this unit on Cold Steel website is $599. Here at Amazon it is only $288. I am concerned this is "TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE". My question is: Is the Amazon unit defective? a factory "second"?, a counterfeit? a knock-off? a "return"?... OR is simply an outstanding buy on a genuine, first rate , Cold Steel product?I want to buy asap from Cold Steel or Amazon but would like your opinions please.just seems too good a price to be true without a "catch"...Thank you this unit on Cold Steel website is $599. Here at Amazon it is only $288. I am concerned this is "TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE". My question is: Is the Amazon unit defective? a factory... » Read More this unit on Cold Steel website is $599. Here at Amazon it is only $288. I am concerned this is "TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE". My question is: Is the Amazon unit defective? a factory "second"?, a counterfeit? a knock-off? a "return"?... OR is simply an outstanding buy on a genuine, first rate , Cold Steel product?I want to buy asap from Cold Steel or Amazon but would like your opinions please.just seems too good a price to be true without a "catch"...Thank you « Show Less
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I bought one, it was a great buy. I don't think there's any catch, just a good deal I guess.
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My husband got the katana on Amazon, it's the same sword as on cold steel, my husband said it's probably swords that have a minor imperfection. Like ours the handle guard is a little lose but nothing bad. Everything else was perfect
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If you look around, it is actually quite common to find this Katana for a much lower price than the manufacturer site. The cold steel site is just MSRP but there is probably so much fat in the price that private retailers can sell it much cheaper.
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years ago I purchased a Cold steel Kahana from a knife dealer. I paid 600.00 plus for the product. I gave it away to a family member and I recently sought to replace that sword. I purchase the one from Amazon for under 300.00it is the same sword, cold steel , and a quality product with no defects. I could chop down a tree with this sword, if I ever wanted too.Hope this helps.
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The ones straight from Cold Steel's site are 1st pick swords, guaranteed to be of the highest quality. The ones you find elsewhere MIGHT be of that quality, but are likely "seconds". It's not an uncommon practice for companies to sell their seconds elsewhere for cheaper. Often they have minor deficiencies. It's a bit of a gamble.
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The blade says Taiwan. The box says Cold Steel makes blades in the USA, Japan and Taiwan. It is an original Cold Steel knife. I have had it with me every day since I got it. It is durable and holds and edge. You can sharpen it with a combination of steels and ceramic rods. It deploys quickly and you can use it for anything from hacking down a small tree, opening letters or cutting threads depending on how coordinated you are. The tri-ad lock is rock solid. It seems large but once you carry it with you for a while you don't even notice it. Here is a decent review of it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcOz2VS6VF4&list;=UUzYMTUy7uWCfaoBX0tPJE5A Very happy with this purchase. The blade says Taiwan. The box says Cold Steel makes blades in the USA, Japan and Taiwan. It is an original Cold Steel knife. I have had it with me every day since I got it. It is durable and holds and edge. You can sharpen it with a combination of steels and ceramic rods. It deploys quickly and you can use it for anything from hacking down a small tree, opening letters or cutting threads depending on how coordinated you are. The tri-ad lock is rock solid. It seems large but once you carry it with you for a while you don't even notice it. Here is a decent review of it.... » Read More The blade says Taiwan. The box says Cold Steel makes blades in the USA, Japan and Taiwan. It is an original Cold Steel knife. I have had it with me every day since I got it. It is durable and holds and edge. You can sharpen it with a combination of steels and ceramic rods. It deploys quickly and you can use it for anything from hacking down a small tree, opening letters or cutting threads depending on how coordinated you are. The tri-ad lock is rock solid. It seems large but once you carry it with you for a while you don't even notice it. Here is a decent review of it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcOz2VS6VF4&list;=UUzYMTUy7uWCfaoBX0tPJE5A Very happy with this purchase. « Show Less
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Guys, if it's a loss-leader...do you really want to fight the crowds for the 4 units they'll have on the shelf? And Amazon will match it -- right after chickens grow lips, pigs fly, hell freezes over...well, you get the point. ;) No reason for Amazon to drop the price when it's holding its value at almost $400. Since the Transformer 2 is listed at $499 (32GB) and $599 (64GB) I also don't see a dent in the T1 price anytime soon. Even the Slider in the upper $400s hasn't hurt the T1. Maybe after BF...EDIT: Sorry, let me be clear...I'm definitely ROOTING for a BF sale or a price drop. I just don't see it happening for a while. -Matt Guys, if it's a loss-leader...do you really want to fight the crowds for the 4 units they'll have on the shelf? And Amazon will match it -- right after chickens grow lips, pigs fly, hell freezes over...well, you get the point. ;) No reason for Amazon to drop the price when it's holding its value at almost $400. Since the Transformer 2 is listed at $499 (32GB) and $599 (64GB) I also don't see a dent in the T1 price anytime soon. Even the Slider in the upper $400s hasn't hurt the T1. Maybe after BF...EDIT: Sorry, let me be clear...I'm definitely ROOTING for a BF sale... » Read More Guys, if it's a loss-leader...do you really want to fight the crowds for the 4 units they'll have on the shelf? And Amazon will match it -- right after chickens grow lips, pigs fly, hell freezes over...well, you get the point. ;) No reason for Amazon to drop the price when it's holding its value at almost $400. Since the Transformer 2 is listed at $499 (32GB) and $599 (64GB) I also don't see a dent in the T1 price anytime soon. Even the Slider in the upper $400s hasn't hurt the T1. Maybe after BF...EDIT: Sorry, let me be clear...I'm definitely ROOTING for a BF sale or a price drop. I just don't see it happening for a while. -Matt « Show Less
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I bought mine a while ago but it hasn't been installed yet due to a project stall, but I also bought it way ahead of schedule due to the fact that I got it at such a great price. I actually purchased mine form the Amazon Warehouse Deals, used (or actually damaged package or returned items) items department. It just had a damaged box, the sink is NEW, and I got it at a fraction of the original cost of a new one selling from Amazon's main page. So, if you aren't set on the Tahiti color, just in case they don't have those in the warehouse, then just look for the "used" option when you are looking a the sinks. You can get great deals from Amazon's warehouse! I bought mine a while ago but it hasn't been installed yet due to a project stall, but I also bought it way ahead of schedule due to the fact that I got it at such a great price. I actually purchased mine form the Amazon Warehouse Deals, used (or actually damaged package or returned items) items department. It just had a damaged box, the sink is NEW, and I got it at a fraction of the original cost of a new one selling from Amazon's main page. So, if you aren't set on the Tahiti color, just in case they don't have those in the warehouse, then just look for the "used" option when... » Read More I bought mine a while ago but it hasn't been installed yet due to a project stall, but I also bought it way ahead of schedule due to the fact that I got it at such a great price. I actually purchased mine form the Amazon Warehouse Deals, used (or actually damaged package or returned items) items department. It just had a damaged box, the sink is NEW, and I got it at a fraction of the original cost of a new one selling from Amazon's main page. So, if you aren't set on the Tahiti color, just in case they don't have those in the warehouse, then just look for the "used" option when you are looking a the sinks. You can get great deals from Amazon's warehouse! « Show Less
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Depends....mine was counterfeit. Be aware that everything you buy from Amazon doesn't come from the Amazon warehouses. There are often 3rd party resellers involved - that's where the bogus items come from. If the item states "sold and shipped by Amazon", it's usually the real deal. So....just make sure Amazon is the seller.
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Hi. I've read that there are fakes around on ebay for sure. I can't vouch but the box here and the warranty card, manual, cloth, case - all look pretty authentic to me. The logo cut too looks pretty authentic. If you want to compare to a fake google for sample images. You pretty much can tell straightaway. The box (for fake) is a little like this but seem oversized, the logo cut is clumsy (unless "they" refined it) and the flute do not come with the above warranty cards owner's manual etc. My case is moulded plastic which has maroon velvet, my friend's son's has a case like this one. Hi. I've read that there are fakes around on ebay for sure. I can't vouch but the box here and the warranty card, manual, cloth, case - all look pretty authentic to me. The logo cut too looks pretty authentic. If you want to compare to a fake google for sample images. You pretty much can tell straightaway. The box (for fake) is a little like this but seem oversized, the logo cut is clumsy (unless "they" refined it) and the flute do not come with the above warranty cards owner's manual etc. My case is moulded plastic which has maroon velvet, my friend's son's has a case like this one.
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I can tell you that the one I received is of very high quality and comes highly recommended. The box it came in certainly seemed to be genuine. You should go ahead and order it with a good feeling.I hope that helped.
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There is some question around the web as to whether this is a legitimate business. Their website has disappeared in the past day or two. If you check the Amazon price guarantee there is a list of stores/sites they will definitely match.
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I purchased the one sold by Outfitter Country storefront, on Amazon. 100% authentic new in box. I would be willing to sell mine for the right price which is still under the $170 Amazon price. It has never cut anything but a couple sheets of paper. I rarely carry it because I have so many blades in rotation. :)
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Excellent question when it comes to the paramilitary 2 I bought it through amazon not a third party vendor due to the fact that it is a commonly counterfeited knife and Amazon is very reputable and from my understanding buys directly from the vendor not to mention amazon sells it way cheaper than a third party vendor would. As far as I know about factory second I'm more than confident amazon would state it in the description of the item if it where a refurbished or returned item or damage item furthermore amazon places these items in its amazon warehouse inventory where if you visit will give a detailed description of any defects such as a minor scratches etc. Of course I can't speak for third party vendors in which I personally avoid completely if the item I am purchasing is a commonly counterfeited item unless of course books, clothes and other items. I personally also inspected the knives I received from amazon and so far no sign's of it being a fake or factory second. Hope this helps.
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If it is, it's a good one. It looks exactly like the one in Edwin Watts, but it is $50 cheaper. I think that's the whole point in buying online. If it is counterfeit but performs the same would you have a problem with paying $50 less?
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It's not fake. I bought this one for my husband a few months ago and it's great. Plus, it's being sold by amazon, not some unknown person. You can always return if you're not happy.
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I'd never buy through Ktom. Sites like that typically have "restocking fees". I bought a $300 blender through the webstaurant store, returned it and was charged a 30% retocking fee!!! 30%!!! Never again will I buy from them. There's no such contingency with Amazon. I bought my slicer through Amazon and the item was delivered damaged. They took it back without question and placed an order for another machine. Ive been using it for one year now and it still operates like it did when it came out of the box. Other than that I cant tell you what the mechanical warranty is from Presto offhand. I'll see if I can dig up the paperwork tonight and get back to you. I'd never buy through Ktom. Sites like that typically have "restocking fees". I bought a $300 blender through the webstaurant store, returned it and was charged a 30% retocking fee!!! 30%!!! Never again will I buy from them. There's no such contingency with Amazon. I bought my slicer through Amazon and the item was delivered damaged. They took it back without question and placed an order for another machine. Ive been using it for one year now and it still operates like it did when it came out of the box. Other than that I cant tell you what the mechanical warranty is from Presto... » Read More I'd never buy through Ktom. Sites like that typically have "restocking fees". I bought a $300 blender through the webstaurant store, returned it and was charged a 30% retocking fee!!! 30%!!! Never again will I buy from them. There's no such contingency with Amazon. I bought my slicer through Amazon and the item was delivered damaged. They took it back without question and placed an order for another machine. Ive been using it for one year now and it still operates like it did when it came out of the box. Other than that I cant tell you what the mechanical warranty is from Presto offhand. I'll see if I can dig up the paperwork tonight and get back to you. « Show Less
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I just bought this model from J&R; last week for $599 with free shipping. It said it was out of stock but I decided to go ahead and preorder so I could get one when they came in. The next day I got an email saying it had shipped and it is supposed to arrive tomorrow. This is the only place I could find that had for this price besides Amazon and I looked everywhere!
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As far as I know this is the same cold steel spartan, that's on the cold steel website. I have never heard of cold steel making another one,lighter or heavier. It is probably a misprint on cold steels part because it feel more like 7.5oz to me.
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Hello there, i am scared to order this product because i live in the northern marianas aka 'Guam'.just seeing that one commet about receiving only one strut and then he was offered a 30% off for the other one.the point is,i stay far away and just the thoght of a false advertisement is really unkool.. i had ordered so many different parts for vehicles,numerous items for myself as well and the only thing i had a problem with was a cheap digital watch that never came in.. please let me know if this product is safe to order??? thanks in advance....MykuBoy78........(*-*)..........
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Let me help you with this question and maybe save you some money. If you buy it from Amazon, you will get ripped off for 26 bucks. If you get it from their web site, you will get ripped of for about 38.95. Both ways, you loose. The reviews do not lie. I sould not say that Amazon is removing this item from their site. I guess I can't confirm that. I do hope they do.