Hell I can get jeans to look like that after a week of doing stuff around the house...

I actually recommend buying them raw... no "customization" and breaking then in yourself.... I used to buy 4-6 pairs of jeans a year, now I buy one for under $250. Its the best denim you can get in the US and I wear them 6 or 7 days a week...
I'm more comfortable in a pair of jeans most of the time. When I actually want the functionality of the Blackhawk pants, I wear them and I do notice a difference when certain demographics see them. There are times when the pockets come in handy and they are somewhat more comfortable when driving or flying for 8 hours straight. I know a lot of guys who switched to Carhart type jeans because they blend in better, but have more room and extra pockets. Eotac now offers denim as well, though I haven't worn them. I was turned onto J-shop a few years ago and haven't looked back.
-RJP