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Hello, new to this community. So not sure where to post. I was wondering if yall who know what their talking about know if this takedown tool looks legit or not? Im not really sure what to look for. So any advice is helpful.
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Difficult to say because of dark photos. BUT...the first, and sometimes the best test is the drop test.
Simply find a solid surface like marble, granite, ceramic, etc., found in kitchens and bathrooms or tile floors Then drop the tool from about a foot or so. If it THUNKS. Throw it away. If it clinks like a delicate bell it's probably good. These tools were made of very hardened steel and the hardening process gives it the clinkey, bell like sound. Hopes this helps. John |
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I can do that. I have also heard that the legit tools are around 2.4-2.5mm thick and most reproductions are around 3mm? The main thing im concerned about is the deep stamp? I've seen alot of legit ones with a light stamp on them.
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WHITE backgrounds take the WORST photos with auto settings. White REFLECTS light and shuts off detail of the tool. Use a dark background for better detail.
The hole lip and the screwdriver tip are important details.
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I agree, these are the sellers pics. I have not actually gotten the tool yet.
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It's ok, you can buy it.
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If it's fake then I wouldn't throw it away if you plan to take it to the range occasionally. Better to use a fake as a mag loading assist tool than an original. Let it take all the finish wear and keep any originals as collectibles or display items.
Even the screwdriver blade on a fake is usually still adequate to remove the grips at the range if necessary. Some fakes are better than others in that respect. -Bob |
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