The shorts are what I expected, given past experience with carhartt.  The other reviewer was right about it being long enough for tall guys.  I am pretty tall, and the length is perfect in that it covers my legs all the way to the knees, but not below.  I carry a limited number of tools, and a telephone, and constantly get in and out of a vehicle, for my job and these have very well designed pockets for carrying a few hand tools, out of the way so they don't stab the truck seat.  The truly unique and excellent features of carhartt are attention to detail, and sparing no expense for quality.  However, I hope I haven't spoken too soon, as we shall see how long they last.