Thanks. I spoke to someone at the company and they would not guarantee anything, but said that the 5 star would/should provide protection. That, and the fact that my VaprTrek snake boots only go up to knee, and I decided on the 5 star. I already have the 5 star with Dans frogger boot. I was reluctant to get the heavier and noisier snake chaps. Where I walk/post/scout has brush/thicket/thorns up to usually my neck to my head. I get uneasy stepping in that when I can't see where I am stepping.
I spend a majority of my time in super swampy areas with brambles/thorns that go pretty high. The 5 star are holding strong. Not sure how NJ swamp compares to TX, but it is pretty bad. I also just bought the dans briarproof shirt. That is awesome! I can push through thorny brush without worrying about gouging my arms or chest up. Best $70 I spent on hunting gear in ages.
Thanks!