I am very pleased with this vest. I bought it for my husband to replace the tattered cheap "Tijuana bargain" piece he had been wearing. It is well constructed of high quality leather and is very well made. As a seamstress I can tell the difference. Beautifully lined and detailed. This vest should last a good 10 to 20 years or longer, like real leather should. Although it is not a full jacket it will still provide a good amount of protection for the motorcycle enthusiast, and the side laces are adjustable so one could actually wear a jacket underneath it.