I'm not sure- this was a couple months ago when I tried a friend's out. I remember the backing had a plasticky aroma and was not too stiff to support reholstering. When trying it I asked my friend if it was real leather, he didn't know. This was my major gripe since I use my Crossbreed+G19 for IDPA. I would compare the holsters to buying a pair of men's shoes at TJ Maxx of unknown, leather looking material versus Allen Edmonds. I think my friend was just thrilled he could get a decent IWB with their special warranty for around $30.