New Hunter Orange Hunting Vest-Pack with CAP 24 HR minimum gear capability.

[Eclipse]

I was just going to ask that...

[Polecat]

Wow. I would definitely be interested in the under $150 model. I am not a fan of the "buck suede" material though, all 1000d cordura would be nice. Just my opinion though.

[Eclipse]

No cheese block to test, yet, but Tim told me the other day that he will sell the current model for $235 shipped.

Contact him at the emails in the first post.

BTW - every time I wear, show off, or fon...er...adjust this vest I am more impressed with the attention to detail and he craftsmanship.

[SaBeR33]

Wow. I would definitely be interested in the under $150 model. I am not a fan of the "buck suede" material though, all 1000d cordura would be nice. Just my opinion though.

If you keep in mind the hunting origins of this vest the "buck suede" used makes a great deal of sense as it is MUCH less likely to make noise like Cordura would. Making noise while stalking one's game is a good way to go home empty-handed. The current material may cause water to bead-up, but using a good water repellent on it would ensure the material doesn't become soaked.

[Bobble]

Some variations on the theme, FYE/FYI -

http://www.marom-dolphin.com/tactical_vests.html#0

http://frontrangeanglers.com/catalog/william-joseph-feather-light-series-exodus-backpackvest

http://www.patagonia.com/web/us/product/patagonia-pack-vest?p=81896-0-386&src=pfmxdf&netid=2&mr:referralID=af120d21-52dd-11df-a218-0026b9571fcb

But so far I still find Mr. Wegner's effort in Hunter Orange the best of the bunch.

[CAP Marine]

Bump...

Eclipse- anything further to report following actual use in the field?

[cpyahoo]

Man... this is a GREAT find!   :clap:  I've e-mailed Blade-Tech and am ordering one to field test. 

Anyone know whatever happened to the website CAPGear.com?  Seemed like some good info on some up-and-coming gear.  I submitted a piece on the Arktis Ground Team Vest made by Arktis North America.  I've out fitted my whole team with them.  They have stupid-crazy room for everything and them some on the list for 24 hour gear.  You can get them on Ebay, just do a search for "Civil Air Patrol".

[Eclipse]

The mods (including me) were distracted by something shiny and never picked it back up..

[Spaceman3750]

Eclipse, did you ever get to test that with a cheese block? If not, I will be bringing one up with me next Saturday so grab me and we can test it out.

[Eclipse]

Never got a chance, so that would be great.

I need to circle around with the vendor and see if the less expensive version is out of the gate, yet.

[Walkman]

I need to circle around with the vendor and see if the less expensive version is out of the gate, yet.

I tried looking around on their website and couldn't find any info or listing for it.

[ProdigalJim]

I need to circle around with the vendor and see if the less expensive version is out of the gate, yet.

I tried looking around on their website and couldn't find any info or listing for it.

Me neither. I really want one and I fear my opportunity is lost. 

[Eclipse]

The vest I reviewed was part of an initial run - past prototype, but not intended for general production (as far as I understand).
He was working on sourcing a similar version for what he'd hoped would be about 3/4 the retail of the one I reviewed.

My last contact was in July when he was on his way to China to discuss production.  I'll let everyone know when I hear from him.

[GroundHawg]

All I see is red x's is it me or the site? Farther down I see a couple of pics, are they too old now?

[cpyahoo]

A prototype???

Man... I hope we didn't miss a shot at some good gear!