Over priced, absolutely. Over rated? that's subjective I guess. I hunt pheasant 2-3 days a week and when you have a couple big roosters in the game bag it gets heavy. That is where these well made strap vests shine. They distribute the weight just like a backpack. Nothing sags or flops around when you move. This is this morning's cargo:
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