Just to compare the original and the replacement, both were taken under identical lighting conditions:
Original:
Replacement:
The original is a smoother, finer print. You can clearly see the texturing on the replacement slip case and it is a slight darker print.
I might prefer the original over the replacement, but there is a degree of presentability that defines the textured case that's not unlike the grainy texture of the books. I'm overall pretty happy with the level of service they're willing to go to make us happy, so thanks Jacob and team.
Edit: I also want to add that the slip case arrived very well packaged. It's clear FAKKU has taken our feedback to heart and that the case arrived in an oversized box with plenty of cushioning as well as an outer wrapping of paper to protect against any infiltrating debris (which worked apparently, the wrapping has some slight dark stains but none on the slip case). Well done and thank you.