How to Know if Your Ping Putter Is Authentic

Counterfeit handbags, sunglasses and other accessories are not uncommon to find on the Internet or with street vendors in big cities, but a golf club, such as a Ping putter, is not something many people expect to see counterfeited. Unfortunately, it is all too common to find inauthentic Ping putters on the golf course. The trick is knowing exactly what to look for so you are not fooled into purchasing a counterfeit club.

Instructions

    • 1

      Consider where you purchased the Ping putter; purchasing from a sporting goods store or other authorized Ping putter retailer guarantees its authenticity. If you purchased your putter from a person, you can ask for the original receipt for proof of where the clubs were purchased and how much they were purchased for. However, not all sellers can provide an original receipt.

    • 2

      Check the price of the putter. If it is significantly lower than retail price, you are probably dealing with a fake. Online auction sites and sellers that offer designer and name brand items at heavily discounted items – or are offering dozens of the same item for the same price – are typically counterfeit items.

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      Take your Ping putter to an authorized retailer and have a sales associate verify that the putter is authentic on your behalf.