Recommendations for Upland Vest Please

Ron Thompson · 08-02-2009, 12:46 PM

Having been away from Upland Bird Hunting for 20 plus years, I need some recommendaions for a good upland vest or coat for grouse hunting. Thanks in advance.

Bindlestiff · 08-02-2009, 01:19 PM

Check out Filson's "Hunting and Shooting" clothes at www.filson.com I have used their products and am more than happy with the quality and durability. Depending on where and when you hunt will effect what attributes you will want; warm or light, brier proof or not.... etc. I'm sure they will have something to meet your needs.

Shop the internet for the best price, you may find a better price?

Autumn Daze · 08-02-2009, 02:28 PM

Nobody can argue that Filson makes great hunting clothing. But I have used a Dunns upland vest for years and I have come to love it.Light and comfortable with blaze orange on the shoulder areas and a LOT of pockets. Mine is getting along in years but it will have to fall off my back before I will replace it!

Wild Skies · 08-02-2009, 03:17 PM

The Orvis Strap Vest suits my needs perfectly, from the early hot weather right through the coldest days in January.
http://www.orvis.com/store/productch...&Group_ID=1605

John D. · 08-04-2009, 09:35 PM

I love my Filson wear. But - if you are running dogs while upland hunting - I can also recommend both the Cabales and Pella products Here is the vest I'm wearing with my dogs:

Cabelas Upland Vest

And the Pella - as good, but a bit pricier...

John

Joe Bernfeld · 08-04-2009, 10:40 PM

Take a look at the Beretta upland vests. Well made, roomy, plenty of pockets and nice looking.
Joe

Dean Romig · 08-05-2009, 01:27 AM

Seems there are as many recommendations as there are upland gunners. My vest is from L. L. Bean. It has ample pockets, is blaze orange up top, and has a padded yoke that is very easy on the shoulders and upper back.

Bill Murphy · 08-05-2009, 08:57 AM

I shot with a fellow the other day who was wearing a very simple and classic Carhartt bird vest. I didn't even know they made a bird vest. It was quite old. I have looked at and owned Carhartt products since before they became pricey. Has anyone else seen this vest?

Bruce Day · 08-05-2009, 10:22 AM

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Blind Dog · 08-05-2009, 11:35 AM

Bill, I have a Carhartt strap vest as well as a bird hunting coat (no orange). Been with me for 25 years or so. A friend still uses his ratty old overalls with shell loops. I think Carhartt field gear was quite common.