I love my VP215. Heavy but love to have it when processing fish or game. Agree with above about saving money on buying bags in bulk. I do love the thicker bags too
This is my favorite for shank meat. Mostly used with Whitetail but could be applied to all.
https://www.fieldandstream.com/story/blogs/wild-chef/how-to-make-ramen-with-venison-shank-meat/