This is an MHL hat. I bought it at a shop in Osaka several years ago. It has a used-like finish from the beginning, giving it a cool texture. The color is black, but it's not a sharp, solid black. As mentioned above, it's a black with a used, worn look, like it's been rubbed or distressed. I've used it a few times and stored it at home. It's a used item, so please understand that it's a pre-owned item before purchasing.