Lee has changed the weave and color of this short. The new weave is coarser and has striations that were not present in the previous iteration. The color also appears lighter than it used to, which could be a function of the new weave and/or a change in the actual dye. Upon inquiry with Lee customer service I was informed the that their fabric supplier changed and indeed the weave is not the same. They are aware of the differences in feel and appearance, but the model number remains the same.