This vest is a true original created around 1985, back before the term "Battle Vest" was utilized. It has 30+ years of authentic wear and tear and has survived through many years of living the heavy metal lifestyle! It is pictured in it's original form with very few patches (they were hard to come by back then). I am trying to decide whether I dare alter it by adding more patches or leave it as-is and begin making a new Battle Vest.