These are the same fit as my Levi 541 36x34 minus the stretch which makes them a little tighter in the seat of the pants for me but not so much that it squishes everything up (guys know what I mean). Because of the tight seat area, the pockets in front and back are not useful for me. The CE knee and hip armor is Velcro’d in with about a 6” long x1” wide strip so it doesn’t move even when walking, but is also removable which would be nice if you commute with these jeans. Worth the money.