You have stepped into the realm of high quality and higher price. Your reasons for spending more are: 1) a thick, heavy-duty stainless steel fabric (thickness is quality) 2) washable (instructions included); conductivity- destroying sweat deposits dissolve away, making the lame renewable; 3) well-sewn with a sturdy liner and zipper; 4) a catch collar at the throat (a secured overlapping flap) that traps blades that slide under the bib of the mask; 5) front zip for easy on and off zipping down to let our heat during practice or competition. For the confirmed and knowledgeable fencer.
