I've worn the cotton pants for the last 20 years+ (used to be Royal Robbins). I've had pairs last me over 10 years. I like the slash pocket layout. Recently I bought 2 pairs of the nylon 5.11 pants to experiment with for winter/snow wear with a poly under layer.

I've seen varying pricing, just got cotton for 39.95, nylon for 49.95, don't know what LA Police Gear gets but I've seen places selling them on line at full list.

All in all I think they're well designed, rugged and comfortable.