Men's Vertx Phantom Lightweight Tactical Pants

I just received three pair of these today. I ordered them for use in Afghanistan. Having read several reviews here stating they run "two inched too small in the waist", I ordere mine in a size 38 inch waist instead of the usual 36" that I wear. That was a mistake! I was swimming in them when Itried them on! I hate to say it, but I think some of my brothers in arms here don't realize they've put on some extra pounds since their last purchase. :-) I gifted the three pair to a friend this morning and am ordering more this vening in "my usual size".

I'm really digging the new Phantom LT pants. They conceal my sidearm nicely in the front pocket and fit well. Best part... they aren't cat hair magnets. Good job Vertx!

Waist is at least 2" smaller than every other pant I've worn. If you are a 34 waist, order a 36 ion Vert X.

The pants themselves are great. Love the material and quality of material. However, after wearing many pairs of the original I was disheartened to see the waist on the new Lightweights I received from LA Police Gear had much smaller waist. Not just a little that might be attributed to holiday weight gain, but at least a 2" smaller waist. I have no idea if these are fluke, since on reviewer mentioned his were 2" too big. I am going to return this pair and actually order another pair from Tactical Pants this time to see if they have the same issue. I want to love this pants but cannot even begin to wear the exact same size I wear in the original. This is very frustrating. I just wish someplace had them locally to try on first.

I bought three pairs of the new Phantom LT pants and love the material. For my work I've been wearing the original pant for almost two years. I also have the multicam pant which also feels great.