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874 Work Pants

Classic straight-leg work pants drafted to your waist, hip, rise, and inseam measurements. Tunnel belt loops and a structured waistband for a timeless workwear silhouette.

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Drafted from 5 of your measurements. No size chart approximation.

What You Get

  1. Pattern pieces: Front Panel, Back Panel, Waistband, Fly Shield, Fly Facing, Slant Pocket Facing, Slant Pocket Bag, Back Welt Pocket, Belt Loop Strip
  2. Download formats: Tiled PDF (US Letter and A4 for home printing), projector file for no-print cutting, A0 large-format for copy-shop printing
  3. Construction steps: 1. Prepare back welt pockets / 2. Prepare slant pockets / 3. Prep fly shield...
  4. Materials guide: Fabric recommendations with yardage estimates, notions list, needle and thread guide, and machine settings
  5. Scale check: 1:1 verification square so you can confirm print accuracy before cutting any fabric

Customizable Options

  • Fit: Slim (+2.5") / Regular (+4") / Relaxed (+6") / Wide (+8")
  • Rise style: Ultra low (2000s, -2.5") / Low rise (-1.5") / Mid rise (body rise) / High rise (+1.5") / Ultra high (paperbag, +3")
  • Center crease: Yes (classic 874 look) / No
  • Fabric era: Classic (pre-2010, heavier USA-made twill) / Modern (current, lighter poly-cotton blend)
  • Seam allowance: 1/2" / 5/8"
  • Hem allowance: 1" / 1 1/2" / 2" (cuff)

Drafted from 5 of your measurements

Every dimension is drafted from your measurements. No grading, no size charts.

What we draftSource
Waist circumferenceDrafted directly from your waist measurement
Hip circumferenceDrafted directly from your hip measurement
Crotch riseDrafted directly from your rise measurement
Thigh circumferenceDrafted directly from your thigh measurement
Inseam lengthDrafted directly from your inseam measurement

Fabric Recommendations

  • Cotton twill

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fabric should I use for work pants?

Heavy cotton twill (8-10 oz) or poly-cotton blend gives the right weight and durability. A stiff hand holds the straight-leg shape.

How do these differ from chinos?

Work pants have a straighter, roomier leg, tunnel belt loops instead of sewn-on loops, and heavier construction designed for durability over polish.

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