I recieved my asian tigerstripe pants from MAr and I wore them out to the field for some drop in games this last weekend. I do believe that I have the same pair that were modeled by MAr in his thread on the new products so I guess that makes me special as I got into MArs pants for real!
As for the pants, first I'll comment on sizing as I found the DBD to be roomier than other pants out there. I have some spec ops in XL and Dye in XL but the DBD XL was too big. The L was just right. The construction is top notch, the stitching is very well done all over the pants. No loose ends or funky ends where material and stitching seem to bunch up or run off. The pants are a mix of durable nylon, kevlar and cotton. The tigerstripe is cotton. If that pattern could be done in nylon these would be uber delicious. Otherwise the pants hold up well and are very comfortable. I will however be doing some kind of cuff mod as I drag the back cuff and I preffer a bit tighter fit at the ankles and I don't want to wear this area out prematurely.
The knees as very well padded and super durable, the stretch areas give you more than enough freedom of movement, better than my dye and specops stuff. I can also vouch for the crotch padding as I took a shot to the junk that bounced and I felt no more than a slight tap.
he swab pockets are instinctively in the right place and the zip pockets keep keys and cash secure. The belt is great and gives you alot of room for cinching.
All in all I say that if you are looking for a woodsy pair of technical paintball pants then give these a go as you will be impressed.
Well done MAr, Now when is that dinner and a movie you promised, and remember I don't put out on the first date
