This is a new design in girths by pro-craft. This girth has many positive features that you will like. Stainless steel hardware, Real Non-Slip action, Real Breathability, Real Safety-(constructed completely from antibacterial materials. Extensive testing has also been done on this girth to show that its combination of rubberized mesh exterior, strong interior mesh, and stainless hardware will provide a strong combination over the entire life of the girth), Really easy care, real comfort.