Filson Double Tin Pants No Longer Made In America? [One Year Review And Rewaxing With Otter Wax]

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Жыл бұрын

My honest review on some of the most expensive pants I've ever purchased as well as how to rewax them using Otterwax.
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@condorito692 7 ай бұрын

Excellent content, I do appreciate your experiences with other smaller companies doing, building their products in America.

@willthaxton44 Жыл бұрын

I've wore these pants 5 days a week for three months now. I'm a hardwood lumber inspector by trade and I'm very hard on pants. So far, I would recommend them. It is disappointing that they are no longer made in America. Also, the warranty is not the same. They will still repair them for free but not replace them. Definitely not the most comfortable pair of pants. I would wear a base layer underneath . For those of you worried about the cleanliness not being able to wash them, they don't stink at all. I think the wax prevents the fabric from absorbing anything. I once laid in a parking lot changing a tire in the rain and did not get wet.

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your informative comment!

@willthaxton44 Жыл бұрын

@@evergreenorganics I'm definitely going to check out Red Clouds. I moved to Portland 3 years ago but I've never heard of them. I do prefer the slash front pockets and the option of suspenders on Filson. All the extra pockets on RC is nice and made in America is important. Filson has been bought out couple times and the new owners don't seem to share the original vision.

@956chrisss Жыл бұрын

This was probably the most informative video on waxed pants! Thanks!

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome. I’ll keep ‘em coming!

@RichPober 5 ай бұрын

Excellent review. I wash waxed cotton on a cold wash without washing powder to get the grime out, and then re-wax it after it has dried. Always support local production, but Filson are a good company and provide excellent customer care for many years after having bought one of their products.

@evergreenorganics 5 ай бұрын

Filson does have outstanding customer service. I had to send these in after my suspender buttons ripped out and they paid for the shipping and everything.

@nathanthornton102 8 ай бұрын

Also I love your commitment to buy US made goods. It’s something so many people don’t care about but should and I love to see other people willing to pay money to support American manufacturing. Especially my fellow tradesmen.

@evergreenorganics 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words friend. Since making this video I discovered a company called Prison Blues. It’s USA made workwear made by prisoners out in Oregon, they have a program to give inmates work skills for when they are released. Their stuff is affordable and super tough.

@nathanthornton102 8 ай бұрын

@@evergreenorganics I will definitely check them out. Thanks for the info man! I just gave you a sub also. Looking forward to more content like this!

@TheSoftBerm 2 ай бұрын

We all wanna see the Red Clouds Collective pants review!!! 🎉🎉🎉

@evergreenorganics 2 ай бұрын

I’ve got it filmed. Just finishing up the video editing. Should drop in the next day or so.

@marc1al90 Жыл бұрын

Look into the Round House clothing. All Made in the USA and very affordable. Get a pair of their duck canvas and wax it yourself.

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

I’ll have to check them out. Thanks for the tip friend! Ok EDIT I just checked them out and they look like an awesome company. I like that they sell rigid unwashed clothing if you want that option. Reminds me of Prison Blues which is another kick ass American made workwear company, only the clothes are made by prisoners through a government program that teaches work skills to prisoners.

@marc1al90 Жыл бұрын

@@evergreenorganics making a video waxing a pair of pants from either company would be good 👍🏾

@BHFDBHFD Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel great video to bad filson makes overseas now gonna give red cloud a shot im in the same trade very hard on pants and boots thanks for info keep them videos coming over and out

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching friend. Red Clouds Collective goes on sale a couple times a year and their pants are $50 off when they go on sale. That’s when I bought mine.

@flugit 10 ай бұрын

I'm a logger in Washington, I wear tins all winter as rain gear. These are tough but I have shredded a pair before. I wish these were made in America too but what I love about filson is they'll fix em when they do get ripped. For the price of 180$ at my local saw shop and them being almost completely double layered vs 300$ for those red clouds that look like a waxed version of Carhartts I'll take filson plus I doubt red cloud will pay for shipping and fix them for you for free when you rip em.

@evergreenorganics 10 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you. I’m not sure about this but I have heard that Filson changed their repair policy. I’ll have to look into that. I’ll post a review on the Red Clouds pants soon. They’re extremely high quality but the cut is like a skinny jean almost. Not ideal for working in the woods bending over constantly. They also don’t have bachelor buttons which isn’t the end of the world to have to put them on but for that price point it should be an option. I’ve been in contact with the Prison Blues factory and I’m hoping they will start making waxed canvas pants. Their stuff is awesome.

@flugit 10 ай бұрын

@@evergreenorganics prison blues is good stuff id give their waxed britches a go for sure. As for filson s repair policy, I had a pair I got last winter as a back up that got snagged on a maple limb and a tear pretty much from where they drop to just a single layer all the way to the bottom. Filson repaired them free of charge but the repair was capped with a new hem, I can't have a hem for safety reasons. I told them that, they sent me a new shipping label are expediting a new repair that doesn't need a hem or they'll replace them and are on the way back there as we speak. Their customer service is really good.

@evergreenorganics 10 ай бұрын

@@flugit wow that is good customer service. I’m not sure why they went to hemming all the new tin pants. They must know guys who are loggers don’t want hemmed pants.

@jackyjeans Жыл бұрын

great one! thanks for this video

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@ryonbutler3963 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Good info.

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

Hey you’re very welcome. I’ve got a few more waxed canvas videos planned for a Stormy Kromer vest and those Red Clouds Collective pants.

@austindurlam8316 Жыл бұрын

I’m a logger in the pnw, i wear filson tin pants all winter because i hate rain gear. This is my second winter with my tin pants and they have held up amazing! I’m pretty hard on my pants at work and have to rewax my pants at least 2 times a month

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out my video. Yeah they are tough bastards. My guess is unless you tear them pretty bad you’ll get a couple more years out of them. Worth the coin.

@eagleeyes9770 2 ай бұрын

The Filson is a great work cut! Red Cloud and Sidnaw seem like tailored fit fashion styles… haven’t tried Chiano Farmer or Grease Point Workwear yet, but these two seem to be the best work cut made in USA 👍

@evergreenorganics 2 ай бұрын

I’ve heard of both but haven’t tried them yet. Wife is gonna kill me if I spend any more money on workwear in the next few decades lol.

@seankusmc163 9 ай бұрын

That was a great review. Thank you. How are they for warmth compared to jeans? I wear Filson wool pants in the winter. I am looking for something to wear in the fall that’s a little warmer than a pair of denim jeans.

@evergreenorganics 9 ай бұрын

So they do not breath at all. I would not recommend wearing them in temps above 50 degrees. I also always wear wool long johns under them as the waxed canvas is not the most pleasant feeling against bare skin. I wear these from fall until the temps rise up in spring.

@MemphisCorollaS 9 ай бұрын

Great content. Have you tried converting bib overalls into tin cloth? I wonder if it would be difficult with the increased amount of seems and pockets. I wonder if it would even be worth it.

@evergreenorganics 9 ай бұрын

I made some Duluth firehouse pants into tin pants. Was a pretty serious undertaking, but I still have them.

@MahdiTheMagician Жыл бұрын

Too bad about the overseas manufacturing. I am thinking of getting a pair to work outside with my dog in the winter.

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

I agree. Red Clouds Collective is definitely worth checking out if you want a level of quality Filson used to have. I think their waxed canvas pants are on sale right now too. Thanks for your comment.

@legitglu9307 6 ай бұрын

Really hope you put out the Red Cloud Collective video review. Would love to hear your opinion on it.

@evergreenorganics 6 ай бұрын

I have been planning and putting off that video for too long!!! After some time in those pants I definitely have some experience to share about their upsides and downsides for sure. I’m working on editing a different video currently but after that I think it’s time for a Red Clouds video. Thanks for watching my channel dude!

@IsaChentnik Жыл бұрын

I have a pair of duluth firehose pants that I almost never wear. They are too warm most of the time. But i do use them hunting, was wondering if waxing them would be a good idea when out in the woods?

@IsaChentnik Жыл бұрын

Or i guess what is the advantage of waxed pants?

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

The advantage of waxed canvas is it becomes much more wear and tear resistant and also water resistant.

@voidnausea 8 ай бұрын

Great video. Made overseas but they seem like a solid pant and they still employ American workers at least. I went ahead and bought em. Also, nice Stormy Kromer hat you got there bud. I’ve known about Red Clouds for years now but they’re too slim fit for me. I’m a railroader and can’t imagine climbing cars in those.

@evergreenorganics 8 ай бұрын

That’s my biggest gripe about the red clouds pants, too slim. I made this video quite a while ago but I soon found out that I reach for the Filson tin pants every time between the two. Also my suspender buttons fell out so I reached out to Filson and they are repairing them for free including shipping to and from their facility. Pretty cool of them to do that.

@voidnausea 8 ай бұрын

I hear their repair policy is pretty solid and the customer is still kept in mind. As long as you’re not taking a blade or pliers to these things with the intent of destroying them, Filson stands by their products. Unlike some other American companies with factories overseas I know. (Stetson..) I look forward to getting mine in the mail in the coming days. I wear the short cruiser nowadays layered over a wool sweater in the winter of Colorado and it’s better than any Patagonia puffy coat or whatever fancy fabric Coloradan men wear these days.

@evergreenorganics 8 ай бұрын

@@voidnauseaI’m the same way, wools and tin cloth are all I wear in the winter. They’ve worked for many men for centuries before I was even alive.

@voiceovervixen9507 2 ай бұрын

I bought the journeyman on a trip to DC at one of their stores. I wore it one time. ONE TIME. I tried to return it immediately after because the straps did not fit comfortably for long-term wear. I told Filson that I had worn the item. I was very clear about the situation. I sent the bag back. They sent it back to me saying it was not saleable because it was worn. Yeah I told them that. I contacted customer service again because I can't beleive that a $500 bag isn't returnable after 1 use. I was denied again. They say it's their 'policy'. WTF kinda policy is that? They don't care at all about customer satisfactions. So yes I have a very expensive, cool looking, uncomfotable bag that I can't travel with as planned. I will never spend money with them again. Reply

@larslarson6171 Жыл бұрын

When are you reviewing the red cloud pants?

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

I’m currently filming cutting trees for the barn but I hope to do that review within the month.

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

I’ll give you a spoiler though…they are easily worth the money. My only gripe is that they are a little bit tight in the thighs but I’m a power lifter so I have larger than normal thighs for my waist.

@nathanthornton102 8 ай бұрын

That truly has to be the thickest beard that I have ever seen in my life.

@evergreenorganics 8 ай бұрын

Haha! Thanks bud, it’s a gift from my dad.

@allisonekelly Жыл бұрын

Lookin’ good

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

Thank you ma’am.

@evergreenorganics Жыл бұрын

We outta get you some of those Red Clouds

@woody6791 2 ай бұрын

Any video on the RCC?

@evergreenorganics 2 ай бұрын

My guy! I took some time off from making videos after my son was born but my next video will be on the RCC waxed canvas pants. Should be released this Sunday evening if I can get the editing done Saturday night, if not, Monday. I’m really glad there’s an interest in these pants because they were not quite what I expected when I purchased them.

@woody6791 2 ай бұрын

@@evergreenorganics Awesome! Congrats for your son 💪. I will look forward for the video, I just ordered the GN01 waxed pants this morning and can’t wait to try them! Just found your channel and subscribed, amazing stuff! Keep up the great attitude. Cheers from Quebec 🤜🤛

@evergreenorganics 2 ай бұрын

@@woody6791 hello there my northern neighbor! You’re going to like those pants.

@evergreenorganics 2 ай бұрын

I finally got the video finished. It’s out now on my channel.

@woody6791 2 ай бұрын

@@evergreenorganics YES!!🙌