they are by far the toughest jeans I have owned. They are tougher than old billy goat meat. lol.
I 💯 agree with more testing on everyday clothes for tradesman. Specifically atlas 46, double knee carharts, and Duluth. I could never pull the trigger on such expensive pants if the cost to own a pair lasts just as long. Same thing with boots. Tried em all except the really expensive repairable boots over 3-400. All don’t last more than a year for me.
I have made the change to the expensive jk custom made work boots. Yes the cost a lot more then mass production boots. But not only do you get a boot built to your foot that is rebuildable, but you literally get twice the boot as many other brands to start with. Soles twice as thick, leather twice as thick.
my timberland boondocks held up for over a year and a half.
@@natepeterson7145 unfortunately I've owned three Timberland boots and I murdered them all in less than 3 months. I spray the sewers with pesticide which means using my feet to kick the manhole lid hook and walking on hot Arizona asphalt and desert terrain. I think it's the heat that causes the sole to wear out so quick. Best I could find between cost and durability is these 80 dollar sketchers boots... they last about 6 months. I even killed my slightly worn Redwings in only 7 months... 250 bucks gone just like that. My job is really hard on boots. If I push my luck then I burn the bottom of my feet or have thorns from cacti and trees or rocks push through the soles and impale me. The whitethorn acacia is brutal. 3" long thorns that are tougher than toothpicks. Had one of those go in my heel. I've learned to put newee boots on when I have days where I have to trek the desert. Wish I could find a pair that would at least last a year.
Been using the same Dickies steel toe work boots for the past 3 years. Worked in them in all weather conditions, put them through their paces in general and they only started to get that broken in feel this year. Even though they're made in China, they've held up surprisingly well.
I have used the Dickies jeans as work jeans for years, and can confirm that they’re tanks for the price. I tend to wear other brands for “dressing up”, whatever that means when it comes to jeans. But for working around the house, or when I had jobs that required long pants and lots of manual labor, I always got Dickies if I could.
I am a Dickies fan as well. I only wear Dickies double knee jeans now and for roughly the last ten years. The last time I bought some I found them on sale for twenty bucks a pair. Bought 3 pair at that time (about a year ago) and wont need more for another year at least. I abuse my jeans pretty badly so even with Dickies I only get a couple years out of a pair. Typically I wear through at the bottom of the pocket when my keys poke through the pocket and the denim abrades away at the same point. Occasionally I have gotten a catastrophic tear in my Dickies within days of first wearing them. This is typically the result of catching the jeans on something pointy...
ive also found that dickies are much more comfortable than other work jeans.
Same the school jeans I had for dickies lasted an entire 5 years with ZERO damage too them. Most of my jeans are lucky to even last 3 years.
@@beammeupscotty1955 I had the same 2 pairs of double knee Dickies for 3 years working at taco bell. The only mark on them was from my motorcycle melting the pant leg a little.
Same, switched to dickies double knee after running carhartt double knees for years. Work in construction so usually buy a dozen pairs a year. They were good but when I went to buy my new shopping cart full I see they have changed leg pocket style and even to my old worn out see through ones a new pair just feels light and cheap. Might go back to carhartt now. Once you go double knee, there is no going back.
I never went back to 100% cotton after discovering jeans with 1% spandex. That 1% makes sitting/ moving around so much better especially when working on my truck. Regular jeans now feel so restrictive. If they tear, i just goto Ross or Marshalls and get another pair for $12.
Thanks for the feedback.
The 1% spandex are total junk!!! Get a small nick in the material and they will unravel at an amazing rate. If you want jeans that will fall apart quickly, get the 1% spandex. I have to order 100% cotton jeans on the internet.
Yeah but I had a pair of 100% cotton jeans from the 1980s, that lasted over 30 years before finally getting a small hole in the knee. Now I have to buy jeans with Spandex, which always start tearing after about 2 years.
@@cyclaunch2251 Hmm, I always thought you should change your clothes completely twice per year LUL Wearing the same for 2+ years is something very weird.
"Wearing the same for 2+ years is something very weird." claimed @@NormanFoxLee
Not for most people it's not.
Great stuff! I would like to see Levi 501 included in the next video. Also, belt loop tests would be helpful. Also, most jeans don't fail catastrophically but wear out over time. Adding a test where the jeans are washed and dried multiple times (like 20 or 30 which could be a normal life cycle for clothing) and then weighing them again to see how much material was lost to the lint trap, measuring for continued shrinkage, a comparison of before and after to measure color fastness, and an obviously subjective evaluation of the seams to determine how they stand up to normal wear and tear of washing / drying.
If you do this, Todd, please use a top-loading washer if you can! Top-loaders cause significantly more wear and tear on clothing - up to ten times more! - due to the extra abrasion caused by back-and-forth agitation.
@@Ea-Nasir_Copper_Co many top-loaders use a revolving drum with horizontal axle line and constant rotation as well, so they do the same tumbling.
@@Ea-Nasir_Copper_Co Really? Never heard that! Got a reference for it? I have never liked front loading washers because they tend to be more of a pain to load and unload for me, plus there's mold/mildew concerns. But if there's really that big of a difference I might reconsider.
501's are just 505 with a button fly as far as I understand. The bigger question with Levi's is how a quality denim like cone holds up compared to the more elasticy versions typically found in most brands including most Levi's
Some berber carpet would be a good indicator for wear as using sandpaper allows a granule to snag a twill and rip it, the carpet would indicate more wear IMO.
Great video as always. I have been using Blue Mountain pants not the jeans for over 7 years now. I have a lawn care business and I get over 1 year of heavy use with no problems. The only issue I ran into as with other pants and jeans if pressure washing and get bleach on them a hole will develop with in a week. Now the best little tip, Get your Blue Mountain pants and jeans from Tractor Supply on Black Friday. Most of the time on sale for $9.00 a pair. Another testing I would like to see, UV protection shirts. I use Columbia Men's PFG Terminal Tackle UPF 50 Long Sleeve Fishing Shirts working in the sun all day.
I second that we would love a work shirt video.
I have worn Wrangler jeans pretty much my entire life. Always knew they were pretty reliable. They have lasted me through a lot of tough times. I don't mind them being a bit stiff when new. They soften up over time. Maybe an episode about "PAINT BRUSHES?" 😁
Same here, always Wranglers 13mwz's. They just fit my body good.
One thing I noticed, and I don't know the facts, but the Walmart 13mwz's ($15'ish) are lighter in weight than say Coastal 13mwz's ($25'ish) and don't appear to be the same quality.
Thanks for the video idea.
I've picked up Tractor Supply jeans for $10 on more than one occasion, and while they're not much for style, they do last, which is fine for construction work.
Thanks for sharing!
I really appreciate your ingenuity in creating a testing methodology for every product using the practical resources available. I am certain it is not easy. I am definitely interested in a part two and even a running series. I am most curious about "Tactical" trousers and also hiking pants as well.
I quit buying blue geans after I got my first pair of tacticals, they last far longer & have more freedom of movement. Please test those..
I automatically dismiss anything labeled "tactical" as marketing hype trying to appeal to mall-cop wanna-be "operators". Would be interesting to see if some of them are actually legitimate products. I may have to look again.
@@donhappel9566 🤣TRUE!
@@donhappel9566 a lot of times "tactical" is also darkened "hiking." I would like to see how some of the hiking pants hold up.
I too would love to see some popular tactical/tacticool products such as 5.11 and Crye included. Such a round of comparison would particularly warrant abrasion and all-weather testing. Despite what they're marketed for, I suspect (and in some cases know from experience) that "tactical" gear is often well-suited to hard use around the yard and shop.
I'm looking forward to a round 2. I feel there are different grades of denim found in Levi's and wranglers dependant upon the shade or how dark the color is. I have also experienced that these brands have a value line and a heavy duty line dependent upon the store
Definitely different grades of denim, but good luck figuring out which is which. I bought their "premium" line and it was stiffer, fit worse, and wore out quicker than their normal line... They're made in so many different factories and sweatshops around the world i think the quality depends on the factory and the shift working...
Levi's are much cheaper IMO than 20 years ago. I'm off that wagon.
Carhartt has at least 3 different types denim utility jeans .
Since I destroy close with a quickness I started buying second hand pants at thrift shops. I hate buying a new pair of pants and knowing that within a week or two they are destroyed. It gets expensive. This is a pretty cool video, always wondered how durable different pants are. Keep up the great work Mr. ProjectFarm Dude!
Goodwill ftw!
for some reason, all the stores near me usually have brand new Dickies pants and coveralls with original tags on the racks. These beige colored wrangler denim jeans are usually at one of the stores also...also new with tags..
That's also pretty sustainable to give another pair of jeans a final life
Salvation Army stores. Many of their cloths still have store tickets on them :)
Im self employed plasterer and I ruin jeans within a month. My only criteria is comfort.
This man is a service to the common man. I always do a search on PF before I buy products if I can help it.
Thanks!
This was a great showdown. Would love to see round 2 with the inclusion of Ariat FR jeans, they’re very popular in the Oil and Gas industry. It would also be interesting to see uniform brand jeans/work pants compared as well such as Cintas, Aramark, unifirst, etc
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
I love it! Great suggestions! We need a Rd. 2 with other brands...
Yeah good choices.
Excellent, as always. I stopped wearing jeans many years ago as I felt that they were hot and uncomfortable while working on my knees under houses (HVAC). Loose denim can bunch into folds behind your knees and become uncomfortable or even painful. I switched to standard Dickies work pants and have worn them ever since, even when not at work, but it appears from these tests that the looser weave of denim might actually be cooler in many situations. The "0" air flow materials in this lineup would be very sweaty and uncomfortable in my humid climate, though I find regular Dickies pants to be cooler than jeans.
Walking around with swampass all day isn't very comfortable. As kids we called it SAD; sweaty ass disease.
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
Another great set of tests! The graphs list the Lucky brand as costing $35 instead of $99, but you mention their expensiveness enough times that I don't think it'll confuse anyone.
I noticed that too lol
You can find them routinely at tjmaxx or Marshall's for around that 35 dollar price. I've got a pair on clearance as Dillard's as well in the same range. The original price is closer to the 100 range but why spend it if you don't have to, especially if they're just to destroy them.
Sorry for the error on my part. Should be $99.
Yeah I noticed that also but knew it was an honest mistake. Didn’t bother me.
@@billpattillo9597 Didn't even know you could buy Lucky brand outside of their independent mall stores. That's cool.
Excellent video!!!! And yes, when you do this again you must include the classic $10 Rural King jeans! Carpenter version is a couple bucks more, but I just bought some more and really like them. They are non-washed, so they do require washing or else your laundry may turn slightly blue. Please test these as well and thanks again for excellent and scientific tests!!!!
I worked for 30 years in carpentry, and only knew one carpenter who wore "carpenter's" jeans. Those hammer loops are positioned so that a hammer handle will, if you're moving around at all, whack that little bump on the low outside part of your knee. On the few occasions I have bought "carpenter's" jeans, I have cut off the hammer loop immediately. Get a nail apron, and a hammer holster that goes on your belt.
@@grizzlygrizzle Glad to hear this, I noticed the same thing wearing carpenter jeans, figured I just wasn't 'professional' enough to do them justice.
@@audiobooks636 -- Normal anatomy isn't a lack of professionalism. After a moment's thought, I wonder how the hammer loop evolved historically. Perhaps it was designed as an amenity by someone who didn't test it, or someone thought it would be helpful for just occasional use. What comes to mind is a farmer carrying a few tools and maybe a couple of boards out to mend a fence. But for all day use, the knee-banging isn't the only problem. It takes a lot longer to get a hammer handle into a floppy hammer loop than into a metal-looped hammer holster.
-- There are lots of accidental developments in the evolution of human customs. Some get sorted out through trial-and-error against other options, but sometimes other options don't present themselves, and sometimes the whole thing is too trivial to be bothered with. I think that hammer loops are there only for occasional use, and the jeans with them should be called farmer's jeans. But it's not important enough to change the name.
I've been wearing Lee Carpenter jeans for years, mostly because they happen to fit me more comfortably than any other brand that I've tried. A few years ago they significantly upgraded their materials and I haven't had to patch holes in pockets, or retire jeans due to a blowout since the change. The only major wear spots for me now are the cuffs and the edges of the pockets where my knife and flashlight clips sit.
Lee is easily the best.
For general work around the house pants I have been buying cheap Wranglers and they don't let me down. They are pretty comfortable as well. HOWEVER, I recently tried some $12 Costco jeans and they seem very good as well.
Used to wear Levi’s 550 jeans for many years but they don’t last any more like they used to while prices went up. Switched to Costco Kirkland jeans which you can get them really cheap ($12 or less during sales)and they are holding up pretty well. Only shallow pockets as small negative. Hope you can add Kirkland jeans in your round 2 comparison.
Kirkland clothing underrated.
Yup, went to go buy some Levi's and the denim got way thinner so I didn't buy them...DONE with Levi's. I still have some old ones that have lasted me years.
Levis is losing quality ?
and I still have my 550 jeans I bought years ago but is Kirkland jeans have a semi loose fit and comfort too than I buy them too.
Kirkland jeans are made by Levi's
@@coryshook9634 even if this is true, the price difference is $12 versus $45+ for Levi’s branded jeans.
I don’t know what we would do without your thorough testing… Thank you!!
You are welcome!
This was surprisingly (to me anyhow) one of the most useful showdowns yet as I will be buying based off this immediately!
*I didn't think I would get any useful info out of this! But now I have to buy Summer Jeans and separate Winter Jeans!*
I vote for a Round 2!
I'm impressed with Blue Mountain doing so well on most tests and for the price they are a good buy. The Wrangler Authentic is also a good buy and I have had good luck with those