This is an old story with GG devices Veles. Philippine guys sell direct GGTS-GGStealth-AVS copies and other copies with very small differences. Russian guys do the same. Korean guys sell UFS identical to GG UFS and who knows what else. A Greek store sells GGStealths and GGTB. Others make Iatty from any material they think, unpolished with a small difference in reffiling's cap length. Some copies are fair, some of them are bad, some of them are a waste of time. I am tired of this really. But on the other hand, GG series is the only devices that are copied and I feel proud of this. Also these copies makes original GG look even better and it shows how much work a GG requires to be what it is
ps. I am very glad that you tried to stop this guy from selling GG copies. You are a great guy Veles
It's bitter sweet Imeo.
Replication is indeed a sincere form of flattery, but at the same token its violating to your passion, business and client base and the good people who don't yet posses proper knowledge with the expectation of doing the right thng.
If it smells like a skunk and kicks like a snake and runs like a nose with a bad cold.... it's probably doesn't wear a tie.
I believe a good portion of the issue (those who are genuinely looking to purchase a genuine GG product) comes from the lack of education and awareness of the intricacies of the fine GG line of devices that you develop and produce.
As a noob, not that long ago, I didn't realize the difference from one piece of equipment to another without having the ability to hold it in my hand. I just figured that some may have less overhead or they were attempting to undercut their competition and make up for it in volume, until I began my quest for knowledge on the GG line.
Fortunately for me, I haven't found myself in that odd predicament of purchasing a product while not receiving what I was expecting, because now I know what I'm looking at, I know what to look for in a genuine GG product and where to get an authentic piece. I feel as though my patience was answered and I was rewarded with what I was seeking.
You have the Wikis, the home sites, good people working support for these sites and the fine folks that frequent the ECF GG forum who will reach out with the proper information for one who is looking to become educated. As a result.... the proper information gets passed on... then it begins to spread and cover more area.
I think, if the wind is just right, the more people become educated about something, the less they are inclined to fall to the wrong side of the tracks..... unless their intent is to do so.
That's the way I see it.
I realize it's a little different when one is being told and showed a piece that has been misrepresented from across the globe...... but that gets into a whole other set of morals and values....
There is no substitute for genuine!
People who are genuinely interested in something should do their due diligence prior to making a purchase.
In closing, I am so looking forward to receiving my very first genuine GG device(s) very soon. My due diligence and patience have served me well in the longer run.
BTW - hope you all don't mind the lengthy post. I sent the piano out for repairs and needed to exercise my fingers...
Keep up the great gift Imeo - you're awesome dude!!
Peace-