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How to spot a fake Minelab GPX 5000
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<blockquote data-quote="mbasko" data-source="post: 282959" data-attributes="member: 4485"><p>It looks ok by the font type etc.</p><p>Being knocked around a bit would probably put me off but it doesn't mean it would be no good though. Just my preference to get a well looked after detector.</p><p>A damaged serial number label could be a bit of a concern - my concern wouldn't be that this one is fake but maybe stolen at some point? </p><p>Get the serial number & check it out with Minelab. Give them a ring & ask about the metal tag - if it's under warranty would they honour warranty with a metal tag on it like that? </p><p>Is the current owner registered as the owner with Minelab? Get a bit of history on it & see if it matches what the seller says (if he has details like original place of purchase when new etc.)</p><p>You can never be too careful when spending a few grand on something. If you do decide to go for a look & know someone who knows a bit about them see if they can go with you.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mbasko, post: 282959, member: 4485"] It looks ok by the font type etc. Being knocked around a bit would probably put me off but it doesn't mean it would be no good though. Just my preference to get a well looked after detector. A damaged serial number label could be a bit of a concern - my concern wouldn't be that this one is fake but maybe stolen at some point? Get the serial number & check it out with Minelab. Give them a ring & ask about the metal tag - if it's under warranty would they honour warranty with a metal tag on it like that? Is the current owner registered as the owner with Minelab? Get a bit of history on it & see if it matches what the seller says (if he has details like original place of purchase when new etc.) You can never be too careful when spending a few grand on something. If you do decide to go for a look & know someone who knows a bit about them see if they can go with you. [/QUOTE]
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