I ordered 2 pair of Proper taclite pants in Coyote and Grey and 2 pair of 5.11 in Charcoal and Black.

Comparison and features: Proper averaged $10 less in price and quality is almost as good as 5.11. The stitching on the 5.11 pants is better, the stitch is better fused but that's not to say Proper stitching was bad. Weight of material and over-all quality is about equal. Both offer a knee pad pocket on the inside of the leg ... I shoot IDPA so this feature does come in handy. One big plus with the 5.11 is having the extra mag/light pocket. I also like the reinforced over stitching on the right pocket where we carry our clip-on knife, it's a nice touch.

Fit: I see many reviews that 5.11 runs small and most reviews seem to be from taller guys based on your pant length. I am 5'9" and wear a 30" or 32" length depending on the pant. Typically 32" in jeans but with cargo, dress or taclite pants I like a 30" inseam so it doesn't bunch around my boot. The waste and length on the 5.11 pants is true-to-fit IMO. My only pet-peeve is they are too baggy in the crotch, baggier than Proper pants. I'm sure this is due to the diamond gusseted crotch that 5.11 sews in (yes I had to Google what a gusseted crotch was) Proper pants are a better over-all fit.

Bottom Line: I really like my 5.11 taclite pro pants. The poly/cotton blend will breathe but also has a moisture wicking property. I do not like the baggy crotch and may try a smaller waist size on my next pair to see if that helps.