As per your request, here are closer photos of the bag now that I have received it. The one things that concerns me is that it feels "plasticky", however, I've never felt one of the smoother leathered TOD's so have no grounds for comparison. I look forward to your opinion and thank you again so much!
Authentic! It's probably from the early 90's. Previous owner may have applied some product to the leather leaving the sticky residue. Give it a wipe with a slightly damp cotton cloth. Enjoy!