Yes, I like the first armor better as well.
I have trouble deciding though if i should sell the new one. I alos have the larian Armor. I think that one is even better. but I have to make a choice between an armor with some extra skills or go for the thicker plating and some very nice stats and resistances.
Half this game I walk around encumbered. I have trouble deciding what to keep.
In your opinion, is less thick plating, say 190 and good stats plus 2 skillpoints better than one with armor 290 also good stats and no skills?
