Authenticate This Botkier

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Well, stupid me, I didn't even know they made Botkier knockoffs. I bought a metallic bronze trigger on eBay. It was cheap but it was also well-used so I thought the price was fair. THEN I came on here and read through this thread and saw that fakes have black canvas lining. Looking closer at the pics, I also think the leather looks "plastic-y" as people have described the fakes. I really don't know anything about Botkier bags so I need your help.

Here's the auction link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260825239795&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

The seller doesn't have the best feedback in the world but nobody has complained about authenticity that I saw.
 
I have been browsing and found that my bag looks exactly like the one in this thread: http://forum.purseblog.com/botkier/botkier-trigger-did-i-buy-a-fake-138407-2.html and there was never an answer for that one, either.

I got the bag today and honestly, I have no idea. It has a strong chemically smell but I can't tell if it's a fake plastic smell or if it has just been stored with mothballs. It is small but moderately heavy, and the leather is stick but kind of stiff like the handles squeak together.

Anyone?
 
Is this Botkier Howard Street authentic??

http://s457.photobucket.com/albums/qq300/bolingy/Botkier/

I was only given these photos. If you can't tell the authenticity by these, what photos should I ask?

Thank you so much!!
It looks real but I would ask for pictures of the top, interior and nameplate just to be sure and to make sure everything is in good condition. You can see what it's supposed to look like on this video:



Oh, and PS. I love your avatar. It looks adorable and delicious at the same time. :9
 
It looks real but I would ask for pictures of the top, interior and nameplate just to be sure and to make sure everything is in good condition. You can see what it's supposed to look like on this video:



Oh, and PS. I love your avatar. It looks adorable and delicious at the same time. :9

Thanks Uadjit! I will ask for the pics!! : )
 
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