Ever heard of DHgate.com?

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Roberto28
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by Roberto28 »

I’ve been looking to buy a another horn, and I came across this website.

It’s selling Bach and Edwards trombones for about $500. I just think it’s too good to be true. E.g. <LINK_TEXT text="https://m.dhgate.com/product/bach-strad ... 2293215721">https://m.dhgate.com/product/bach-stradivarius-42g-bb-tenor-variable-tone/412497675.html#s1-16-1;searl|2293215721</LINK_TEXT>

Has anybody had experience buying from this website?
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BGuttman
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by BGuttman »

Site looks very Chinese. Lots of your typical Chinese stuff. I would suspect that the "name brands" are counterfeits.

Trent Hamilton evaluated a phony Bach Trumpet on his You Tube site.
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Roberto28
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by Roberto28 »

Thank you. Very helpful video!
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AlexMcMahon
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by AlexMcMahon »

Looks like an Ali baba-style knock-off site. Just looking at the link you posted, that is definitely a cheap copy. I'm basing that on the laser engraving using incorrect fonts, and overall materials used. Buyer beware.
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lauriet
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by lauriet »

Yep, it is a Chinese website.

Dont trust it.
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davebb
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by davebb »

The white gloves are a strong clue. Not sure if they are meant to protect the instrument or the player's hands.
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sirisobhakya
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by sirisobhakya »

42BG with “phosphore bronze”...

No.
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harrisonreed
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by harrisonreed »

I believe that you can get a genuine Chinese Edwards for $500. That seems clear to me.