I have a short nylon vest made by Columbia. I think it cost me about $45 or so. It has the basic multiple pockets, net hook, etc. I would suggest anything nylon and comfortable. I always buy XL vests even though I am a Large. I can put it on over winter outerwear and when not, its loose comfortable and cooler in the summer. I also like the short versions of a vest for wading. If I had to buy another vest I would buy another Columbia, LL Bean or Cabela nylon vest. I guess they are all reasonably priced and functional and I don't have to remorgage the house to pay for one.
That is my advice.
Dr Bob
Bob Widmaier
My biggest fear when I die is that my wife will sell my fly fishing gear for what I told her I paid for it!