I can only comment about the quality and longevity of my L.L. Beaner. As I'm not sure of what model I have...
I have a 12+ year old vest that was $20-30 more than others. It has held up nicely and looks nicer than all my hunting buddies. Of course they are uglier anyways

so not hard to beat...
I don't believe you can go wrong...
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