I am a leather connoisseur.  The leather is split-grain and chromium-tanned, therefore it may irritate your skin after several hours of use.  It is thick and heavy, but weight does not necessarily mean high-quality, as leather is often packed with fibers (impregnating) that add to it's weight to reinforce this common misconception.  Considering the price, and it's decent quality leather, it is a good buy, however.  Fits nicely with 3 adjustable settings.  All around good buy, can't go wrong for the price and is a nice addition to a leather collection.