Company
Birdwell Beach Britches
Board Shorts Handmade in the USA Since 1961
- Business model
- D2C
Record updated 28 September 2026
About
Birdwell Beach Britches was founded in 1961. Based in Santa Ana, California, Birdwell was a pioneer in the development of surf trunks and the establishment of the surf apparel industry. Birdwell recently adopted a modernized direct-to-consumer business model and is reaching new and long-time customers offering high-quality, purpose-built apparel and accessories. Birdwell’s products are designed for life and built by hand to endure for generations no matter where the journey leads.