I've not tried the Carharts yet Ralph. I got turned onto the Wrangler ATG pants last year and wear the heck out of them. Very durable and comfy, zippered pockets, reasonably priced at Wallyworld $30 but you can get them on sale sometimes. They are earth tones. I even got a pair in black for when the wife wants to step out fancy and requires more than jeans from me.
Things I wouldn’t do without:KOM bowman, Two tracks wool hat, FL zip off long underwear, Grumman puffy, woolpower tops, smartwool socks, arctic shield boot covers, muff