I've yet to find a jacket that suits my needs 100% of the time, and so for this reason I own several. Some are expensive, some fancy, some cheap, some rugged, all have a purpose, most have several purposes. As with much of the stuff I wear, it is context sensitive. Context dictated mainly by geography, society, and the weather, I am compelled to diversify my wardrobe thus. For this reason, you are not likely to see me wearing my Armani rain jacket in January out on the buddy's ranch while working his cattle herd, nor will you see me wearing my waterproof camo parka in August here in Florida.

Some things are more versatile than others. Where I am apt to change my coat more often, you might still likely find me wearing my photog vest any time of year, either as an outer-garment or under a heavier coat.