I - The bracelet is actually darker than the picture, but it does not interfere with anything! Even better I prefer darker.
II - The bracelet is made so that it seems old is patched and that's just fine too.
III - And yes, it feels strong! But it is real leather !! Treated with a special product that feels strong, but that's normal, it's real leather!
After two days, the product smell is already fading.
This more than 10 years that I wear bracelet like this, I know very well myself and this one is perfect!
Besides sends very quickly received more than expected!
In short I recommend it to everyone !!