Purchased from this site about a year ago. The item was not used very much, and the following description was provided: There are no fatal scratches or stains, but there is a small fraying on the eyelet of the right-side bottle pocket. There were no problems with use. *See image 6 No mention of color fading. The aforementioned fraying wasn't a concern, but the color has changed? The yellow parts have faded. I often see this series fading from its original vibrant yellow, and while I think it's unavoidable, it's at a level where it should be clearly stated that the color has faded significantly. It's unrelated to the item's use, but you might not have noticed. I was able to compare it with my other items. *Image 3 compares it with a similar item from the same manufacturer that has faded slightly. This is for reference only and is not the item for sale. I used it twice in actual use. I no longer use it because I now use a soft flask. I feel that there is no noticeable damage or dirt other than the color fading and fraying. Please understand the above before purchasing. Shipping is not available on weekends and holidays. Thank you for your understanding. I apologize.