Pros:A slightly better grade of cotton, soft but not sumptuous.A slightly thicker grade of cotton by modern standards. Thinner than old world standards.Fits well throughout the body.Very nice shoulder double seams.Tagless constructionCons:They could be longer. There isn't even a quarter of an inch of extra material here.After the first wash (cold/cold) the waistband no longer lays flat.Waited 3 weeks for them to ship?Summary:With regard to current underwear construction methods, these are a little nicer than your average Walmart brands, but they are not that special.