So, it's cheap, and you can tell it's cheap. The collar is flimsy and the patches are ugly, but you can definitely get rid of the stuff on the back. You'll need to cut the seams, but then it comes off really easily and there's almost nothing left after that.

Sturdy feeling leather though, just patchy (it's like a quilt). Used it for a tron costume and had some real problems sewing, so you know it's solid leather! Definitely recommended if you want a cheap leather jacket.