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3 inch inseam swim trunks.

The short cut. 3,256 reviews on who wears it and why.

Customer photo from Amir J. wearing Faded Waves Sunset - 3"Customer photo from David H. wearing Khaki Green - 3"Customer photo from John S. wearing Blue Camo - 3"Customer photo from Graeme B. wearing Striped Green Camo - 3"Customer photo from Christopher R. wearing Striped Blue Camo - 3"Customer photo from William C. wearing Leopard Print Gold - 3"

The 3 inch is the shortest length made and the one that started the brand. It sits mid thigh, tans the leg and reads unmistakably as swimwear, in a good way. 3,256 reviews are for the 3 inch, 94% five star. It is the pick for men who want a European look, for shorter men who find 5 inch hits the knee, and for runners who train in their trunks.

3,256reviews mention a 3 inch inseam
94%five star
590with photos
4.91average rating

The prints these buyers chose

In their words

Customer photo from Juan Z.
took this bad boys on my cruise and not only did I love them, but the girls did too!!!! excellent quality and the style its dope. will be ordering few pairs for the summer for sure.
Juan Z. · Verified purchase · Fluro Yellow Tucann Swim Shorts - 3"
Customer photo from Amir J.
I wish the lining was tighter, especially on the 3" shorts (I also have a pair of the 5"). I worry about exposure on the 3", and unfortunately feel inclined to wear secondary underwear.
Amir J. · Verified purchase · Faded Waves Sunset - 3"
Customer photo from David H.
Hi, I LOVE the trunks but they are too big for me despite having looked up the size chart online. When I have something in my pocket I lose them. But great trunks overall
David H. · Verified purchase · Khaki Green - 3"
Customer photo from David F.
Online sites make lots of promises but pumped that Tucann delivers on theirs...the fabric, pockets and stretch are as good as they say! The trunks are amazing....already picking out my next pair!!
David F. · Verified purchase · USA Series Swim Trunk - Stars and Stripes - 3"
Customer photo from John S.
Absolutely fantastic quality and love the look of these 3 inch shorts . Have received many comments on how they look . Dry very quickly and the liner ...
John S. · Verified purchase · Blue Camo - 3"
Customer photo from Graeme B.
I had been looking to buy new swim shorts for sometime & saw Tucan come up on instagram so looked into them & the company, always dubious when you don...
Graeme B. · Verified purchase · Striped Green Camo - 3"
Customer photo from Christopher R.
I recently came across Tucann and this is my favorite brand by far. I'll never use something else. The fit, color, design, comfort, everything is amaz...
Christopher R. · Verified purchase · Striped Blue Camo - 3"
Customer photo from William C.
I look and feel like an effing cheetah in these shorts. I wear em to the beach, the pool, the gym, the grocery, out on the town, you name it, they go ...
William C. · Verified purchase · Leopard Print Gold - 3"

The other side

Every one to three star review in this group, unedited.

Fit and look is very good. Found loose thread in the right pocket which will be a problem in time no doubt. Company states fast drying. The outer part of the trunks dries quickly. The inner stays wet a very long time and the support is marginally acceptable. Better off with mesh that the company actually criticizes. Maybe I’d pay $50 for this bathing suit, but the almost $100 that I paid is not worth it.
John D. · Verified purchase · Cookie Black - 3"
Would rate higher as the suit is great. Problem is their return policy. I ordered an L and XL to try out which fit, since I didn’t have time to exchange before a trip. The L was perfect so reached out to return the XL. Return requires a photo (?), paying for the shipping, and a 20% restocking fee for a new unworn swimsuit. Would not buy from again.
Mario K. · Verified purchase · Faded Crimson v2 - 3"
I love the colors and the shorter Inseam. But, it appears that you have to upsize to get the shorts to ride on your hips like the models in the photos. Due to the fact that they are NOT the true board short waist. The advertising is a bit misleading and do not show or explain that the back of the waist is elastic.
Randy A. · Verified purchase · Faded Ocean - 3"

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 inch too short?
It is short by design. If you are over 6 foot or want to wear them to lunch, choose 5 inch. If you want the tan and the look, 3 inch is correct.
Who buys the 3 inch?
Shorter men, athletic builds, and men who already own the 5 inch and want a beach only pair. Several reviews describe owning both.
Does it ride up?
The compression liner keeps everything in place. The reviews that mention riding up are about mesh trunks the customer owned before.

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