I have turned into THAT person .... need advice please!

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.
 
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