I have not used a safety harness for 30 years because I feel so restricted and also feel it is a good way to hang myself in my opinon. I feel if you are in good physical condition, alert and prepared for the hunt in all aspects- take the garb off and enjoy the hunt. Who needs more straps/ accessories hanging around you
Let's us all know where you live so we can keep an eye out for your obituary. 30 years is an impressive streak, but it will end sooner or later. Unless you hunt stands that are built like tree houses, always where a safety belt of somekind.
Dabowhunter, Its all hindsight now, but you should have done a few practice draws to see what felt comfortable. I've found by doing this that there are certain angles I just wont be able to shoot. If the angle is critical, i'll adjust. If not, any deer that comes that direction will just be lucky that day.
Not wearing a harness is just asking for a serious injury or worse. No deer is worth that.