The first day I wore these to work people were like "nice pants." What can I say? They are nice pants.

**** UPDATE *****

Pants are still holding up well 1 year on. They begin tough and can chafe your skin depending on your climate and activities. Over time they soften up some. They react like most BDUs and offer solid protection from rocks and limbs. I have experienced minor color fading on the knees.

Downside is always the same from these BDUs - I find the sizing is larger than advertised, ie you should buy a little smaller than you think. They also don't breath well. But that is the fabric.