Counterfeit razor blades are a common item on eBay, China websites and at swap meets. Gillette Sensor Excel counterfeits may look authentic if not studied carefully, and if compared the authentic item. There are noticeable differences in the cartridge and blade packaging, but the many packaging variations make it very difficult for consumers to identify a counterfeit product.
Most important is the quality of the blade and the shave. Counterfeits are often in packaging almost visually identical to the authentic factory packaging. However, they are still counterfeit blades and the quality is usually very poor.
One report estimates that 80% of Gillette razor blades sold on eBay are counterfeit. eBay ratings are not an indication of authenticity of the product or honesty of the seller. Buying from a seller with positive feedback is not a guarantee you receiving authentic Gillette Sensor Excel blades cartridges. If you have doubts about the authenticity of your Gillette Razor Blades, contact Gillette.
Counterfeiters are very good at creating visually deceptive packaging. Could you identify which Gillette Sensor Excel package is a $7 China counterfeit?
If you can't, you should be buying from authorized Gillette retailers. (right package is a fake)
Package details further deceive consumers to buy counterfeit products. This counterfeit product may look authentic, but it is specifically designed to separate you and your money.
Packaging and color may look very similar when comparing an authentic Gillette Sensor Excel blade and a counterfeit, and visually a challenge for consumers.
You will not receive Gillette quality when you purchase a counterfeit.
Look closely and you will see this counterfeit Sensor Excel still has mold lugs and extra flashing which will prevent a proper fit on the handle.
This counterfeit does not replicate the reliefs on the authentic cartridge.
Notice the extra material left in the ridges on the bottom strip of this counterfeit Gillette Sensor Excel blade. Poor quality materials and manufacturing of counterfeit products contribute to poor performance and a poor shave.
Just $7.98 will buy you 10 counterfeit Gillette Sensor Excel cartridges from China -- with free shipping.
Counterfeit products are often listed on eBay as Authentic or 100% Genuine and sold to unsuspecting buyers at near retail ($24) prices.
This foolish attempt to obscure Gillette's trademarked branding doesn't fool Gillette's trademark attorneys and it shouldn't fool you.
When you see concealed branding, it is a good indication you are dealing with a dishonest seller and buying a fake.
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