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Got a Question of fake bats

I recently purchased slazenger pure blade ultimate from Muqueemsprots.com

I was wondering if the bat could be fake. The price was $400, which seemed reasonable for a good bat.
But I had some doubts about it, as far as I know slazenger is british maker, and the bat was made in India.
Can someone tell me if it's a fake or real?

Thanks
 
Re: Got a Question of fake bats

Although Slazenger are a British brand (I think) there is every chance that the bat could have been made in India.

A lot of companies outsource there due to costs. Only a small number are still made in England (generally bats for pros etc). Nothing wrong with the quality (English Willow will see be used, if it's meant to be used) it's simply a case of reducing costs for the company.

A better way to tell is by looking at the quality of the stickers and the overall finish of the bat, often on fake bats the stickers can look a little dodgy. If you post a photo then I can have a look and see what I think.
 
Re: Got a Question of fake bats

Without seeing photo's I'd say it was genuine, the Muqueem site is professional and they stock a full range of Slazenger gear indicating they're a legitimate retailer. A lot of fake sellers only have bats in stock, as they're a lot easier to just sticker.

And your comments about it being made in India, I am led to believe all production was moved to India after the takeover by Sports World. They used to be machined and finished here in the UK, but that machine has since been sold to another British manufacturer.
 
Re: Got a Question of fake bats

Thanks guys but I haven't played it yet.
I was told that i have to knock my bat even though it was pre knocked. I will upload the picture of it soon.
Have nice weekend :)
 
Re: Got a Question of fake bats

Yeah, you'll need to knock it in for a little while, somewhere in the region of 2/4 hours should suffice.
 
Re: Got a Question of fake bats

surely you could email slazenger and ask them if they are an official dealer?
 
Re: Got a Question of fake bats

good plan batman!

interesting concepts fake bats? they may be better than some originals?
 
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