If
these companies are not importing these clubs into the US, the OEMs have zero
recourse on the production of 'identical clones'. All of the potential
infringements are specific to the sale of these clubs in certain (mainly the US)
countries. If someone buys a set of clubs in China then
personally bring them over, there is no infringement. And, since
these heads are all made in China now, it's no surprise that truly identical
copies can be obtained through connections at the right foundary. In
all likelyhood they're not copies, but the real deal simply sold out of the
foundary back door.
Pat
K
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Subject: Re: ShopTalk: Real Clones from China
A lot of these executives will never play the game well, they just
wanta look the part. They make far too much money to even practice.
Yup! Those are the guys who demand that "this purchase was also covered by an
unconditional
> lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship PLUS a 12 stroke
reduction
> warranty with a set buyback price for 12 years!"
Tom's post regarding this situation should also be kept in mind. The problem is not that prolific and is being addressed by the proper authorities. I hope you get to do some of the repair business on these sets! I'll take the rest!
Arnie
