I have never understood the purpose of elastic waistbands other than to stroke the egos of emotionally weak men who can't admit they gain weight.  These however are very comfortable, nice looking casual pants.  No pulling across the back, seat or thighs, and the rear seam does not run up my butt as many classic fit pants do.  They are winter-weight, too hot in the summer.  They have 1 cargo pocket instead of the traditional two, but I never use those pockets for anything.  The rear pockets have flaps, but I prefer rear pockets without flaps; flaps make it hard to get your wallet out and their corners usually develop a permanent upwards curl.  Potential buyers should note the comments about the pocket liners.  All pants have white liners but they normally don't show due to the overlap.  These pants have normal overlap only when the elastic waistband is fully retracted.  As it stretches it reduces the overlap and at about 1/2 stretched the liner becomes visible.  If that bothers you be sure to buy your normal size so they fit without stretching.  The waistband stretches about 8 inches, allowing you to buy smaller than normal pants if you are so inclined.