Trouser Braces that Last

danjo-xx

Hi guys, I'm tired buying these and then having to bin them after a short while.




The problem is they loose their grip eventually, the reason being when switching them from one pair of trousers to another, where the waistbands are of different thicknesses.

Does anyone know of a pair that would be strong enough to use on different trousers and that would last.

Or is the answer to get a pair specifically for each pair of pants, but I'm not keen on that for a solution.

I wouldn't mind paying a one off €30 or €40 euro if I could be sure they would last for years.

Any suggestions or links welcome, cheers.

bloominballix

My suggestion is buy a belt, unless your name is Oliver Hardy.

danjo-xx

bloominballix wrote: »

My suggestion is buy a belt, unless your name is Oliver Hardy.

Funny you should say that but I'm a distant relative of his:D but thanks for your suggestion, but belts are out.

baby and crumble

Easiest thing to do is put buttons on the inside band of the trousers that you can use for proper button braces. Honestly they work so much better and are far more comfortable. Plus you can still use a belt since the buttons are on he inside of the waistband.

my3cents

Another +1 for buttons but if you must use clipons then google logger braces (or logger suspenders if you want to cover all bases including american).Logger braces are the type of braces used by forestry chainsaw operators and tend to be well made and wide because the hold up thick heavy ballistic nylon trousers, bright colours and company logos might put you off.

Some of the tool manufacturers (bahco for example) also have braces (often branded) for tradesman and again these may be stronger than other gentleman's braces.

flyingsnail

I have been using these ones with my waterproof work overalls for about 2 years, the clips have held fine but the elastic is starting to give (but still 2 years for €20 isnt bad).
They are great for doing any sort of tradesman work but at 2 inches wide they may be very out of place with a suit.


http://www.amazon.co.uk/BRACES-HUNTER-GREEN-DESIGN-M-K-TOOLS/dp/B008VE5JSK/ref=sr_1_10?s=diy&ie=UTF8&qid=1448107356&sr=1-10&keywords=brimarc+braces

mynameis905

bloominballix wrote: »

My suggestion is buy a belt, unless your name is Oliver Hardy.

Braces are a far better option for proper trousers for formal/business wear like a suit or sports jacket and slacks. They do much better job of keeping trousers at your natural waist and ensuring they drape properly, particularly if you're any bit overweight.

OP, Albert Thurston braces are generally considered the best.

danjo-xx

thanks everyone I appreciate all your replies, I've decided to go for button type, a lot of cheapies on line, but reviews are not all good but have ordered these and hope they don't disappoint.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0051OIV6A?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

breakemall

If you need quality braces (or suspenders as they call them in the US of A) I can vouch for the Cabelas heavy duty deluxe with the metal clips rather than buttons. If they lose grip it is because they took half the trousers with them! There is a good colour selection and cost circa $20 each and to get the best value buy 4 pairs (postage minimum is $20 up to $80 purchase)

gizmo555

mynameis905 wrote: »

OP, Albert Thurston braces are generally considered the best.

Bloody hell, they'd want to be - at those prices I'd expect them to include the trousers!