Fergus Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Hey gang, I've been reading more and more about fake Minelabs recently. Kinda scares a guy away from Ebay, aye? Once in a while I run across one on Craigs or when traveling. I have been apprehensive about buying one. How would you tell the difference? Rather are there some distinct features that only a genuine unit would have? Thanks for your input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homefire Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 On the Mine Lab site they show how to tell by the Stickers, and a few other suttle differences.In one case the serial numbers were all the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldfinger Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 You've probably seen this article already.http://www.minelab.com/usa/consumer/where-to-buy/buyer-bewareNo doubt there's going to have to be other changes made also since the counterfeiting will get better and better. I think it's going to be a never ending battle considering the money involved.I think your best bet is to know the seller before you buy.Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garimpo Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Best bet of all is to buy from a authorized dealer.....and we just happen to have one on this forum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nugget Shooter Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Bring to a dealer we have a special gizmo to read the hologram thingy or call Minelab with the serial #. Best bet is buy from only an authorized dealer or the savings you try to get may be a real bummer overall sadly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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