You were certainly not overreacting. Agree with all that you should return it, as the stitching and rivet indent are not good. And also agree that $145 is not much savings and it's best to buy brand new, out the door with that big orange bag! I do buy some "like new" bags and slg's from Yoogi's, but only if I'm saving hundreds of dollars because the bags or slgs are discontinued, or an older style. I have the Speedy B DE 25, bought brand new a few years ago, and I love it so much. So, I hope you return this one and go buy a brand new one instead.