Katin Waterman swim trunk
Nancy and Walter Katin got their start making hard-wearing canvas boat covers for the locals of Surfside, California, when, one day, a surfer walked into their shop requesting a new kind of short made specifically for surfing. The result was a collection of board shorts that have set the standard for beach days ever since. In fact, the Waterman is the brand's very first style of trunks, first sewn by cofounder Walter Katin himself. They kept all of the old-school details like a 100 percent nylon construction, a boat-rope drawstring closure and Katin's signature K-Man patch.
- 100% nylon reversed flight satin.
- Boat rope drawstring closure.
- Snap fly.
- Original banana boat float key chain.
- Interior clean finish.
- Machine wash.
- Imported.
- Item BS261.
Fits slightly small based on
- Signature 2" waistband.
- 17" outseam.
Reviews
Fits slightly small based on
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What customers are saying:
Customers really appreciate the classic cut, vibrant color, and versatile style of these swim trunks, noting they're great for casual wear and quick to dry. Many customers enjoy the retro vibe that makes them a fun addition to any summer wardrobe. A few customers noted that the trunks run a bit small for taller builds and suggested checking the fit or considering sizing up. Overall, the trunks offer a relaxed, comfortable style that's perfect from the pool to the hiking trail.
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M Wor
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Age: 55 to 64Size Purchased: MFits true to size
Material quality poor - bubbles up.
March 2, 2025Adding this review once again given J. Crew removed the first one…First day of wearing the swim trunks, the material started to bubble. Very poorly made. Patches of the material started to develop little bubbles in spots all over the backside.
Helpful?BartonK
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Age: 45 to 54Body type: Straight and slenderHeight: 5'11"Size Purchased: MFits small
Throwback Swim Trunks
January 13, 2025I bought these over the summer on a whim, and ended up wearing them as lounge shorts, hiking shorts, and swim trunks. These are a real throw back to an earlier era of swimwear and are now a staple of my summer casual wear.
Helpful?Ko26
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Fits true to size
Trunks.
October 5, 2024As expected. Really nice trunks overall.
Helpful?Katykkkkkkkkkk
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Fits true to size
Wish they were a tad longer!
August 9, 2024Quality is great, cut is great. They’re just a little short on my tall skinny husband. About a 5 inch inseam.
Helpful?Franky Muldanado
Age: 55 to 64Body type: Curvy on bottomHeight: 5'7"Fits true to size
Exactly what I was looking for.
July 29, 2024I love them. They fit great and dry out quickly.
Helpful?Justin
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Age: 35 to 44Body type: AthleticHeight: 5'8"Size Purchased: MediumFits small
Runs small
March 21, 2024I like the cut and color of these, but they ran much smaller than anticipated.
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