I currently have an old Nevin (now Helium) SWAT USCG vest, and although it's worked well for several seasons, I'm thinking of getting a new one this year. I've looked around a bit, and the O'Neill Revenge looks great (but expensive), and the CWB Essential sounds like it may fit the bill as well. One thing I can't find is an actual photo of someone wearing the Essential - all the CWB team pics/vids have the Faction, and that looks a bit too short too me. Anyone have any pics of the Essential in action or can comment on how it fits? And is it worth upgrading from the SWAT? Thanks for any input!

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I strongly recommend a side entry vest. If the vest rides up on you a little after a fall...the zipper wont rub on your neck and chin.

^Yeah I've enjoyed the side entry on the SWAT, I'm just curious how the Essential fits in comparison. At least in stock photos it looks like it's a different cut.