Propper ACU Style Pants Sizing

[Chachi]

Just a question to the folks that have some Propper ACU style trousers regarding sizing. Like most pants that I buy, I am right in the middle of a size and I need to get some ordered ASAP for Conflict Europe. I just need feedback on how the Propper pants fit. Here is my dilemma:

I typically wear a 37-38 (waist) pant size which gives me a little bit of room. The Propper sizing goes like this:

Large Regular: 35â€

[Cap n pickles]

Go to andy n bax and git sum! : )

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[Cosmos]

Go to andy n bax and git sum! : )

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From Corvalis that might be too much to drive.
I wear propper bdus and I am a larger man than yourself chachi. I normally wear a size 40 or 42 depending on what brand of clothing. My size is XL and I feel that they fit well and are comfortable. I wear them over my gut not underneath it. I can almost close the button on a Large so in my opinion you should do fine with Large. You don't want them to be too loose.

[Deleteplz]

Go with the XL, buying BDU's with some room is a good idea. At least in my experience.

[LiquidSnak]

Big BDU's=comfort.

Belts are made for waist-lines.

[Tekmatic]

Chachi,

I just ordered Propper ACU cut in Large. I have a 37.5" waist. They come in on Wednesday and I'll let you know how they fit after I've had a chance to pick them up.

[Catch22]

Propper ACU cut allways seemed a bit larger then regular BDU sizing.

[Octose]

[quote="Chachi_RC"]Just a question to the folks that have some Propper ACU style trousers regarding sizing. Like most pants that I buy, I am right in the middle of a size and I need to get some ordered ASAP for Conflict Europe. I just need feedback on how the Propper pants fit. Here is my dilemma:

I typically wear a 37-38 (waist) pant size which gives me a little bit of room. The Propper sizing goes like this:

Large Regular: 35â€

[Chachi]

Thanks guys for all your input. I think I am going to make a run to Salem this weekend to Camo & Gear. Their website says they have some in stock, but I emailed to ask them for sure. I'll just go try some on and figure what works best. I was going to pick some up in Albany (10 miles from me) but the guy told me a month ago that they were on order, and today he told me they are a "few weeks away". Sorry, 2 1/2 months to get them in stock is a bit much. Thanks again all!

[Jester316]

Chachi, it's better to go with the size bigger, and get a good duty or riggers belt. Many people on my team have ripped the crotch in their pants, and I feel that the one size bigger helps alleviate this issue. Plus, like many have said, they are more comfortable, and allow more layering here in the PacNW.

[Chachi]

Just an update, Camo & Gear in Salem has a pair of XL-R Temperate MARPAT pants in stock, and is going to hold them for me until this weekend, when I can go up there and try them on.

I figure the XL will probably be the best, allowing for extra room in case I get fat, or need to wear something underneath. Speaking of, and not trying to sound....gay-ish, do you guys wear a pair of shorts or anything under the pants? I know, totally fruity question, but I have never worn any type of mil-spec pants for combat or airsoft. I am just curious what the norm is I guess. Please don't answer that you just roll "commando" or "duh, I wear underwear". I can figure that part out on my own!

[Junto]

Go with the XL, buying BDU's with some room is a good idea. At least in my experience.

This. Nothing I hate more than wearing a pair that fits, then crouching or straddling over a log and having the crotch tear out. Buying just a little larger is the best way to avoid the issue.

[TMiller]

Just an update, Camo & Gear in Salem has a pair of XL-R Temperate MARPAT pants in stock, and is going to hold them for me until this weekend, when I can go up there and try them on.

I figure the XL will probably be the best, allowing for extra room in case I get fat, or need to wear something underneath. Speaking of, and not trying to sound....gay-ish, do you guys wear a pair of shorts or anything under the pants? I know, totally fruity question, but I have never worn any type of mil-spec pants for combat or airsoft. I am just curious what the norm is I guess. Please don't answer that you just roll "commando" or "duh, I wear underwear". I can figure that part out on my own!

Sounds good, just make sure they're not Tru-Spec brand.

[Chachi]

I have heard that about Tru-Spec. What is it about them that makes them bad? Just curious I guess.

[Catch22]

They're stiff, uncomfortable and fade really fast.