Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I purchased a pack of these underwear on Amazon’s recent “Prime Day” sale after trying a size medium in the David Archy Men's Doctor Series MicroModal Briefs (L, Gray). Unfortunately the briefs did not provide me with quite enough coverage on my backside, so I contacted customer service to return them. They completely refunded my money and let me keep the underwear, suggesting I try a size up. I then ordered the David Archy Men's 4 Pack Micro Modal Separate Pouch Briefs in size Large, but while the waist size increased, the rearend coverage was the same. Still feeling the separate pouch design had potential, I decided to try these Charles Archy separate pouch trunks. I was pleasantly surprised to find these David Archy underwear to be among the most comfortable I’ve ever worn. Here’s a summary of my experience: Fit (4.5/5): I have roughly a 31” waist and ordered a size medium, which seems to fit great. I’m 6’6” and 171 lbs with a thin, athletic build. The separate pouch design seems gimmicky, but it really works. Pulling the underwear on, everything slides into place. When wearing pants and pulling them back on, things require a bit more guidance. The trunks are constructed such that the shaft pouch is open, allowing for more breathability. But it can also be used as a functional fly. The fabric is sown so it folds over your member and can be unfolded through your shorts or pants fly. Depending on your size, because the pouches are separated, these underwear may not work well under athletic wear, as your package will be slightly more pronounced than with typical underwear. Comfort (4.5/5): The waistband is comfortable, doesn’t roll and has the right amount elasticity for comfort. The care tag on the back is removable, leaving a small logo’d David Archy tag, which I don’t feel at all when wearing them. These underwear are made from Lenzing micromodal fabric, which is incredibly soft and smooth. According to the Lenzing Modal® website, this fiber is extracted from beechwood and environmentally friendly. The combination of soft fabric and separation provided by the two pouches makes you forget you’re even wearing underwear. The area that holds your “boys” has a more sheer material that provides great breathability and keeps them separated from your body. It's contoured to allow them to hang with some support, and the same material also extends to allow airflow behind them. If you shave “down there” the pouches also keeps the shaft separate, so there’s no irritation from things getting squashed or rubbing together. Wearing them throughout the day, I did notice that the legs tend to ride up into the crotch area. But the fabric is so comfortable, I didn’t find it bothersome like I have on most other trunk underwear. Reducing the ride-up and minimizing the number of seams are the only things I can think of that could improve the design. Value (5/5): At CN Smashing’s current price of approximately $7 per pair, you owe it to yourself to try these underwear. I would gladly pay twice that for the comfort they provide. Style (5/5): From what I know of CN Smashing, the company seems dedicated to designing unique underwear that both looks and feels great. These underwear are one of their pinnacle achievements. They look great on and offer a variety of color options. Quality (4.5/5): I’ve tried many underwear brands (2Xist (size M), CN-2 (size L), Saxx (size S), MyPakage (size M), Andrew Christian, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Adidas, Equipo, as well as traditional underwear from Jockey, Hanes, etc.). I would definitely put these in the premium category without the premium price. The construction seems of high quality and has held up after one washing, but I plan to update this review if that changes. Overall rating: 5/5 With free returns through Amazon fulfillment and amazing customer service from CN Smashing, there’s really no reason not to try this underwear. But I’ll warn you…if you do, you’ll never be satisfied with regular underwear again.