thats great. i got my entry into eberlestock much the same way. they just went thru a major remodel and their old stuff can be found on their site and resellers sites at closeout prices.
mystery ranch is a good brand too. ive seen some at the surplus store in ft walton and crestview (same owners). they are surplus from the 7th group. you need to look them over very good for any minor tears but they arent a bad price.
i have begun switching over from military gear to eberlestock for my hunting setup. i have some but wondered if anyone out there had any they were interested in getting rid of. you dont know till you ask.
i am having two huge trees cut down next week. i plan on asking my neighbor if he wants the firewood. maybe we can go in on a splitter and make a day of it. we will see.