Update 5/15/18-
I can not get him out of these shorts.
He wears them daily as his go-to, bum around after work & shower, errands, projects, etc.
I left them at my mom's and he panicked when he thought they were lost.

You gotta understand, this guy is picky. I gave up buying clothes for him.
So for him to Own these to the point of being a fave, they have to be made well first and look good 2nd.
O'Neill nailed it. They do both and still look new 20 washes later.

One more add, they swim well but take a while to dry so not quite board short drying time.

Original review-
This really is a cargo short you can wear around town AND swim in.
Looks like a cargo. Fits like a cargo.
Relaxed leg, even for his naturally thick thighs which, was his main concern.

Classic board shorts are made for surfer type thin bodies & rarely can he get ones that fit his waist, over his thighs.

The 36 waist fit true to size & so did the rest.
He can slip into cargos no problem, it's his go to, and the O'Neill's copied a classic cargo fit.
Size to what you'd wear in a cargo or khaki.
The relaxed fit does give a bit more room so if you're between sizes, you could go down.

Here's what's cool.
They feel brushed micro fiber soft on the outside but made of quick dry board short type material.
Also, there's a "graphic" ( for lack of a better way of putting it) that almost makes it looks like a gaberdine weave but it's not woven. Just lightweight quick dry material.

The leg pockets are deep with 2 small Velcro strips on each pocket for secure seal or to just open one side to grab phone or keys.
One side does have O'Neill logo.

Back pockets button.
Front is button & zipper, no tie.
Also, no liner, so if you're going swimming, better have quick dry briefs.

O'Neill really has outdone themselves.
These are the go to summer shorts.
Looks great with a shirt thrown on top while giving you the option to get wet.