I bought this jacket second hand, and it had clearly seen alot of use, however, I have had it well over a year now and it has never let me down. It is dependably waterproof in the worst of rain (experienced in Scotland / Dartmoor /Exmoor)and invariably keeps me dryer than others with similar jackets. Perhaps not the most lightweight of Berghaus products but completely reliable. It does the job well. Only downside is that the pockets are slightly inconveniently positioned, they are not ideal for hands, althoguh good for holding other things, eg. compass, food, etc. Very comfotable watever the weather in particular it has a good hood which keeps the rain of face and eyes inless completely horizontal. NOt perfect, but very good indeed.