So a little background.
I just graduated high school and will be going to college in the fall and I want to buy a good hunting jacket that will last me 15-20 years. I am willing to spend some money (up to $400) (looking to invest with some of my graduation money) but also want to be reasonable. I live in Indiana but only God knows where I could be living 10 years from now. I cannot remember a single time being warm in the blind and this is my major gripe about hunting. I understand no jacket is perfect but I want something durable and versatile to last me many years. I hunt deer, duck/geese, and pheasant pretty much every year. I also usually elk hunt every 4 years in CO and am going this fall which is why I posted here.
So what jacket would you recommend?
Again I'd like to hear from guys who have had their jacket for 5+ years and have been overly satisfied. Also warranty is a must.
Thanks in advance!
Started big game hunting (Colorado elk) in 1982. Wore a blue jean coat with a sweatshirt underneath. Still do at times. Although I now have multiple camo coats in various weights, the one I use most often is a lightweight, quiet, water-resistant cover over a blue jean coat over a sweatshirt. As the day warms I peel layers. When antelope hunting the weather might be in the 30's or high 90's. I dress appropriately.
Never owned a $250 coat, let alone one that costs $400.
Good luck on a one-coat-for-all-purposes coat.
