The fine wire on one side almost disappears when viewed more than 10 feet away. It is light and easy to handle and ship. It is the only woven fences in 25' lengths as well as 15'. 15' length weighs 40 lbs. Lifetime 6-8 years if battened up.
Willow looks like grayish and brown tree bark.
It varies a lot in diameter. Weighs 70 lbs. Probably lasts 8-10 years in most environments. Not as opaque as reed. Somewhat wild look.