Husqvarna chaps or heavy cotton bib overalls

[MasterMech]

I did try on several styles before finding one I liked.

Which ones were those? Inquiring minds need to know....

 

[Flamestead]

Hmmm, after a brief search they were located. Looking at them for the first time since February, the reason I was remembering some were built where the protection stops early is because the pair I have are somewhat built that way. The protection stops an inch or two below the crotch of the pants. I did try on multiple types (my wife maintains a supply room for a crew), and these were the ones that seemed best, but now I'm second-guessing why (I still think some stopped the protection even lower down the thigh).

http://foresterchainsawparts.com/Ch...thing/Forester-Winter-Chainsaw-Pants-p48.html

I do like the high back and the tie at the cuffs to keep out snow, they are quite warm and wind-proof.

12-ply, meets ASTM F1897-2008 39JY, with a UL label.

 

[maple1]

Yes, I have both. I use the chaps in the warmer 3 seasons, and the pants in the cold/snow. Last winter was my first year with the pants, and I was pleased. I did try on several styles before finding one I liked. Some makers stop the protection partway up the thigh - if I'm going to go to the bother of putting them on I may as well get the full benefit.

I've only ever had pants. If it's cold, I just make sure I've got my long undies on. I might check out the chaps when these pants wear out - will likely come down to pricing at that time.