Because all of the Wrangler "colors" fall under this single item, I can't give it 5 stars. I think these and the premium version 47MZW versus 13MZW are the best jeans available -- if you want real jeans. The denim is heavy, the rivets are smooth and on the back too, the zipper is heavy duty and there are 7 belt loops not 5 like Levi's. I'm an older guy with a long torso and I like the full rise.

But, I had a bad size problem with the indigo. The best inseam for me is 31 inches. I have had 3 pair of pre-washed 34x30s (1 from Tractor Supply and 2 from Amazon - so different retail sources) for a few months and though I experienced no obvious shrinking, 31s would be better. There are no 34x31s in pre-washed, only indigo. So I ordered a couple indigos and tossed them in the washer when they arrived. I know they fit, right? Not so! The indigos are at least 1.25 inches smaller in the waist. This is not a washing issue because the length is spot on 1 inch longer. They are smaller all the way through the legs. Something is wrong here! Pre-washing does not make jeans larger! Smaller maybe, but not larger. This is not stiffness, which is to be expected. I called Amazon and even though they had been washed, they authorized a return at their expense. What can you say about Amazon?

So, buyer beware, you might be sending some jeans back. Sizing is all over the map and rarely matches your waist. You have to be made to feel slim! You measure where you wear your jeans and you are bigger than the size you wear. Some brands are way over the stated size. If you wear a 37 in these and a 36 in Levi's, don't let that make a difference. Find out what fits and go with those.

But, Wrangler, come on! Please be consistent.