Carhartt: The Hardest Working Brand in Workwear

When Hamilton Carhartt set out to make durable overalls with two sewing machines in a Detroit loft, he couldn’t have guessed it was actually the beginning of a legendary global brand that would continue to outperform competitors nearly a century later. Fast-forward four generations, and the Carhartt concept of tough, long-lasting workwear has expanded into everyday apparel and footwear for men, women and children—while still staying true to the safety features intended for the pros.

How has Carhartt withstood the test of time? Not only is it built to last, but everything Carhartt makes is ultimately designed for comfort and mobility. The high-visibility reflective gear with 3M™ Scotchlite™ is a best-seller for workers who want extra protection on the jobsite. And their footwear line is also a huge hit with HPM customers, thanks to innovative additions like steel or composite toe reinforcement and rugged Flex® technology for range of movement, plus waterproof and electrocution-proof designs that keep you safe and sound in any environment.

HPM is proud to carry Carhartt shirts, jeans, workpants and, of course, their signature bib overalls and coveralls — plus Carhartt hats, coats, rain jackets, and big and tall sizes. Stop in to any HPM store to stock up, or ask us to special order whatever you need from carhartt.com.

Carhartt — Outworking them all since 1889.

Aloha folks!

Manny the Mannequin here, at your service. At HPM Building Supply, I’m much more than a mascot. My job is actually a pretty important one: I get to test out new gear and building products to help customers understand the features that make them so great.

As you can see, I’m a big fan of Carhartt and like to fit their clothes into my wardrobe every day, since they’re ultra-tough and take wear and tear so well. My all-time favorite is the Force® line of sweat-fighting gear. These high-performance cargo pants, tops, underwear and socks keep you clean and comfortable all day long. And the special moisture-wicking material helps you stay dry and odor-free—a big plus for hard workers like me who don’t exactly want the world to know we’ve been working up a sweat.

Plus, Carhartt gear just looks cool. In fact, Carhartt is one of the few brands out there that’s rugged enough to match my rugged good looks! Wouldn’t you agree?

Thanks for letting me share and for trusting HPM for all your professional building supply needs. If you want to meet the “Manny” behind Hawaii’s best building brands, come on by the Kona HPM store any time and say “hi!”