These chaps so far have been great. They fit well on the top button for me (I wear 34 long jeans). They are not to heavy either, and completely briar proof. I've only worn out 3 times while training my dog, but it was in very thick willow cover with a bunch of thistles. I didn't feel a single thistle poke. I was able to put them on over my size 10 boots fairly easily. They are loud though when you are walking. It sounds like you are wearing snow pants and rubbing your legs together with each step. Will make it a little harder to stalk weary roosters a bit harder late season, and anytime I use for dear hunting. (I live in Montana, most deer hunting is spot and stalk). Plenty of room to wear lots of warm layers underneath. I'm sure as they break in, some flaws will change, others will stay the same. Overall, they seem well built, and an investment to last a lifetime.