Does anyone have to wear one hunting? I've made a few shooting changes this year, and am shooting very well. But I occasionally hit my chest on release...not a problem in the yard wearing a t shirt, as the contact is minimal and doesn't seem to affect accuracy.

But I'm concerned about the effect heavy clothing may have, so I've been thinking of getting an easton or neet protector, and just wondered if someone else has had to do this?

Interesting.  Maybe go ahead and post this in the shooters form forum?  You might cure it by opening up your stance just a whisker?

QuoteOriginally posted by nineworlds9:
Interesting.  Maybe go ahead and post this in the shooters form forum?  You might cure it by opening up your stance just a whisker?

I tried that, but I didn't feel I was shooting as well. Honestly I'm shooting my best ever, so if rather just wear a protector than make much of a change.

But again, it's not every shot, just ever so often. But I'm pretty sure when I'm wearing heavier clothes it will be worse.

Yep... sure do... helps keep my clothes out of the way with no interference whatsoever... light and don't even realize it's there...

Jonathan

QuoteOriginally posted by twigflicker:
Yep... sure do... helps keep my clothes out of the way with no interference whatsoever... light and don't even realize it's there...

Jonathan

What brand do you use? I've never used one before and I'm not sure what to try.

Mine's an older NEET model... like 15 plus years old... they are all pretty similar... a front and back of nylon mesh... with some elastic cord to adjust under the armpit... and an elastic strap that goes around the body and attaches to the front wtih velcro... but some can get pretty pricey...

Jonathan

Thanks. I saw a Neet for under $20 I might try.

Be ready for the ridicule ;-)  My buddy's all give me grief... calling it the boob tube and other names... LOL

Jonathan

QuoteOriginally posted by twigflicker:
Be ready for the ridicule ;-)  My buddy's all give me grief... calling it the boob tube and other names... LOL

Jonathan

Lol, may not put it on until I get in the tree.

Any idea on sizing? I'd guess I need a medium or large, I weigh about 180...

I wore one for years by the time late season rolls around I get pretty tired of all the layers and all the extra steps and stuff to carry in the woods. So I simplified it by either wearing my safety harness(not vest) on the outside of my hunting jacket. Or I would just carry  small rope or lace,in my chest pocket when I got on stand I would  tie it  or use a slip barrel around my chest to keep my jacket tight around my chest.  Or you could use a tree strap too.
The nylon mesh on a chest guard is kinda noisy in the winter woods.
Tim

Not to say I'm even familiar with the product you speak of, but when I hunt with my ghillie on, I have a piece of 550 cord I drape behind my neck, forward and under my armpits, cross behind my back and tie on the left side of my chest. Cheap as heck, works well, and best of all, no ridicule(well not for that anyways)  HAHA   :rolleyes:    :D
YMMV,
Nathan

Funny you mention this...

over on the other site...the one with all the squabbles    

I read a story today where a guy made one to keep his coat etc... out of his way while on a Barren Caribou hunt.

Title was "Convert Hunter" something like that, pretty neat setup he had.

I wear this one (camoed it with spray paint) during late season when I have to bulk up with layers. I know my string would hit the left side of my chest when wearing thick wool coat if I didn't use the Chest Protector. I wrap my left arm with Velcro to pull the sleeves in tight.

Easton Chest Protector $20.00

I wear one during late season.  I believe it's made by Cartel or something like that.  Nothing fancy just something to compress my jacket and give me string clearance.  Make sure your order an extra large.  They are sized for target shooters wearing minimal clothing so it takes an extra large to fit over a large jacket.

Whatever it takes! I like bib overalls but find that the buttons catch the string from time to time. I've learned to make concessions for that. Later in the season when a jacket is needed I just wear my tree harness on the outside and it keeps things honest.

Thanks guys

A bino harness without binocs may accomplish the same thing without ridicule.