Jersey buffs: Is this site legit?

[Schwarber Fan]

http://www.lightinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result&inc_subcat=1&search_in_description=0&light_select=0&keyword=chicago+cubs

 

Look at the prices!! :shock:

[David]

Some of those are insanely obvious fakes.

[fivepercent]

fakes

[FearTheBako]

Those are fakes for sure, but for $16.99 its still a great deal for a jersey. I'm going to order one out of curiosity. I'm thinking I'll go with a Dawson.

[Banedon]

Soto plz.

[Clem Fandango]

Those are fakes for sure, but for $16.99 its still a great deal for a jersey. I'm going to order one out of curiosity. I'm thinking I'll go with a Dawson.

 

Let us know if it looks okay. Unless I plan on getting it autographed (which I wouldn't since I can't), I could care less about authenticity. If they look solid and are of decent build quality, I'd order one in a heartbeat

[kujay]

Intriguing. I noticed this though:

 

Please carefully view the SIZE chart on both Length and Chest beofore placing your order. We strongly suggest you to order the jersey one size larger than your intended size , as our jersey belongs to Asian Style and it is a non-refundable product.

 

Definitely sounds like knock-offs, but it's odd that a site that appears to be reputable is selling them.

[Proven Veteran]

Intriguing. I noticed this though:

 

Please carefully view the SIZE chart on both Length and Chest beofore placing your order. We strongly suggest you to order the jersey one size larger than your intended size , as our jersey belongs to Asian Style and it is a non-refundable product.

 

Definitely sounds like knock-offs, but it's odd that a site that appears to be reputable is selling them.

 

A site that mentions wholesale dropshipping from china appears reputable?

[Wheelimus]

For those prices, who really cares if they're knockoffs.

 

Let me echo the "if anyone orders, please report back" sentiment. If they're legit (in that they send you a jersey, lol) I'd go on a shopping spree. Already have an authentic Sandberg, but I'd love to get a Z. And Banks. And so on.

 

Hell, personally I would have no problem getting one autographed in a pinch. But then again, I'm the type who wouldn't be getting it as an investment. I'd be getting it as a "pry it out of my cold dead hands when I'm gone" memento.

[GhostRunner]

Limited amount of responses, but their ResellerRatings grade is abysmal. I personally wouldn't buy anything from them.

[Jehrico]

http://whois.domaintools.com/lightinthebox.com

 

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They've been around for over a year and they have their own dedicated server, so I wouldn't be too afraid of getting ripped off (i.e. paying and getting nothing in return). I wouldn't expect the product quality to be anything than total crap, but the price is cheap enough it might be worth a flier.

[chasinf5s]

such terrible fakes, just the glossy look of the graphics, i wouldnt be surprised if they were screen printed

 

The Zambrano one has the number on off center

[BCVM22]

such terrible fakes, just the glossy look of the graphics, i wouldnt be surprised if they were screen printed

 

The Zambrano one has the number on off center

 

Most of the jerseys have the wrong numeric typefaces as well. Stands out like a neon sign.

[Clem Fandango]

such terrible fakes, just the glossy look of the graphics, i wouldnt be surprised if they were screen printed

 

The Zambrano one has the number on off center

 

Most of the jerseys have the wrong numeric typefaces as well. Stands out like a neon sign.

 

True, but to someone who doesn't care about it and just wants something to show their support/love for the team, it could be useful.. bu yeah, some of them look like hijacked images from reputable sites and then some look like screen printed crap. Regardless, I'm still curious to see if they're, at the very least, decent enough to wear and not have them fall apart on you.

 

I've always wanted to have like a sports room whenever I move into my own place, and if this site sells knock off authentics with patches I could care less if the typeface isn't accurate, it'll still look nice on a wall

[BCVM22]

Regardless, I'm still curious to see if they're, at the very least, decent enough to wear and not have them fall apart on you.

 

I've always wanted to have like a sports room whenever I move into my own place, and if this site sells knock off authentics with patches I could care less if the typeface isn't accurate, it'll still look nice on a wall

 

Which is your prerogative. Personally, I shudder at spending any amount of money on blatantly counterfeit merchandise like this.

[ronsanto10]

it cost more for the ryno action figure than for the jerseys..... :-))

[haubrich91]

There's another site like this... http://www.jerseys101.com

 

I haven't personally tried it. I want to think about it though.

[atcfootball]

Sure they are fakes. Made by the same people that own the website (based in China) or they are getting a great deal from the person who is making them.

 

Ever been to South Korea? My jersey collection has got to the point that I have started to give them away to make room for the new ones. Problem is I never wear them unless I'm going to a Cubs, Colts or Pacers game (haven't been in over 2 years).

 

As far as quality I can't speak of the ones that are made in China I can say the Korean ones I get are great quality. All sown on (not screened on). The "logo's" look like they stole them off the a real jersey. I walk into the shops and wonder how in the he11 do they get them? The jersey themselves and the letters/numbers are good, quality fabric (If not the real thing, very close to it). The only issue I would have with them about sometimes the numbers/letters will fray a little (on about 10% of them). I have no idea how to tell what ones will fray and what ones will not.

 

I pay 20$ for each of mine, so the prices/mail your gonna pay is about equal. The site is ether making them or getting a great deal from the actual family (and I'm about 95% sure) it's a single family business that makes them.

 

If you all have any questions I can take some close-up's of a few of the ones I have and post them to show you what I'm talking about the letters (if I did not give them away already).

[Clem Fandango]

That would be awesome atc. I don't suppose there's a korean website like this one we're discussing that you know sells the same kind you've bought for sure, would you? I'd love to get jerseys of other star players not on the Cubs to hang/frame in a sports room. But yeah, I'd like to see some pics of the jersey's you've bought. It will give me a little peace of mind if I choose to purchase one of these knowing that they will look decent

[Clem Fandango]

There's another site like this... http://www.jerseys101.com

 

I haven't personally tried it. I want to think about it though.

 

Oh and that site is a dead link. I assume you meant this one:

 

http://www.jersey101.com

[haubrich91]

There's another site like this... http://www.jerseys101.com

 

I haven't personally tried it. I want to think about it though.

 

Oh and that site is a dead link. I assume you meant this one:

 

http://www.jersey101.com

 

Yeah, that. #-o

[Jehrico]

That would be awesome atc. I don't suppose there's a korean website like this one we're discussing that you know sells the same kind you've bought for sure, would you? I'd love to get jerseys of other star players not on the Cubs to hang/frame in a sports room. But yeah, I'd like to see some pics of the jersey's you've bought. It will give me a little peace of mind if I choose to purchase one of these knowing that they will look decent

You probably won't find any websites for SK businesses offering knockoffs internationally, because unlike China, the SK government actually cares about and enforces international law. They just don't enforce much on local vendors selling inside of their country. If you're ever in Seoul, just ask a cabbie to take you to Itaewon. You'll find jerseys for just about any popular player you want around there. Their knockoffs can be pretty hard to tell from the real ones.

[Clem Fandango]

That would be awesome atc. I don't suppose there's a korean website like this one we're discussing that you know sells the same kind you've bought for sure, would you? I'd love to get jerseys of other star players not on the Cubs to hang/frame in a sports room. But yeah, I'd like to see some pics of the jersey's you've bought. It will give me a little peace of mind if I choose to purchase one of these knowing that they will look decent

You probably won't find any websites for SK businesses offering knockoffs internationally, because unlike China, the SK government actually cares about and enforces international law. They just don't enforce much on local vendors selling inside of their country. If you're ever in Seoul, just ask a cabbie to take you to Itaewon. You'll find jerseys for just about any popular player you want around there. Their knockoffs can be pretty hard to tell from the real ones.

 

Hmm. I actually have a friend who is trying to go to Korea to teach. I may need to give her a couple hundred bucks and a list of players whose jerseys I want if she gets the gig

[atcfootball]

Sorry guys time difference and all....

 

I will post some pictures a little later as a follow-up. About to go to bed right now. "IF" the ones on the website are as good as the ones in Korea you are getting a great deal.

 

Post the pictures soon.

 

PS... Let me do some looking around and I will see if I can get a web address or something for everyone in Korea. I'm unsure of the Korean government cracking down on this type of stuff outside or being sent outside of Korea... I know they don't care inside Korea itself. On the corner of other street in Seoul you can get knock-off movies and so on... and Itawon in Seoul is the place to go if your in Seoul (or have friends). Any cab drive will know.

[Jehrico]

I'm unsure of the Korean government cracking down on this type of stuff outside or being sent outside of Korea.

They're pretty tight about not becoming a common exporter of counterfeit stuff. Internally though, every once in awhile they'll crack down on internal sales too, but it's more for show. They'll round a few people up then forget about it until it's time for the next annual roundup.