They aren't the BEST slacks in the world, but they are really really good. When I sit, there is no tightness. When I buy pants in my size.. they normally tight in the rear end section.. these pants are comfortable as heaven or some Asian lady with soft hands messaging my back or its equivalent. I was going to give it 3 stars but now that I think about it. I thought my last Haggar pants were the best... this.. this one right here... that I am wearing right now. would have to be the best I have had so far for my life. That might be sad... but they are worth my money and yours. Nothing should ever be 5 stars unless it were specially made in heaven just for you.