I personally did not feel like it was New tape. To me, it appeared to be just outside of its shelf life. Like black electrical tape that is getting old. Maybe the tape roll was overheated. I purchased two rolls of different colors and they are both the same. The tape is still useable, maybe it was just manufactured to different specifications. I know what new, good, fresh vinyl tape should look and feel like. To me it's questionable.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]