Orvis Pro LT Hunting Vest Review
For nearly two decades Steve has been an upland hunting guide, chasing birds with a brace of GSP.
Originally a deer hunter, the ways of the upland have won him over.
Details. This shirt, along with most of the latest Orvis upland apparel, is all about the details. Stretch fabric, articulated elbows, fast drying with Polygiene treatment for odor control let you wear it on hot, multi-day treks, look great and not smell like garbage. Everything is low-profile, from snaps to pockets, so there is nothing…
After shooting and hunting with the new Orvis Pro Upland Vest, Steve walks you through all the latest features and gives his final thoughts. There’s a big price increase over the original Orvis Pro Series Vest. Is it worth it?
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