Customer Reviews Carhartt Rugged Flex® Relaxed Fit 8" Canvas Shorts

Unique. Odd fit. Not stretchy, not canvas, not sure what the material is. Has an interior drawstring for some reason with elastic waistband. Carhart used to make a canvas short, same material as their long pants but no more.I bought two pair, returning one as I've tried to wear a pair and the fit and feel is odd.

Not the same rugged material as my work pants.

These shorts are fantastic. The drawstring needs to go. I just ended up cutting it out.

They are my favorite work shorts. I like the 8" inseam, which allows me to kneel without binding. I'm not sure what the drawstring idea is for, as I always wear a belt. I like the phone/tool pocket, too. I'll buy more when I wear these out.

My fault, I bought the wrong short. I'm not a fan of the rugged flex. I was looking for a pair of shorts like Model BS52514-M because of the phone pocket but with a shorter inseam. The rugged flex do have a 1" shorter inseam and a phone pocket but didn't like the "flex" waistband with the drawstring that I didn't know it had. It's also a little baggie for my taste. It's not a bad short and may be just what someone else is looking for, just not my cup of tea.

I wish Carhartt would go back to their old style shorts. I'm 6'4" 210 slim build and these shorts in a 36" waist have no extra room in the legs. They aren't skin tight but aren't far from it. Sending back.

Arrived as stated, look great, fit great!

Excellent design and fit. Thank you

Very comfortable, perfect inseam length, cell phone pocket is great. Too expensive though.

The size 33 was perfect.

These shorts are made from durable, comfortable canvas fabric. I like the 8 inch inseam (the 11" inseam on my Carhartt utility shorts makes the short get hung up on the knee when getting from bending down or kneeling) The drawstring is not useful, and I don't see how you can get a tight enough because it's on the inside of the shorts The crinkled, or gathered, material in the flexible waist band is irritating on the skin. If these shorts had a fixed waistband and no drawer string with the 8-in and seam it would be the perfect short in my opinion.

Fit is perfect

Love the shorts

Why would Carhartt change their Style 104198217 This has been a very functional and durable short with 95% nylon and 5% spandex They chose to go to a 98% cotton fabric in the same style. What work men would wear such a hot short to work in. Not only that it absorbs stains and shrinks three sizes down. Will look elsewhere in the future. Bad choice Carhartt

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I love the comfortable fit

They fit perfectly and are very comfortable!

The cell phone pocket is the reason these are the only shorts I buy. Nobody else puts one in and it is do handy and necessary. Everything about the shorts is top quality, sturdy, well constructed and worth the money.

Good fit and style in preferred color. I was seeking color coordinated relaxed fit outfits. The corresponding terracotta plaid shirt and terracotta cap were an ideal combination. Free Carhartt Groundbreaker shipping is a great incentive.

It's perfect size and color for me

Very nice. I like the shorter length than other Carhartt's! Wish I could get other colors! Maybe in the spring?

True to fit and a great price

Great fit. Cell phone pocket is well placed. Great heavy but stretch fabrics,

Best shortsrugged and a great length!

The shorts fit very well and are a thicker, sturdier material.than the typical shorts at WalMart. Good product.