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I discovered that this is an excellent place to get info (thanks to all who answered my questions about clubs in Ont.).

OK, next one:

Point me in the right direction for vests. What should I be looking for? Are there features you folks have found helpful or a pain? They seem kinda pricey for a guy looking to get into the sport (not to cross post from EE, but if you know of a used one at a good price for a newbie, let me know).

Do you find any problems with the vests with alot of mesh? They seem like they could be prone to ripping...though I've never handled one.

In any case, I'd like to hear your thoughts...Thanks, again.
 
i got a columbia sportswear one right here, but you can get them online, etc
Mine is mostly cloth, but mesh back, no problems with it
 
I've used a number of vests and the mesh back doesn't cause a problem. Currently I've got a couple of Browning vests (one mesh) and a Cabela's shooting vest.

Features I like include two compartment pockets, a carrier along the back of the vest (even if the bottom is zippered) spare shell loops that don't drop the extra shells on the ground when you bend over and lots of pockets. The only one that has met all the criteria is this one from Cabela's.

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/t...01044&parentType=index&indexId=cat601044&rid=

The only complaint I have is that it is a little warm in the summer but I have also bought one of the half-vests which has most of the same features. In the very warm weather it is excellent.

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/t...parentType=index&indexId=cat601044&hasJS=true
 
Another fan of the "1/2 vest" for summer.

Besides Cabela's, L.L. Bean & Orvis both carry good vests,
and most good gunshops generally carry a few.

Have a look in "Sporting Clays" Magazine, you'll find
any number of US manufacturers ... track them down
to a dealer and order "on-line" or by phone.
 
I've put a little thought into this recently as I've worn out my first vest, and am contemplating replacing it (before some one takes it from me and puts it out of it's misery)

Mesh is a very good way to go if you shoot when it is warm/hot outside.

Make sure you get the padding on the correct shoulder (Right if you shoot right handed.....)

Two double pockets would be a minimum for me. I carry a lot of crap with me (screw drivers, extra shells, wad removers, more extra shells, various papers) and like to have things separated.

Gagnon's in Oshawa had some good prices on some Beretta vests recently (although all the BIG sizes were already gone).

If you can, try one on before you buy it.

Brad.
 
hiya
I have a brand new Browning vest that I wore only one time for a competition and it has been haning in my closet for almost a year.
I could send pics if you are interested and it won't cost you an arm nor a leg!!
Terry
 
bmcrae said:
If you can, try one on before you buy it.
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I agree. That usually means buying at a gun store and asking the counterman to hand you a gun so you can see how the vest works when you are shouldering a shotgun. A good gun store will understand.;)
 
I have a Browning and it is mesh. It is great for summer and most spring shoots. I would look at Lebaron or even Nica shooting. If you really want a good deal try E-bay.

Jacky
 
Jacky's right about good deals on vests from ebay. I bought a nice light weight Bob Allen trap vest, and a heavier USA Pavillion vest, both at bargain prices!

Things to look for in a vest. As mentioned good large pockets, that can hold a box of shells per side. A shiny leather or vinyl shoulder in the gun side, is good to stop the guns recoil pad from sticking or catching the material, when raising the gun to your shoulder. A hull bag on the back is handy, although I find it a bit cumbersome fishing for the opening, so use a proper hull bag. Spare pockets for your score card, smokes, and spares shells are needed.
 
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