Sitka Gear Hunting Coats and Jackets

Shopping Sitka Gear Hunting Coats and Jackets on eBay: A Guide

As you prepare for the hunting season, you probably want to ensure that you stay warm and comfortable, regardless of the weather. Sitka, as one of the leading manufacturers of hunting gear, offers rugged coats and jackets with specialized camouflage patterns. Here's how to find yours on eBay:

Whether you want a Sitka puffy jacket or just something to layer with, Sitka offers jackets in just about every level of warmth. Here are some of the styles you're likely to see on eBay:

• Sitka Fanatic jacket: This design is insulated to keep you warm in the coldest of wind chills. It also is optimized for bow hunting.
• Sitka Jetstream jacket: As one of the original Sitka designs, this jacket is a favorite. Even though it's a soft-shell jacket, it's built for chasing down game in the mountains.
• Sitka Blizzard parka: This ultra-warm design is made for hunting in winter in the open country.
• Sitka Dakota vest: This vest and other Sitka vests are designed for layering.

Part of the success of the Sitka Gear company is its ability to make specialized camo patterns for different hunting situations. As you shop, be sure to check that the pattern you're looking at is suited to the type of hunting you intend to do. Here are some of the more common Sitka patterns:

• Subalpine: This pattern is designed to make you look as though you've faded into a forest background.
• Whitetail: This design is made especially for deer hunting.
• Elevated: This pattern is especially for hunting in a stand.
• Open Country: This is designed for hunting in open spaces and shooting from a distance.

As you look for your next piece of hunting gear on eBay, you likely will come across new and used jackets alike. If you can find them in good condition, used coats and jackets may be able to save you money.

However, before you buy used, check the listing for information on wear. Most people will try to accurately describe any noticeable tears or wear points. Since hunting gear is typically just worn on hunts, chances are good that you'll be able to find something in good condition for a good price. Moreoever, if you're mostly concerned about funciton more than aeshtetics, you might not might a few cosmetic signs of wear so long as the jacket will keep your warm and hidden.