I just ordered a Vic Hiker from a third party vendor on Wally. I didn't realize it would be coming from a third party vendor and when I saw the vendor name, it got me thinking they might send a counterfeit. The vendor is an electronics supplier located in Brooklyn, NY and many reviews about them selling grey market electronics. I did a google search and didn't see any info on fake/counterfeit Vic Hiker's but did see something on counterfeit Vic Rescue Tool and Champ.
http://archerwinsak.blogspot.com/2014/06/review-how-to-spot-fake-victorinox.html
https://thecounterfeitreport.com/product/369/Swiss-Army-Swiss-Champ-Knives.html
The vendor that showed up after my order processed was Photo 4 Less. Please, no lectures on buying from a "reputable" dealer, I had a gift card for Wally and wanted to use it, and it was not apparent it was a third party vendor supplying the knife. I know it will be backed by Wally if it is a fake. I just want to make sure I get the real deal when it arrives.
http://archerwinsak.blogspot.com/2014/06/review-how-to-spot-fake-victorinox.html
https://thecounterfeitreport.com/product/369/Swiss-Army-Swiss-Champ-Knives.html
The vendor that showed up after my order processed was Photo 4 Less. Please, no lectures on buying from a "reputable" dealer, I had a gift card for Wally and wanted to use it, and it was not apparent it was a third party vendor supplying the knife. I know it will be backed by Wally if it is a fake. I just want to make sure I get the real deal when it arrives.