Have you walked through any of the major chain stores lately? BDU-type pants with zippered pockets and cargo pockets are filling a surprising number of racks, made from many different materials, some of which appear to be pretty sensible and durable for a lot of activities. Many of them make the 5.11's appear a bit more 'pretty boy', too.
All kidding aside, 5 years ago I only saw BDU's on the range, in the locker room and, of course, at the gunshows. Nowadays, I'm starting to feel a bit conspicuous wearing my black jeans ...
Those thigh cargo pockets on many of the different styles of pants appear nicely proportioned and designed for my 642 in its cloth pocket holster, BTW. I may have to reconsider my jeans ...
What'll it be next?