Vest or Pouches?

[SmeGHeaD]

Hey All!

As a total newbie, I'm putting together my kit little by little whilst waiting for the FEO in my area process my grant application, and I was wondering if there are any advantages/disadvantages between shooting vests and pouches? Is it totally down to personal preference?

 

[Shaun Hopkins]

Exactly! all down to personal preference have not worn a vest for years just a good quality pouch which came from Alan Rhone takes 100 shells but you will either love it or hate it. i don't use a gun slip either just prefer to shoot gun and pouch and no other bags.

 

[SmeGHeaD]

I figured it would be.... I'm not keen on vests, but don't want to run the risk of a full pouch pulling my trousers down! Maybe a sturdy belt will be required....

 

[westley]

Seems to work alright for Kangaroo's  !       :angel:

 

[Hamster]

A decent vest makes a lot of sense, they usually have a sturdy leather shoulder patch which aids smooth mounting and protects the shirt underneath from the worst of the pounding. Having at least 2 pockets is also a boon not only for the ability to carry a few 7.5's   but also being able to maintain balance in the garment so it doesn't pull you down unnaturally. Some also have back/inside pockets which can be handy. 

The pouch would be my choice in terms of fashion wear because it means you can show off your very best T shirts, shirts etc, plus of course the toned physique (Shaun will tell ya)  but on the downside after a full Sundays worth of a comp or three you will wish you hadn't worn your favourite Boss polo T shirt. 

The fashion stakes are reversed in the winter when you see heavy jumpers and coats adorned with a belted pouch.  :wink:

 

[Maxum]

Vest for me as I shoot 2 different size of cartridges so 8.5 in one pocket and 7.5 in the other. Also the mesh vests seem to be the best all rounder for all weather conditions. 

 

[SmeGHeaD]

Hmm.... I hadn't considered mounting - not the abuse that can be negated with a properly positioned shoulder pad. 

I I reckon I might take another look at them - I just can't get the whole 'dinner lady tabard' out of my head....

Thabks for the advice guys!

 

[CharlesP]

"Dinner Lady Tabard"

Love it. 

 

[Will Hewland]

"Dinner Lady Tabard"

Love it. 

Castellani may not adopt this within their sales literature.. 

 

[ChrisPackham]

Both have their uses and some of the pouches come with their own wide webbing belt.

On a hot day with no shade a vest can leave you sweating like a Top of the Pops presenter at a school fete..

 

[Sian]

Could not get on with my vest - I don't seem to fit them properly and therefore prefer my leather pouch which can also hold my lenses, a boiled egg and my banana!

 

[ips]

never tried a pouch....... Well not a cartridge one anyway. !!!

they always look a bit ........ American to me !!!

First time I saw them used it seemed only K shooters wore them and only because castelani sizes didn't go that big.

if its current fashion and Hugo boss or pal zilleri start to produce one then I may be swayed.

 

[SmeGHeaD]

Both have their uses and some of the pouches come with their own wide webbing belt.

On a hot day with no shade a vest can leave you sweating like a Top of the Pops presenter at a school fete..

Haha! Made me actually '.'!

Maybe there's a market for designer skeet vests - I could see a diamond encrusted one for the super-rich shooters going down a storm...

 

[ips]

there is its called castelani.

 

[salop sniper]

Vest for me every time, I cant see any cons to it.

I like the leather sholder strip, I put four cartridges in my left pocket for no birds and then just the exact number of cartridges in my right pocket I will need for the stand. Also in my left pocket is my choke key.

I couldnt get on with a cartridge bag on my waist especally with it filled like a weight dangling around !

ATB

Matt 

 

[donna]

Vest  for me too as I use 2 different sized cartridges and carry a few fibres too, so all the pockets come in handy but, the hubby loves his pouch which I brought him for Xmas, it came with a really nice leather belt and he wouldn't go back to a vest if I paid him! All down to personal choice.

 

[Les]

It's a vest for me.  I can get 25 carts in each pocket, which is ample for my needs.  

 

[westley]

A decent vest makes a lot of sense, they usually have a sturdy leather shoulder patch which aids smooth mounting and protects the shirt underneath from the worst of the pounding. Having at least 2 pockets is also a boon not only for the ability to carry a few 7.5's   but also being able to maintain balance in the garment so it doesn't pull you down unnaturally. Some also have back/inside pockets which can be handy.

The pouch would be my choice in terms of fashion wear because it means you can show off your very best T shirts, shirts etc, plus of course the toned physique (Shaun will tell ya)  but on the downside after a full Sundays worth of a comp or three you will wish you hadn't worn your favourite Boss polo T shirt.

The fashion stakes are reversed in the winter when you see heavy jumpers and coats adorned with a belted pouch.  :wink:

Ah yes, I think I remember the 'Toned Physique' and the spray on tan, or was it the "Sponsored by Outspan" on the back of the vest ?

 

[Mike L]

Vest for me as they fit quite well  :wink:

must be be some right chubbers on here if they can't fit into one?!  :wink: :lol: