Heavy original canvas
The 11.5 oz all-cotton version avoids confusing it with lighter flex variants.
Duluth Trading Co.
Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169
Original 11.5 oz cotton Fire Hose cargo pants with gusseted crotch, triple-stitched seams and tuckable pocket flaps.
- Score
- 7.2/10
- Life
- 6 yrs
- Cover
- 0 mo
Price history
$79.95
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Product Overview
Duluth's current original Fire Hose cargo pant uses prewashed 11.5 oz 100% cotton canvas with FendOff water/stain treatment. A Crouch Gusset, relaxed fit, triple-stitched seams, utility pockets and cargo flaps that can tuck in or out support kneeling and tool access. The current price is $79.95. Thi...
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- OverviewBrand
- Duluth Trading Co.
- OverviewProduct category
- workwear-pants-and-outerwear
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 6 years
- Materials & BuildMaterial
- Triple-stitched seams; Crouch Gusset
- Warranty & ServiceWarranty
- 0 months
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Accessible cargo design
Tuckable flaps switch between secure and open access.
Stress seams reinforced
Triple stitching and a gusset address repeated crouching loads.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.2
workwear pants and outerwear fit is backed by workwear pants and outerwear materials and the current 8.2 score.
Feature Richness
6.1
Feature set stays practical for workwear pants and outerwear without adding obvious replacement pressure.
Build Quality
8.2
workwear pants and outerwear materials and reinforced construction signals support the 8.2 build score.
Reliability Score
8.0
6-year expected life, documented warranty terms, and repair access support dependable use.
Longevity
Durability Rating
8.4
6-year expected life is supported by workwear pants and outerwear materials and maintainable ownership signals.
Wear Resistance
8.2
workwear pants and outerwear materials is scored against travel abrasion, handling wear, and expected cosmetic aging.
Component Replaceability
5.8
Repair and parts access keep worn components from defining the whole product lifespan.
Design Timelessness
8.0
Simple workwear pants and outerwear design avoids trend-led replacement during the 6-year window.
Serviceability
Repairability
6.0
Repair access is included in the score; verify regional parts and service before buying.
Spare Parts Availability
5.6
Duluth Trading Co. support and parts access inform the long-term service score.
Warranty Coverage
5.6
documented warranty terms backs the expected 6-year ownership window.
Service Network
5.3
Duluth Trading Co. support plus regional service availability drive this score.
Value
Total Cost of Ownership
8.2
$80 over 6 years is helped by repair access and long service life.
Resale Value Retention
5.9
Duluth Trading Co. reputation and long-life materials support resale confidence.
User Satisfaction
8.0
Owner reputation is reflected until WeBuyItForLife.com has more direct owner reviews.
Total Cost of Ownership Calculator
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$11.13
Per Year
$66.76
Over 6 years
Calculation: (Purchase Price + Total Maintenance - Resale Value) ÷ Lifespan
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 last?
The Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 by Duluth Trading Co. is built to last 6+ years under normal use. This estimate is based on our analysis of build quality (8.2/10), durability rating (8.4/10), and wear resistance (8.2/10).
Is the Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 easy to repair?
The Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 scores 6.0/10 for repairability and 5.6/10 for spare parts availability. Some repairs may require basic tools, and spare parts are moderately available.
What warranty does the Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 come with?
The Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 comes with a 0-month (0 year) warranty from Duluth Trading Co.. Our warranty coverage score is 5.6/10, and the service network score is 5.3/10.
Is the Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 worth the price?
At $79.95, the Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 has a total cost of ownership score of 8.2/10 and resale value retention of 5.9/10. With an expected lifespan of 6 years, the cost per year works out to approximately $13.33 — making it an excellent long-term investment.
What is the overall BIFL quality score for the Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169?
The Men's Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Cargo Work Pants 000048169 achieves an overall BIFL quality score of 7.2/10, evaluated across 15 quality dimensions including core performance, longevity, serviceability, and value. This is a solid score indicating good overall quality and longevity.
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