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Rough and tough adventure shorts from the Norwegian mountains

These 7-incher field shorts from Norwegian brand Amundsen have a mighty following among rugged Scandi outdoorsmen, and you can see why. Everything about them is engineered to survive seriously rough treatment – from the bombproof stretch Cordura to the top-grade Scottish waxed canvas reinforcement yokes on the front and seat. They're the sort of shorts that you'll only ever need to buy once, and the hard-wearing waxed cotton from Halley Stevensons in Dundee will age beautifully as you put them through their paces year after year. The fitted design and seven-inch length are perfect for hiking and other active sports where you don't want baggy boardies flapping about – and they've got some nice little touches like a knife loop on the belt and a signature watch pocket in pale red British Millerain waxed cotton. Oh, and did we mention they look the business too?

• • Mid-length outdoor shorts
  • Made from stretchy Cordura (97% polyamide, 3% elastane)
  • Reinforced front and back with waxed cotton canvas from Halley Stevensons
  • Watch pocket in weathered red British Millerain waxed cotton
  • Loop on right-hand side for a knife or other tool
• • Stretchy Cordura (97% polyamide, 3% elastane)
  • Reinforced front and back with waxed cotton canvas from Halley Stevensons

• Amundsen shorts run on the small side. If you're on the cusp between two sizes, we suggest you take the larger size.

  Metric (cm)SmallMediumLargeXLXXLSeat9298104110116Waist78849096102Body Height170-178174-182178-186182-193186-196InchesSmallMediumLargeXLXXLWaist3033353740Seat3638414345Body Height67 - 7068 - 7170 - 7371 - 7673 - 77 
• • Sustainability through Longevity: While the biggest polluters in the outdoor industry compete to make the most noise about recycling and other green initiatives, Amundsen focus on what matters most: fewer products. Through the use of quality materials, technology and craftsmanship, Amundsen continuously make sure your timeless and versatile garments last for generations.

• Amundsen clothing is named after one of the greatest explorers ever to walk the Earth. No pressure there then. In fact, the company’s co-founder, Jørgen Amundsen, is a relative of the legendary man himself, and the brand’s designs are based on classic styles from the golden age of exploration. Throw in a generous dash of 1960s Nordic ski resort chic and you’ve got a unique range of good-looking kit that’ll get you noticed in all the right ways.

  However, there’s nothing old-fashioned about the way Amundsen’s gear performs. Ruggedly built from merino wool and waterproof triple-layer cotton, these are serious expedition-grade garments built for a Scandi outdoor culture – a concept that the Norwegians call ‘friluftsliv’, or ‘open-air life’. It’s the idea that time spent enjoying the freedom of the outdoors should be a core part of your life, since it enhances just about everything else. Now that’s something we can all get on board with.

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