I like it. I wore the same 10X vest for years and all the pockets were low and I felt as if the vest was dragging me down. This one carries everything a little higher.
It is hard to relocate all your stuff from old vest to new vest but I am working on it and after a hunt or two I might relocate some things.
I didn't think either of my friction calls would fit in the holders but I got them in and I think they will work OK. I like a separate water bottle pocket, I use to keep a bottle in the game pouch and was always digging for it.
I usually do buy after the season but got a little tax money back and decided to splurge. I usually do get a good deal so I can't complain.