Turkey Vest Advice

[518BowSlayer]

looking to buy a turkey vest this year. which ones do you guys use???

[Uncle Nicky]

I have a Cabela's turkey vest, can't remember the name though. I've had it for 6 years. I took a look on their website and can't find any vests....odd. Maybe they're overwhelmed with Christmas orders and can't maintain their website....

 

Anyway, I'd suggest something with a large, thick cushion, a large pocket to carry your bird out with, and a few other large pockets for calls & shells. The rest is just bells & whistles.

Edited December 23, 2013 by Uncle Nicky

[Early]

Suggestion:  Buy "in person" if possible....try it on to be sure of fit....determine if the number and arrangement of pockets suit you.  If you must buy online...go to wingsupply.com

[landtracdeerhunter]

The vests I tried on were to restricted and I like roomy. I decided to invest in some good rain gear with large pockets. I also bought a thick pad seat cushion.  All of which can be used in multiple seasons.

[letinmfly]

I gave up on turkey vests a few years back.  I strictly use a fanny pack to carry my gear.  It's designed with multiple pockets specifically for turkey hunting.  It's much easier to get around with and it doesn't restrict you on anyway.

[Early]

I, too, no longer use a turkey vest.  I just use the Walls strap vest that I use for all othe hunting...with a Shorty Evans seat cushion attached to my belt.

[dbHunterNY]

best one I've worn is the one i have now.  it's the Cabelas Super Tat'r III in non other than Realtree APG.  a couple changes I'd make but I've worked around them and still vary happy with it.

[maytom]

Mossy Oak Elite III is a dandy. 19 zippered pockets, made for several pot calls as well as a box call. I have since been using portable seats vs using the seat cushions that come with the vests. After sitting for a few hours on a daily basis during the season, my tailbone gets sore with just sitting on a seat cushion. The H.S. Strut folding leg model is a good one, as well as the newer styles out there with the backs. You can sit for longer times and are much more comfortable while waiting on a tom.

[G-Man]

I have used several vests over the years and have gone to a simple fanny pack and small shoulder bag. i carry less and seem to do better, walking several miles of ridges the less the better especially late season when that added vest layer really makes you hot and sweaty.