sling real or fake

RB did have real stuff years ago, maybe still does, if he wants to sell it. But if it is real he knows it, and it would only go for real prices. If you get a bargain price on something from him, I would be wary.

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Originally Posted by lfpdlt

Thanks guys, I am pretty sure it's a fake. I bought it last year from Riverbank Armory before I realized they were the same thing as the dread pirate George everyone is always refering to on the various forums. I guess I was hoping that maybe he actually sold me something legit but my worst fears were confirmed. Oh well, live and learn, but, he won't get me again.

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Well, I've seen him sell fake type I rear sights for $160.00. Yeah, George has real stuff and I would bet it goes for way big bucks! And then, is it really real???

Just kinda takes the fun out of collecting doesn't it......

Not really, the fun is doing the research and acquiring items that you know - from the knowledge you've gained - are real. A little homework never hurt anyone and makes you a better collector. :D

But, we all get taken a few times somewhere along the way. At least I know I have. It just happens.

I've gotten taken a few times too. Helps reinforce the lessons!

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Originally Posted by jimb16

I've gotten taken a few times too. Helps reinforce the lessons!

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Precisely. We all "get taken" occasionally, it's part of the education, just don't let it happen too often. Learn from the mistake.

Ditto on the "I've been taken...."

The last time I was "taken" on sling, the seller had a picture of an original (1960s Vietnam era sling), but sent me a cheap piece of cr@p that was a funny green with shiny metal fittings!