As everyone has attested here, the filson double-tin chaps are tough as nails. I bought a pair 6 years ago when I worked at Galyan's (now Dic_k's [:'(]) and they are still in excellent shape. I haven't really hunted in them for 2 years but I really tore though some thick MO rosebriar in when I was hunting them. Also, the filson Highlander hunting boot is the absolute BEST boot I've ever worn. I will be getting them re-soled when the time comes...