Be confident in your gear – avoid wasting money by following these five simple checks.
How do you tell if your GPS-02 grip-pod is real or fake?
- Check that the mounting bolt on the top of the grip-pod has a smooth surface, and is not thin.
Real grip pods have a sturdy and strong mounting bolt. Fake grip pods have a skinny mounting bolt. The difference is simple and easy to spot. This difference is visible both from the top of the grip pod, as well as from the side.Â
- Loosen the wing-nut all the way. If it comes off, you have a fake.
The wing nut on a fake grip pod will unscrew until it falls off. An authentic GPS-02’s wing nut will not screw all of the way off.
- How deep are the grooves on the grip?
The hand grip for a real GPS-02 has deep grooves in it. The fake grip pods have a more bubbly look along the hand-grip.
- Look for the GPS trade-mark.
When in doubt, look at the branding! The authentic grips have the authentic logo on them.
- Does the bi-pod rattle after being deployed?
Deploy the bi-pod and give your fore-grip a shake. If you hear a rattling spring, you have a fake in your hands. Also check the legs for the steel reinforcement.
- Buy your Grip-Pod from Venture Surplus, we guarantee authenticity!
Our Grip Pods are all checked for authenticity before leaving the warehouse, so you can be sure of a quality product.
Our Grip Pods are all checked for authenticity before leaving the warehouse, so you can be sure of a quality product.
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Your GPS.02 Grip Pod was as advertised. Fits tight on the rail and very stable. Made in the USA and “NOT” a Chinese knock off. It is a quality product and looking forward to some range time. I have recommended your company to several of my friends and plan on ordering some other items I found on your site. The order came timely and the price was unbeatable.
I’m glad to hear you like it 🙂 We appreciate the recommendation!
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