My Filson vest is the high end "Pro Guide" version of their strap vest. It has a full back which is not too good in hot weather, but it has a plastic buckle with interior belt which allows you to leave the front open. It is a good general purpose heavy duty vest but overpriced at $195. I probably bought it at an Orvis overstock sale at 60% off. By the way, Filson is marked up 100% on most items. Go to work part time at a store that sells Filson and you will qualify for the employee program. Don't ask the boss about it, ask the Filson rep. My $295 Upland boots cost me about $80 under the program. We could buy two pair of shoes or boots a year.
