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Second hand golf clubs is committed to being a Counterfeit Free Zone. Unfortunately, the number of Counterfeit Clubs is increasing and the counterfeiters are becoming more and more sophisticated. It is difficult for the untrained eye to sometimes spot the difference. Websites that allow members of the public to buy and sell directly amongst themselves find counterfeit golf clubs are a bigger problem every day.
Here at S-H-G-C.co.uk, we have a wealth of experience in the golf industry and have stringent checking procedures in place to ensure no counterfeit clubs slip through the net and onto our site.
If you would like us to try and determine whether or not you club is Fake/ Counterfeit we will gladly help you out. You can either bring the clubs to our shop or send us some close up images to (enquires@s-h-g-c.co.uk) of the head, shaft and head cover and will do are best to give you an answer as quickly as possible
Here is a list of items identified as 'Fake' in the last month from unwary customers thinking they have the real thing.
Nike SQ Fairway (Counterfeit)
Callaway FT-I Squareway Fairwaywood (Counterfeit)
Callaway FT-IQ (The best Counterfeit we have ever seen!!!)
Taylor Made R7 Draw irons (Counterfeit)
Things for you to watch out for?..
1. Generally, Drivers, irons and Putters are the most likely to have been counterfeited.
2. Most good quality Drivers will have a titanium head. A counterfeit Driver will be made from an inferior metal. A magnet will stick to the face of a counterfeit club but not to a titanium original.
3. Most good quality Drivers will be lighter than the counterfeit version. Counterfeit clubs are likely to be made of steel not titanium.
4. Colours used on counterfeit clubs are never exactly the same as originals, make sure you compare to an original to check.
5. Fonts can vary in thickness from the originals, again compare to an original to check.
6. If the club is counterfeit, the headcover is likely to be as well. It will be inferior quality, sometimes smaller in size and the stitching in the lettering will be less accurate .
7. Counterfeit graphite shafts often have blurred writing and poor graphics.
8. Counterfeit grips can be spotted fairly easily by their smell. They have a distinct 'old rubber tyre' smell. They are also usually thinner than standard.
9. Most manufacturers will be happy to verify the club if you are at all unsure. They can also check serial numbers if the club has one.
But hit a counterfeit club after a real one and you'll soon know the difference. |
