WHY I WEAR METAL PANTS 

I just watched 18 minutes of a guy talking about his pants, but have no regrets. Keep up the great content!

That's one hell of a power stance

I am a biologist and have been working in the forest industry in northern BC for a few years. Several years ago I found a pair of Redhead Bone-Dry pants from the ~70s that look nearly identical to these. I waxed them with beeswax and oiled them lightly and wear them in the winter over merino leggings. I work 10-12 hour days, often in knee-deep snow, and down to -30C. If it's any colder usually we find other things that need to get done... They are incredible. I stay warm and they are relatively waterproof, especially when they are just required to shrug off snow. They maintain mobility, while snowpants (or similar) are awful to walk long distances in. Construction workers laugh at me, but foresters are always interested. They tend to wear the old school army surplus wool pants. Personally, I don't like how those clump snow at the hem, but hats off to functional and traditional clothing. If you are in the outdoors often and need a hard-wearing pant year-round, but especially in the winter, go find a pair of rugged pants with a tightly-woven cotton canvas (this allows it to hold the wax/oil effectively). You won't regret it!

“Once it gets back up in the 60’s you’ll wanna find something else.” Texan: now I see why I’ve never heard of them.

I know why they keep sending you new pants. They take your old pair, clean them up and sell them to Hipsters for twice the price.

so do you have a full metal jacket?

"Metal pants" "Tin pants" hmph I'm interested in these metal pants. "they're made out of cloth" "they feel like tin" well geez, thats disappointing

I'm gonna buy a pair for clubbing.

As a teenager I accidently made a pair of my own when I worked at a Fine Furniture store as a wood finisher. I discovered it after spilling a pot of parafin wax on an old pair of Naval service pants that I used . They became my go to work pants.

"Let me tell you a story" *pulls up a stool

If I were Filson and I saw this, I'd send you a big box of them for making this video. Don't feel bad dude.

I’m a bricklayer, and I destroy every piece of clothing I own. I’ll be giving these pants a try. Thanks for the great review 🧱

I bet when you "take a knee" you tend to land on your left more often than your right. A left handed person would probably be the other way around. I'd love to hear if Filson hears about your video and responds. I don't think you've done anything wrong, a guarantee is what it is and it's awesome that they honor it.

14 pounds of heavy canvas and a half gallon of motor oil

My specialty is being a tugboat Captain in the off shore dredge industry many year’s ago I switched to carhart black bib overhauls and I destroy two to three pair a year. My new found second industry is logging and your tips and advice for gear is very good information thank you and keep up the great videos! God bless you and your family Cody your what we all need to see more of.

My grandpa has had the same double tin pants since before I was born and now that I have joined his logging business I wear them to, and I can sure say in the Cold logging season in minnesota these pants keep me very warm

A tip for tin pants. cut the cuffs out a bit. Buy sail canvas thread. And use the extra material to patch knees as needed. Wax can be rubbed into the patchwork. I used to get a second season out of the pants as a spare pair. Filson is charging made in the usa prices. But only the tin wear is still made here. Tin wear is great for people who actually work.

Try out Iron heart jeans. YOU WILL NEVER GO BACK. You do not miss the price very much between iron heart and filson. It is originally a company from England. However, they have a American store in the North east called "self edge" the filson pants you wear are 15 oz fabric. The standard of iron heart is 21 oz. I have a pair that is made to get stronger the longer you wear them. My pair started out as 21 oz jeans, I have worn them for two years and they are now 23 oz jeans. NO holes or signs of wear, short of discoloration. They also do custom sizing for your person. It is like buying custom boots like nicks just in jean form.

The hole at the bottom of the double-front of the pant also allows you to install knee pads that stay in there, even through wash & dry. I added these knee pads to all of my Carhartt work pants and it makes a huge comfort/safety difference. Always ready & way better than traditional knee pads that have straps that dig into the back of your legs. Roll up knee pads tight & wrap 4-5 times around with a shoelace to keep tightly rolled, DO NOT TIE. Insert knee pad, then wiggle shoelace from around knee pad and your set, you'll never want to live without them!

Gross. I don't think Jack will take them as an inheritance or heirloom. With Jack saying to his kids. "You can still smell your grandpa in these"

"I have been known to pressure-wash myself off a few times" Haha made my day!

So you probably just sold more Filson pants and jackets than any of their salesmen ever have..

I am a hipster and I've been wearing these pants since 1896.

Filson has replaced worn out garments at no charge for me as well. Now, I actually keep two pair of everything. One pair is for hard work and the other strictly for rain and snow repellency and I try to keep them fairly nice. Their wool is first class and very warm. Instead of Filson wax you can use otterwax. Just as good and a lot cheaper.

"Pro tip"--to stop a hole or tear from growing in Levies and similar canvas cloth or even cotton shirt, try working in a little silicone sealer around edges, preferably clear type on the inside so it doesn't show. It only takes a few dabs. This will prevent fraying in successive washes, etc., and even patch some abraded areas or you can use a scrap of denim to patch hole or cut by gluing piece on inside. It will last as long as the garment and retain flexibility. (the bottom of his frayed britches reminded me)

They're using your old pants for research and development

The left knee decayed faster probably because it's the knee you kneel on the ground with

"You will die." The best summation of what its like to wear those in the summer.

Honest my man...one year!?!? That is unbelievable!!!Hard working man right here...

I remember watching this video when it came out this was about the time I was looking for a short cruiser. I love that jacket, the material in general it's extremely durable. I didn't end up getting the filson jacket but I got a Jacket made by Rogue Territory, their Waxed supply jacket. Very similar in construction but it's a more modern look. If you haven't seen it I definitely recommend taking a look at it.

I have a final for my class at 8 in the morning. Stalled on studying to watch a story about a man's pair of pants. Well worth it.

Yes, I don't see there being a 360 video made on this one.

Lol. Glad to hear that. And glad I’m not the only one. I too have been sending my pants back for repairs and they always send me a new pair of pants and some wax. Cannot be more pleased Filson 👍

"it is not Mrs W's favourite pants for me to come and sit on the couch in" --gotta love this man's sense of humor!

I wear metal pants too, but I'm a medieval knight.

How do you have time to run a homestead, RU-vid channel, AND do up your button fly?!

Something that I really love recently is the ratchet belt, it gives you infinite adjustability and a way forward for casual and weight carrying tightness for belt tools, pocket knives or a light firearm.

Is there anything you own that DOESN'T have "an interesting history"?

ive had a pair of these for about 3 years that i got from my father, i use them over my coveralls in the winter time when it gets subzero. man are they nice!!

On a Carhartt pant, the hole in the bottom of the double front is bigger, and i use that to insert a piece of 1/2" closed cell foam as a knee pad.

I use those knee pockets for foam inserts. My knees, need all the protection, they can get.

Here's the Filson warranty..... OUR GUARANTEE AND RETURN POLICY We guarantee every item made by Filson. No more, no less. We believe in our products and stand by the quality of workmanship, craftsmanship and materials in each one. We guarantee the lifetime of each item against failure or damage in its intended usage. OUR GUARANTEE COVERS: Every item for the lifetime of the product Failure of workmanship and craftsmanship Failure of materials Production defects Our guarantee does not cover general wear and damage caused by accident or by using the item for other than its intended purpose. This includes animal damage, damage caused by mishandling via airline or third party shipping companies, extreme wear and third-party alterations made to the item. Likewise, fluctuating fit, abuse of product, and disregard for the product care instructions are not covered. Our guarantee applies to all Filson items purchased by authorized retailers. Please note every item is subject to an evaluation by our Returns Team.

It's a great pleasure to watch a classical video of wranglerstar.

My dad's issued BDU trousers had multi button fly, frankly, that was more comfortable and supportive than a zipper fly.

What color were your pants originally? Predictions: Someone at Filson is getting fired. They are getting 5000 old pair of pants in the mail by the end of the week. The tin pants are going to be sold out by supper. Awesome video, thanks!

I've been using "cargo" pants at a metallurgic shop for a decade. After a year of carrying oily pieces of steel around, they look exactly like yours! Perhaps I should re-sell them as tin pants for a profit... Mmmmmh, free pants 4 life.

Your right leg is stronger and you kneel left knee first, and get up right knee first....right? If so more wear on the left knee. Btw, I hope you were wearing other pants while filming!!!! lmao. Cheers

Wax cotton has a long history. In the middle ages in Europe linseed oil was used to impregnate clothing cotton. Pure Cotton cloths were found in Huaca Prieta in Peru dating back to 2500 BC

Looks very similar to what we have here in nz, we call them oilskins, I wear mine with a pair of origin jeans underneath, the oil soaks into the jeans as well, waterproof and windproof, we have a scrub bush over here called gorse, it's worse than blackberry, but it never gets through a pair of oilskins and jeans, thanks so much for sharing your work gear with us my mate.

Are we going to ignore the fact that he is standing in his speedo to make this video for us ? Lol

Impressive pants, even a more impressive warranty & testimony!!! They may be the toughest clothing ever. Hey Cody, there's a company Duluth Trading that says they make a pair of pants out of the same material fire hoses are made from. You ever hear of them, or known anyone who had them???

Happy Easter Wranglerstar Family!

Well worth the watch. "Size up" is great advice.

Hey Cody you probably wont read this but: Next time you kneel down to work,kneel with your right knee. it will immediately feel strange. All my work pants have a torn out left knee. I wanted to figure this mystery out also. I realized being right handed I always knee on my left knee. BTW I apply obenaufs LP to the knees and cuffs of my pants,essentially turning them into waxed cotton,waterproofs and preserves them. It makes dirt harder to impregnate into the canvas which causes premature wear.

Mister Wranglerstar, Considering the hazard that you have faced as a woodsman, what are some applications of these pants that you wouldn’t suggest? How are they around intense flame (akin to acetylene or Oxy/Acetylene). I’m not certain if these pants are suitable to my life as a plumber. Please respond if you have the capability. I’m always on the scout for a hardier bit of workwear. Thanks, Vince

So how is the rocket cube getting on?

You said your tin pants were a tool and you some times go out to eat while wearing them now would you take you chain saw with you?

Very good and honest report. Love a company that truly stands behind their product. You've made me a fan.

The small hole at the bottom of the double knees is also so you can install knee pad inserts.

Good vid man really enjoy you're content

Me: just one more video. Two AM: this

Oh lord have mercy, Cody the comments ensuing about whether you shot this pantless are too much for me.

In regards to cutting the hem off for safety, I always cut the seams of my pants on both sides about 2 inches or so up vertically. Looks better, fits boots better, and if it tears out, can be sewn back up.

I plan on buying a pair of Tin pants soon. I need something durable and somewhat water proof to wear while wood cutting and other outdoor work. I like that they are made in the USA and are to be something that is to last a long long time. But if you are only getting a year out of them I'm not so sure now.

Tinning Carhartts with a homemade wax based recipe costs a lot less than the Filsons. Love them in the cooler weather. Have a lighter pair of pants that I tinned as well and they are pretty good for warmer weather. Don't wear them into the home.

When he sits down just after saying, "I'm gonna tell you a story", you know its gonna be a good one. Keep up the great work. Really enjoying your channel.

I'm 75 and wore Levis 501 since I was about 9-10 years old... They were just fine until about 6-7 years ago when they started making them in a 'South of the border' country...I ordered 3 pairs online from Sears...made in 3 different countries, all fit differently, and the 'denim' is maybe 1/2 as thick as the old USA made Levis.

I wonder if in a year they'll start putting patches on all the pants that get shipped to them.

I wear metal pants too. In Minecraft.

Let the hipsters pay for your work pants!

Mechanics you will love them for winter

I wouldn't feel too bad about all the "free" pants if i were you Cody. Consider this.... 1) those new pants were produced in a very refined, efficient process with the lest cost possible while still maintaining the quality and workmanship standards. 2) Look at those pants and try to how much time and effort it would take to just replace the front thigh panels and finish with pair of pants that match the original quality. It's probably impossible to do, period. And, even if it was possible, it would likely cost them as much, or more, than 3 or 4 pairs off of the production line. Besides all that, they are maintaining and promoting their brand "mystic" (that's that chorus of angels you hear when open the box on a new pair 😇) and customer loyalty. I love the channel. May you and your family be blessed beyond measure.

Next up: what is in my tin pants pockets?

I thought the hole by the knee's was for knee pads, to slip them in there that way. (Especially on Carhartt pants) that's what I use it for, they sell those honeycomb knee pads for those plants specifically.

That's why I wear Duluth, forever warranty, I bought 5 pairs of firehose workpants like 8 years ago. Haven't had to buy pants since. Admittedly the fire hose pants aren't as durable as these, but for what I do, they last well over a year.

Think I gotta stay with carhartt pants for the price

Lol don’t wear them over 50 - 60 degrees guess i cant wear them like ever

I’ve never heard of these pants before, but now I’ll look into grabbing a pair. 👏🏾 Thanks.

Hey @Wranglestar, I maybe got some summer pants for you - Pentagon BDU 2.0 - I must stress this as well well, I am also not affiliated in anyway with them, I just love those pants for work or chores, even for leisure. Got two pairs and I'm pondering on getting more. I thought of pointing them out when you mentioned the ripping problem - these are extremely durable (polyester), the meterial is sewn in a rip-stop technique, and what I love most about them - they don't stain. They plain refuse to. I got tomato sauce on them, took it off with my finger, no red stain; just a dark spot from the grease, but no red particles in the fabric. I wore and worked in them for a week, they looked clean in most parts. Only the knee area (also double layer) was a tint tad dirty from kneeling on wet earth. And oh yeah, they don't get wet easly on rain, although they're not impregnated. They are unexpensive too, 35$ tops.

Another great informative video. TY Cody.

you can't beat them for working in the woods during the rain cold and snow great pants expensive but worth it

We call the type of marks&fades behind the knee "Honeycombs" and the one at your crotch whiskers. And they add so much character, and no two people have the same kind! Love it. Nice pants.

"I wanna lean your pants against the wall, girl.."

Damn man, do you ever do laundry? 💩

Literally just got my tin pants in the mail two days ago! 👍

I just bought that pair. They take a lot of use getting use to. But I like them. Great video

I work outside year round as a framer in Canada, really been trying to find a good brand of clothing to wear in the winter. After this video decided I was gonna give Filson a try... Until I saw every piece of clothing costs hundreds...

"Why I write titles in all caps" No joke really want to know.

Made in Sri Lanka Material: 14-oz. 100% cotton oil finish Tin Cloth

One thing not mentioned in a couple of videos I’ve seen is how comfortable they become after warming up. You’d think being such stiff and robust material they would chafe behind the knees like a new pair of jeans. Not so! I use mine camping on my land. They are great work pants cutting and splitting wood and they’re excellent later around the fire. Sparks won’t phase them. Mine must be 20 years old. Never washed! No tears or holes.

the replacement shows you just how high the profit margin is on their products. Some of their things are ridiculously expensive for ridiculous items like the accessory gifts like notepad covers for $80 or whatever...a $300 canvas wallet. Products like those i would guess could be made from scrap material. Even if they're cut from rolls, it's no more than $1 of material. It's canvas and wax, no spendy inputs there. Considering other pants with heavyweight materials, durable construction, and tough stitching can be had for 1/4 the price, do you think the other 3/4 is the cost of a wax soak? I have one of their bags also. It's an older, simple bag, nice heavy leather straps, and good quality construction. . Do I believe there is $300 of solid value in that bag? not a chance.

Made in USA, now that's a subject i often think about, muricans (said the yurpean) are so proud of their MADE IN USA... for a good reason, i for one wear DVS Skate Shoes made in USA because after wearing a pair of skate shoes for about 14/15 years and throwing them away just because the part that touches the ground (idk the name in murican) was just worn the fk out of by allot of stuff like hundreds of KM walked and millions of gears changed on my motorcycle and all sorts of outdoor shiz the top side looked like brand new made me believe that MADE IN USA is a thing i can respect. Idk if the things build in USA are build by aliens or somfin but hey... you muricans can shure make good stuff that a small percentage of us yurpeans really appreciate. Keep making awesome stuff muricans i love you.

thought that small hole in the knee was for foam knee pads that you roll up and slide into place, where they can then unroll inside that cavity and protect your knees.

Filson Clothing is like Craftsman tools.. OUR GUARANTEE AND RETURN POLICY We guarantee every item made by Filson. No more, no less. We believe in our products and stand by the quality of workmanship, craftsmanship and materials in each one. We guarantee the lifetime of each item against failure or damage in its intended usage. OUR GUARANTEE COVERS: Every item for the lifetime of the product Failure of workmanship and craftsmanship Failure of materials Production defects

I don't think your pants lasted as long as you THINK they did, lol. You are not getting in my car wearing those !!

Hey Cody, so your inquiry about why your left knee gets blown out more than your right got me wondering. I went back and watched a good dozen or two of your videos. You are a left knee kneeler for sure. You tend to put your left knee on the ground and either lunge with your right in the air or simply avoid major contact to the ground. Obviously didn't have much going on today. Thanks for the videos, always a pleasure and keep it up!

Hi. 5 year ago I did a job for a pen pushing mate who out of desperation for cash ended doing some work for his brother in law as a top dressing aircraft fertilizer loader. The fertilizer company owned the top dressing aircraft company which gave my mate work clothing. After my stint he gave me all the clothes as they did not fit him so I ended up with a beautiful collection of '' Fristad'' & "Skillers" work pants which I use for saw work and engineering and have not washed them to date. So far not a single tear apart from the reflective tape perishing. Believe it or not the 2 brands are Swedish.

"but I mean, once you start hitting around 50-60 degrees, its time for something else" so, never wear in australia?

HA! I broke my collar bone too mountain biking. Came down off a 12 foot drop and somehow bucked and crumpled into the ground. My right side isnt lower but its a little further back than my left.

I can’t believe how much prices have gone up on filson, I bought a double mackinaw cruiser in 1994 for $89.00 and at the time, tin pants were $59.00.