Hi rx4dsoul. I got the bag from an acquaintance who sometimes sells stuff she purchases from the US. It can be returned if I'm not too happy about it. Compared to my store bought China-made LPs, I don't see much difference with the leather flap, the inside part feels the same except this one is a bit thinner. I can't tell anything about the hardware, since this is the first gold one I got. I'm sorry, I wish I had more info. Thank you for your time.Seller info?
