Men’s Brownsmead™ II Short
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Style# 1390261
Uses
Trail
Features
Rugged comfort combines with technical performance on this utilitarian short made of soft stonewashed cotton twill with UPF 50 protection to keep you covered during long hours in the sun.
Features:
- Omni-Shade UPF 50 protects you during long hours in the sun
- Multifunctional pockets
- Inseam length: 8”, 10”
- Imported
- Uses: Trail
- Style# 1390261
Fabric:
- 100% Omni-Shade UPF 50 cotton 7.2 oz twill, garment enzyme stonewashed
OMNI-SHADE®
Sun Protection
Sun Protection
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Omni-Shade™
Blocks UVA and UVB rays to help prevent sunburn and long-term skin damage.
Reviews
Men’s Brownsmead™ II Short is rated
out of
5 by
112.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
LongTrek from
Great quality shorts great price
I am very happy with my purchase of the Columbia shorts...
I bought one pair to see if they met my expectations. Two days after receiving them I purchased two more pairs.
Nice looking as well as a near perfect fit, they are very soft (non-chaffing) for long hikes and cool.
Date published: 2018-05-21
Rated 5 out of
5
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SashaBashaGSD from
Brownsmead II
Great shorts. Good fit and comfortable. Hard to find shorts that fit this well.
Date published: 2018-05-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Waynzie from
Brownsmead II Short
These shorts fit very well in both waist and length. Very comfortable and they move well with lots of pocket storage. I will purchase them again.
Date published: 2018-05-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ltrout from
best ever cargo shorts
I own at least 3 pairs of these shorts. The 8 inch inseam is perfect for hiking and working in the yard. The cotton fabric wears well and are extremely comfortable.
Date published: 2018-04-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MPete from
Brownsmead II shorts
It looks like these shorts are being discontinued. Please don't. These are the best fitting shorts I've ever found anywhere. Great for hiking and casual wear. I have 6 pair and they won't last forever. I wear them for hiking and I hike a lot.
Date published: 2017-11-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BrownDog from
Great, versatile product
Love these shorts! They are perfect for hiking, fishing, working, or even chilling at home. I plan on getting some more of these. My favorite pair of shorts ever!
Date published: 2017-09-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
KMom from
Went back for seconds
We bought some of these shorts for my son last year. He loves them and we have been looking for more ever since. He found them on the web site and ordered two more pair. Now I don't have to see him in the same shorts all year long
Date published: 2017-08-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Davide from
Feel so Good
These shorts are everything you could want in a comfortable, casual short...workmanship is excellent and the fabric is just right for any season. I prefer the convenience of cargo shorts for carrying anything I might need right there where I can reach it. I recommend them highly and will buy again.
Date published: 2017-08-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Hunterfromthemidwest from
Nice Shorts
Fit awesome, very functional
Date published: 2017-08-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
3000mileadventurer from
Soft, Quiet and Strong
I wear these daily as a uniform for my profession. The fabric is quiet and breathes well in this Florida heat. Dries fairly quickly when it rains and hasn't shown any signs of wear yet. A few have lost their button, but I used the replacement button included and carried on.
Date published: 2017-08-09
Rated 3 out of
5
by
zorrofish from
Shorts are OK
They are lightweight and comfortable, though they seem to run a little large which makes them slightly baggy. Biggest complaint is the length: I normally wear a 30" inseam in pants and jeans, the inseam in these shorts makes them fall right at my knee (especially if I've got stuff in the pockets) which is very irritating. Going to have to have them hemmed up. Otherwise, they are a functional pair of shorts at a good price.
Date published: 2017-08-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Cdog from
Great shorts
Very good deal on sale
Date published: 2017-08-06
Rated 4 out of
5
by
srfrboy from
Comfortable!
Shorts fit well, the color Fossil doesn't match the picture, it is actually a light cream tan color!
Date published: 2017-08-05
Rated 4 out of
5
by
BigAl2 from
Very comfortable
Very nice fit although the waist size is a little small--order 1 or 2 inches larger than you usually would.
Date published: 2017-07-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
NRVmuskie from
Love them!
These have been my go to shorts for several years. I'm a bigger guy and these shorts are cut to give you a good amount of thigh room.
Date published: 2017-07-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jack505 from
Very Comfortable
Great looking shorts. Feel good on. Shipped quickly & Columbia Customer Service is outstanding!
Jack
Date published: 2017-07-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Panzone from
Great shorts HIGHLY RECOMMEND
These are some of the best shorts I have ever bought. High quality and very comfortable. I bought my first pair and after wearing them, I immediately went online and ordered more colors of them. They are the only cargo shorts I want to wear.
Date published: 2017-07-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
RaceDriver from
Great shorts, great price !!
These Columbia shorts are made with excellent quality materials, they fit perfectly, and the price makes them a no brainer.
Date published: 2017-07-02
Rated 3 out of
5
by
iyamjon from
Small and disappointed
First the good: it seems to be made well and looks nice too. The problem: the waist is just too small. I wear a 34 waist but these shorts just didn't measure up. They are unwearable. I think if you order up a size you'll be pleased.
Date published: 2017-06-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
DuckmanWV from
Hiking shorts
Bought these shorts to wear in a 9 mile hike. They were lightweight and had enough pockets to hold what I needed. Will be oredering other colors.
Date published: 2017-06-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
43veer from
Excellent Value
Great looking pair of shorts. Fits well and very comfortable. I purchased two pair and ended up purchasing 3 more.
Date published: 2017-06-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
LIcoach from
Still going Strong
I've owned these shorts for awhile and they are holding up great. Made of nice of material. True to size. pockets are deep enough and little change section in right pocket is great. After over a year and a half still holding up.
Date published: 2017-05-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Bskien from
High quality, comfortable pair of shorts!
These shorts are a great combination of comfortable and looking good. They're not quite a baggy and floppy as some cargo shorts so in my opinion look better than most cargo shorts. They sit just above the knee and seem to run slightly smaller at the waist than my other shorts. Great choice for a combination of comfort and good looking.
Date published: 2017-05-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Iowaman from
Nice shorts
Very nice shorts for any activity. I normally wear a 31 but had to exchange the 32 for a 34 which fit perfectly. So order at least 2'' bigger than normal for a comfortable fit.
Date published: 2017-05-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Dodger from
Great shorts
Fit great. Great quality and great for all of the traveling I do. Lots of pockets that stay closed.
Date published: 2017-05-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Hiker000 from
Love them
These shorts are great so far I bought 5 of them
Very light weight and so comfortable
I highly recommend giving them a try
Plus they have Omni protection which is an extra bonus
Date published: 2017-05-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Yetti from
Cabo sun
Thank you so much for my recent purchase. My fiance and i are heading to cabo for 2 weeks and was in dire need of new shorts. This product will deffinetly hold up to the many adventure i have ahead of me and couldnt be happier, thank you again.
Date published: 2017-04-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
kastu from
quality
every good quality and nice product
Date published: 2017-04-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CapBeeba from
Still Great
I have had the original Brownsmead shorts for years, mainly because of the comfort and long lasting nature. After losing a few pounds I found that I needed new shorts this year. I was very pleased when I got these shorts to find out that they are still the same great quality and fit. There are a couple subtle changes like the Velcro on the back pockets not being there, but in general they are the same. I'm very happy to still be able to get my favorite shorts of all time. (Even though they are slightly different)
Date published: 2017-04-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Todd86 from
Awesome Shorts!
I absolutely love these shorts. I have several pairs and wear them every day. I normally wear a 44 waist in pants, but these run a little large as the 42 waist fits me perfectly. The fabric is comfortable and rugged as it holds up well.
Date published: 2017-03-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
gmom6 from
Great shorts
My husband loves these shorts; he has worn them for several years and we just ordered more. So happy Columbia still makes/stocks them. They are so comfortable, wash well, have lots of pockets and NO buttons or to interfere with phones or billfolds.
Date published: 2017-03-01
Rated 4 out of
5
by
wilcox911 from
good product
I have a closet full of Columbia shorts. The last batch of 4 I ordered are too small and I will be sending them back for exchange. I will continue to purchase Columbia clothes. I do wish that more local stores sold the shorts.
When the add says, sizes run smaller, they do.
Date published: 2016-12-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Crawdad9 from
My Go-To Short
Love these shorts!
PROS:
- Fit comfortably; does not ride up or hang too low.
- VERY soft material.
- Deep front pockets. Even has a coin pouch inside the right front pocket!
- Cargo pockets are billowy, with lots of room.
CONS:
- Back pockets do not have any enclosure; I would like to have a zipper/button/hook & loop flap or other to better secure my wallet.
- Cargo pockets are roomy, but a little shallow; I have a tough time securing the the hook & loop flap over my iPhone 6s Plus or my sunglasses case.
All-in-all a GREAT pair of shorts! Just bought my second pair and plan on buying more.
Date published: 2016-10-07
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Patrick28 from
Great shorts...color not true to description
The Brownsmead 2 shorts are a very nice pair of shorts. The 8 inch length does not go below the knee which is nice. It is hard to find cargo shorts that stop at or just above the knee. The color though does not match the description on the website. I really liked the "Fossil" color which is what I ordered, but the shorts I received were tan. Not the color I wanted but the fit was good enough that I kept them.
Date published: 2016-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
G3045 from
Where's the rear pocket button?
Columbia always makes well constructed and functional products. However, is it too much to ask for a read pocket button or velcro to secure valuables ?
Date published: 2016-09-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
USMCE4 from
Comfortable and sturdy!
These shorts are nice and rugged! Comfortable cloth with durability. The cargo pockets are nice as they don't bunch up like most other cargo shorts. It helps they have buttons rather than velcro even if they are not quick access, still better design. Purchased on sale and well worth the price at the point.
Date published: 2016-09-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Shortee from
Found What I Wanted
These shorts are an excellent product. They fit me perfectly, and are very comfortable. I bought the same shorts last year. They were very good, except that the rear pockets were too small. I complained in a product review. Much to my surprise the new pair have larger, deep rear pockets. I like everything about the new pair of shorts, especially the color.
Date published: 2016-09-07
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Bruce1 from
Beware Sizing
For decades I have had a 32 inch waist. Five years ago, these shorts in size 32 fit me. Since then the waist has become larger to the point that the last pair I bought are size 30 and fit comfortably. Just to be sure I used a tailor's tape and checked my waist. Yep, I'm still a 32 inch. "Size inflation" has come to even supposedly measured sizes. Otherwise these are good journeyman shorts.
Date published: 2016-08-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Braves from
Durable
I now have 5 pairs of these shorts. I work at a golf course, and my work clothes take a beating in the warm months. These shorts get wet, muddy, covered in grass and stand up to it all. I will not wear anything else anymore. The shorter inseam allows for ease of movement on, and off machines without having to pull the leg up over the knee.
Date published: 2016-08-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
craM from
Brownsmead II Short
These shorts are nice in build, material, and comfort. I really like different inseam lengths that are available.
I have to other versions of these shorts, and will be looking for another.
One note of caution. My cargo pockets were catching on cabinet door knobs in the kitchen and bathroom. Now, I have a kitchen cabinet door that has one vertical frame ripped away from the rest of the door. It's a glue and clamp event to fix.
To prevent more of these snags, I am going to get some of the iron-on seem glue and close the flaps on the cargo pockets.
Date published: 2016-08-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BaldEagle from
Great shorts
I like the way that they feel and wear. They are comfortable and very useful with the pockets to carry different things.
Date published: 2016-08-21
Rated 1 out of
5
by
MiloTheMutt from
Bad batch from the factory?
Shorts fit a bit snug compared to other styles of Columbia shorts in the same size. I ordered the "Fossil" color but what arrived was not really the correct color, far more tan than it should be. After wearing less than 4 times, the button popped off.
Date published: 2016-06-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
DD79 from
Fits my needs
This product fit by husband well and he loves the length. Lots of pockets to store all his stuff.
Date published: 2016-06-23
Rated 3 out of
5
by
DisappointedInDC from
I have loved these shorts, but
In the past I have loved these shorts. I have worn them for years. They classic, functional, clean lines, and durable, but, I ordered two pair and they fit very poorly. Like, I dunno, someone either mislabeled them or something. Last time I order online.
Date published: 2016-06-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kelly37 from
Brownsmead shorts
These fit my husband perfectly. He's about 5'11 195 lbs. and we bought a 34 waist with the 8 inch inseam. They are a great length, not too long or short. Look sharp and they wear well all day. I'll definitely purchase more. Columbia never fails to bring simple clothing that looks great.
Date published: 2016-06-08
Rated 2 out of
5
by
JerryH from
mediocre
no complaints except for the fastening button. the button fell off after being worn twice. My wife had to sew it back on.
Date published: 2016-06-01
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Scrivener50 from
Exactly as described
I ordered this product in Fossil color (which is a very light tan) in 10" length. Was shipped and delivered quickly and exact fit for me. I am very happy and would recommend this product.
Date published: 2016-06-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
bmac1957 from
great shorts
These shorts run true to size. They are well constructed and look very nice. I especially like the
shorter inseam. I hate it when shorts go past the knee. I will buy more of these.
Date published: 2016-05-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ThePachyderm from
Awesome shorts
Columbia makes great clothes! These shorts are no different! Fit is impeccable. Style is right. The cargo pockets are very useful. Keep making this style please!
Date published: 2016-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Johnson69 from
Very comfortable
Just purchased another pair. These are now my go to shorts for now on!!
Date published: 2016-04-21
Size & Fit Guide
Size Chart
Men's Body Measurement (Inches)
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
| Pant Size | 28-30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 40 | 44 |
| Waist | 26-29 | 29-32 | 32-35 | 36-39 | 40-43 | 44-47 |
| Hips | 32-34 | 35-37 | 38-40 | 41-43 | 44-46 | 48-50 |
How to Measure
- 1. Neck: Measure at the base or thickest part of your neck.
- 2. Sleeves: Start at the center back of your neck and measure across the shoulder and down to the wrist. Round up to the next even number.
- 3. Chest/Bust: Measure at the fullest part of the chest, under the armpits and over the shoulder blades, keeping the tape measure firm and level.
- 4. Waist: Measure around the natural waistline, allowing the tape measure to sit comfortably.
- 5. Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.
- 6. Inseam: Measure from the top of the interior leg to the bottom of the ankle.
Men's Fit Guide
Performance
Body contouring fit conforms to movement.
Active
Body skimming fit with end-use mobility in mind.
Modern Classic / Regular
Universal, easy fit for comfortable range of motion.
Relaxed
Most generous fit for a full spectrum of movement.
How to Measure
How to Measure
- Fold up at dotted line.
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Place against a wall or other 90 degree surface.
Place heel against fold/wall on flat level surface. - Mark the end of the longest toe with a pen or pencil.
- Measure both feet and use the larger measurement.
- Read measurement and compare to size chart.
- When comparing on the size chart, determine the closest larger measurement and use that number to determine your shoe size for your country’s shoe measurement standard.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipping Information
| Shipping Method | Rate | Expected Delivery Time |
| Ground | $6.00 |
3-7 Business Days
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| 2-Day Air | $12.00 | 2-3 Business Days |
| Overnight | $19.00 | 1-2 Business Days |
| Free Standard Shipping | Available for Greater Rewards members. Learn more | |
Return Policy
Returns are accepted within 60 days of the purchase date online or in-store. Your apparel must be in original and unworn condition, with tags still attached. Footwear returns must also include the original box.
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