Item is being sold "as-is" and as pictured.  It is in vintage condition with damage as illustrated in the photos.  There is expected signs of patina commensurate with age and use. It has writing on one side.  Several splits and taped repairs.  It looks exactly as it does in the photo.  Please use the zoom and enlarge features to determine and confirm condition.  The included pictures in the listing are of the actual item.