We have been a Ruffwear Fan for years. We purchased this collar based on reputation & reviews. It did not disappoint! It took a minute for us to figure out how to adjust, but we appreciate how it works. We love the quality, the look, the tag silencer, the tag holder separate from leash hook, reflection built in, and that it is not bulky. We are active- camp & hike, and wanted something that is comfortable for our pup, and wouldn't hold smell when wet etc. We have rope leashes ( sadly from another company. We want to eventually get Ruffwear one, but since the rope holds up, we still have severalof the other brand) We have not tested getting wet part, as we just recently purchased, but like everything about this collar & this company. Has so many features in such a simple collar.