This is one heavy-duty vest. The sanded duck fabric is soft to the touch but very substantial, and I foresee it lasting for a long long time. The pile lining is also soft. The vest is just the right weight: heavy enough for outdoor wear, but not too heavy for all-day indoor/outdoor wear. I love the pockets: two handwarmer pockets at just the right placing, two small upper zippered security pockets (which are also practically invisable and keeps the line of the vest simple), and a hidden inner pocket.

I received the vest a week ago, and have had it on practically nonstop ever since. Considering that I got it for around $40.00, which I consider a HUGE bargain for the quality received.....well, in short, I recommend it highly.

One note: I wear a womens 8-10 in tops, and while the size M vest fits me excellently, I do wish the armholes were just a leeeettle bigger. If you are at all between sizes, I might recommend going with your larger size choice.