I spent a long time deciding on this and I'm so glad I ordered it. The washed leather effect is genuinely impressive in person. The black has this depth that regular leather doesn't have, and the worn quality from the washing gives it a character you usually only find in vintage pieces. The shirt collar is a beautiful touch, looks more refined than a typical leather jacket. I'm 5'6 and ordered a medium and it fits great, tailored through the waist. The zipper is smooth, the cuffs have a nice tab detail, and the leather is clearly real. Have worn this more than any other jacket since it arrived.