The bartape is original and very comfortable. I did notice however the box it came with was old and a little torn up. I showed this to the attendant and also pointed out how there was a small tear on the bartape and it was a little beige in color probably due to the time it spent in stock. I still accepted it as I badly needed a new bartape, but I hope this merchant can double check the quality of their current products and adjust the price to match it.

Overall I'm satisfied since I accepted it and was in need at that time. I am just not sure if I'd buy it again, however.