This is a real HATCH knee pad. I used it about three times in airsoft games. I'm selling it because I'm retiring. The fit is incomparably better than the replicas I've used before, and it didn't slip even when running, which is what you'd expect from the real thing. It's more expensive than imitations, but it improves your mobility, making airsoft more enjoyable. There are some scratches and dirt from use, but it's still in usable condition.