Getting a jump-start on summer with a round-up of the best American-made swimwear.

Lined Styles

XELOS: Classic Swim Trunks

Stats:

• Fast-drying, sanded microfiber
• Side-seam pockets
• Double-needle stitching throughout
• Handmade in California
• Available in three lengths
• Dozens of colors / patterns (over 1,000 possible color / length combinations)

Best Price: $55.98 (SHIPPED) at Boardshorts World

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O’Connell’s: Deadstock Swim Trunks

Stats:

• 100% cotton
• Brass waist buckle
• Button and zipper closure
• Adjustable brass side tabs
• Front change pocket
• Made in USA
• 28 different colors / patterns, all new old stock

Best Price: $94.95 (SHIPPED) at O’Connell’s

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Onia: Calder Trunks

Stats:

• Cotton – nylon blend
• Button and zipper closure
• Front trouser pockets
• Back pocket with hidden snap
• Made in USA NO LONGER MADE IN THE USA
• Two additional fabrics options, 12 colors in total

Best Price: $140.00 (SHIPPED) at Onia

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Unlined Styles

Mangrove Monkey: Boardshorts

Stats:

• Four Ply Nylon
• Cotton drawstring
• Velcro closure
• Side patch pocket with water drain
• Triple-needle stitching throughout
• Made in USA
• Four colors

Best Price: $47.90 (SHIPPED) at Mangrove Monkey

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Chub Wear: Surf Trunks

Stats:

• Cotton – polyester blend
• Cotton drawstring
• Velcro closure
• Choose your own colors – dozens of possible combinations
• Handmade in California, one pair at a time
• 10% of profits donated to charity

Best Price: $60.00 (PRE-SHIPPING) at Chub Wear

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Birdwell: Beach Britches

Stats:

• 100% nylon Surfnyl
• Nylon drawstring
• Velcro fly
• Single rear pocket
• Handmade in California
• Seven different styles / lengths and over 20 color options

Best Price: $68.95 – $72.95 (SHIPPED) at Birdwell

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Apolis x Katin: Classic Swim Trunk

Stats:

• 100% nylon
• 3 oz. drawstring
• Button fly
• Single side pocket with key loop
• Handmade in California
• Three colors, cotton chambray version also available

Best Price: $107.00 – $116.00 (SHIPPED) at Apolis

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