is this JPX AD driver legit?

Newbie Golfer Posts : 63 Join date : 2014-08-22

Need assistance from fellow mizuno experts. Is this JPX AD driver authentic?

is this JPX AD driver legit? IMG_3148

the shaft label seems off.. normally should have serial barcode imprinted at the bottom correct?
is this JPX AD driver legit? IMG_3150

Subject: Re: is this JPX AD driver legit? Sat Jan 10, 2015 4:48 pm

U bought from shop or?

Newbie Golfer Posts : 63 Join date : 2014-08-22

some sample shaft label found online. so it makes me wondering if the driver in picture above is legit as I intend to purchase it.

is this JPX AD driver legit? Shaft1

Newbie Golfer Posts : 63 Join date : 2014-08-22

vinjess wrote:: U bought from shop or?

golfsite.sg

Subject: Re: is this JPX AD driver legit? Sat Jan 10, 2015 5:09 pm

Maybe the barcode faded? If intend to buy then buy with confident. If not just give it a miss mor.

Very Active Golfer Posts : 845 Join date : 2013-03-10

Difficult to tell just from the label as some are for JDM.
Some distributors paste their own labels also.

Newbie Golfer Posts : 52 Join date : 2012-07-22

You could consider writing to the company (i.e. Mizuno) for their opinion.

Senior Golfer Posts : 420 Join date : 2011-03-30

This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Newbie Golfer Posts : 63 Join date : 2014-08-22

teegem wrote:: This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Owner advertised to sell at $280. but after bargaining, he is willing to lower to slightly above $100+ tats why I'm a little sceptical could it be fake?

Subject: Re: is this JPX AD driver legit? Sun Jan 11, 2015 10:22 am

dr_z8 wrote:

teegem wrote:: This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Owner advertised to sell at $280. but after bargaining, he is willing to lower to slightly above $100+ tats why I'm a little sceptical could it be fake?

Too good to be true is never true ... Be careful before you part your money ... I came across many strange ads in Golfsite.sg as it is not a control and manage portal ...

Very Active Golfer Posts : 845 Join date : 2013-03-10

Ask for serial number and check with Mizuno.

Newbie Golfer Posts : 81 Join date : 2013-02-05

finishing of the club looks dubious
1. "New" sticker on club head
2. Shaft flex sticker on club head
3. Club spec on shaft. if i recall, its laser printed, shouldnt smudge so evenly like in the pic

then again, my day job is not sherlock holmes..haha.. call and get with mizuno direct is best

"if its too good to be true, it most likely isnt"

Newbie Golfer Posts : 76 Join date : 2012-09-12

Usually (though not all the time), fakes are of the more "premium" brands or mainstream models. Especially Titleist, Scotty Cameron, Vokeys. Maybe TMs and Callaways (popular models).

For less mainstream ones (and I would place this mizuno driver in this category), counterfeiters are not so interested because of low sales volumes, low margins.

If that's a weight screw, see if it can be removed. Usually for fakes, the screws are false - just painted on to make it look like a screw.

Just a thought...

Newbie Golfer Posts : 96 Join date : 2010-11-23

dr_z8 wrote:

teegem wrote:: This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Owner advertised to sell at $280. but after bargaining, he is willing to lower to slightly above $100+ tats why I'm a little sceptical could it be fake?

I think the buyer has an issue, bargain so hard after given then he think it is too low to be real.... lol!

Super Active Golfer Posts : 2100 Join date : 2009-11-30

Lol
Good one!!!
So when I sell things I must not allow discount!

Newbie Golfer Posts : 63 Join date : 2014-08-22

MPA wrote:

dr_z8 wrote:

teegem wrote:: This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Owner advertised to sell at $280. but after bargaining, he is willing to lower to slightly above $100+ tats why I'm a little sceptical could it be fake?

I think the buyer has an issue, bargain so hard after given then he think it is too low to be real.... lol!

im very confused... haha..

Subject: Re: is this JPX AD driver legit? Mon Jan 12, 2015 11:03 pm

People are selling this brand new driver (from Japan) in eBay at more than US$800 ...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MIZUNO-JPX-AD-DRIVER-QUAD-JPX-AD-SHAFT-10deg-R-Flex-MIZUNO-JAPAN-/170715277751?pt=Golf_Clubs&hash=item27bf6c69b7

Very Active Golfer Posts : 845 Join date : 2013-03-10

timlim wrote:: Usually (though not all the time), fakes are of the more "premium" brands or mainstream models. Especially Titleist, Scotty Cameron, Vokeys. Maybe TMs and Callaways (popular models).

For less mainstream ones (and I would place this mizuno driver in this category), counterfeiters are not so interested because of low sales volumes, low margins.

If that's a weight screw, see if it can be removed. Usually for fakes, the screws are false - just painted on to make it look like a screw.

Just a thought...

I've seen fake Mizzies around. Certainly a brand which has knock offs. I saw a set of Mizzy irons before at a club fitter which was brought in by the owner to change shafts , and he didnt realised it was fake!

Newbie Golfer Posts : 63 Join date : 2014-08-22

Turbo wrote:: People are selling this brand new driver (from Japan) in eBay at more than US$800 ...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MIZUNO-JPX-AD-DRIVER-QUAD-JPX-AD-SHAFT-10deg-R-Flex-MIZUNO-JAPAN-/170715277751?pt=Golf_Clubs&hash=item27bf6c69b7

Yes exactly. I did some home work and realise that this driver is not cheap afterall. Even a used one cost USD300++. how is it possible this seller is willing to drop price to $100++ for a brand new driver. hhhmmm...

Newbie Golfer Posts : 96 Join date : 2010-11-23

dr_z8 wrote:

MPA wrote:

dr_z8 wrote:

teegem wrote:: This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Owner advertised to sell at $280. but after bargaining, he is willing to lower to slightly above $100+ tats why I'm a little sceptical could it be fake?

I think the buyer has an issue, bargain so hard after given then he think it is too low to be real.... lol!

im very confused... haha..

Yea you should be confused...

Very Active Golfer Posts : 845 Join date : 2013-03-10

Looks like the Driver has been sold...
You can't buy it even if you want to.

Newbie Golfer Posts : 63 Join date : 2014-08-22

flashpacker wrote:: Looks like the Driver has been sold...
You can't buy it even if you want to.

Nah.. Decided to give it a skip, not taking my chances. Congrats to the new owner.

Newbie Golfer Posts : 93 Join date : 2012-10-12

MPA wrote:

dr_z8 wrote:

teegem wrote:: This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Owner advertised to sell at $280. but after bargaining, he is willing to lower to slightly above $100+ tats why I'm a little sceptical could it be fake?

I think the buyer has an issue, bargain so hard after given then he think it is too low to be real.... lol!

You are spot on:) I got the club as prize locally - since it costs 0 for me I was willing to let go at low price. The club is sold now to another one. But I still have other stuff selling here and in Gumtree too. Just to make a point that I don't sell fake - I also don't have fake stuff to sell. I am a serious golfer so I have integrity:). I advise buyers to take a physic look at the stuff rather than immersing in doubt. Good opportunity is hard to come by:)

Very Active Golfer Posts : 845 Join date : 2013-03-10

Fastgreen wrote:

MPA wrote:

dr_z8 wrote:

teegem wrote:: This is a jap specs JPX AD driver. U can find same driver in used equipment shop. What price?

Owner advertised to sell at $280. but after bargaining, he is willing to lower to slightly above $100+ tats why I'm a little sceptical could it be fake?

I think the buyer has an issue, bargain so hard after given then he think it is too low to be real.... lol!

You are spot on:) I got the club as prize locally - since it costs 0 for me I was willing to let go at low price. The club is sold now to another one. But I still have other stuff selling here and in Gumtree too. Just to make a point that I don't sell fake - I also don't have fake stuff to sell. I am a serious golfer so I have integrity:). I advise buyers to take a physic look at the stuff rather than immersing in doubt. Good opportunity is hard to come by:)

Well done in coming out to clear the air!
All the best for your sales Smile

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