I used mine for the first time a couple of weeks ago, and called in a gobbler for Bldhound without the bird spooking. Sat in the rain the next morning, and while it leaks at the seams it's not nearly as bad as sitting in the rain. I bought mine from Sportsman's Guide, and it is probably the best thing I've ever bought with the exception of my Ol'Man Vision climber. And the blind was a whole lot cheaper. We used blinds during bow season last fall, and the deer do seem to be wary for a few minutes, but they settle down fast. I've got 2 little boys that are dying to go hunting with dad. I think it is perfect for that because you have the mesh screens for concealment, and they can lay down to take a nap in it if they get too wiped out.