SCUBA QUALITY: This snorkeling specific snorkel is made from the highest quality silicone material. SOFT SILICONE MOUTHPIECE. A soft silicone mouth piece. Many of the inexpensive snorkels are made of PVC to save costs on manufacturing. The silicone used in the AKONA Capri is the highest quality material you can use. SEMI-DRY TOP. The thoughtfully designed semi dry top will keep most water out of the breathing tube. Splashed water simply washes down the external sides of the breathing tube, staying out of the path of the air. SNORKEL KEEPER. Simple to use snorkel keep maintains mask and snorkel together. The Capri Snorkel is made by AKONA, an American Sporting Goods Brand, specializing in Watersports since 1992 If you are looking for a simple and reasonably priced snorkel for whatever the reason, the Capri Snorkel from AKONA is an easy choice. Looking for the basic snorkel so you can scuba dive or snorkel? The Capri is the right choice.