I am a big fan of the original 44 Mag and have used it since early 2020. I have tried several different bags over the years and find myself always coming back to the clamshell design of the 44 Mag, 357 Mag and Shape Charge. I was elated when Robby reached out asking if I'd be willing to do a review of the new 44 Mag. I have had the new bag for about six weeks and have 65 miles with it shed hunting and turkey hunting.
Weight
Original 44 Mag: 3 lbs 5.4 oz
New 44 Mag: 3 lbs 5.5 oz
New Features
Weapon Sleeve. I have used this more than I thought I would. It's great for strapping your rifle, bow or trekking poles to the back of your pack. I do wish the strap was adjustable so it could be moved up and down to better secure your rifle or bow but this isn't a deal breaker.
Laser-Cut MOLLE. I usually don't have belt pouches on the back of my pack but it's nice to have options.
Side Compression Strap Configuration. The main compartment can be fully accessed without needing to undo the side compression straps like you had to on the original 44 Mag. I rarely used the side access on the original because of this but find myself using the side access all the time now.
Internal Mesh Pocket Configuration. There is only one mesh pocket now that is on the back of the clamshell lid. The original had a mesh pocket on the back of the lid and going down the main compartment.
(place holder for picture of lid configurations)
Initial Impressions
The new/upgraded features are well designed and make for a better product. The bag is more functional for the way I use it and provides better access to the main compartment. I'm looking forward to hunting this fall with it!
Link to pack: https://kifaru.net/products/44-mag
Please let me know if you have any questions! I will be adding to this thread as I get more time with it.
Weight
Original 44 Mag: 3 lbs 5.4 oz
New 44 Mag: 3 lbs 5.5 oz
New Features
Weapon Sleeve. I have used this more than I thought I would. It's great for strapping your rifle, bow or trekking poles to the back of your pack. I do wish the strap was adjustable so it could be moved up and down to better secure your rifle or bow but this isn't a deal breaker.
Laser-Cut MOLLE. I usually don't have belt pouches on the back of my pack but it's nice to have options.
Side Compression Strap Configuration. The main compartment can be fully accessed without needing to undo the side compression straps like you had to on the original 44 Mag. I rarely used the side access on the original because of this but find myself using the side access all the time now.
Internal Mesh Pocket Configuration. There is only one mesh pocket now that is on the back of the clamshell lid. The original had a mesh pocket on the back of the lid and going down the main compartment.
(place holder for picture of lid configurations)
Initial Impressions
The new/upgraded features are well designed and make for a better product. The bag is more functional for the way I use it and provides better access to the main compartment. I'm looking forward to hunting this fall with it!
Link to pack: https://kifaru.net/products/44-mag
Please let me know if you have any questions! I will be adding to this thread as I get more time with it.
