I wasn’t trying to throw the OP under the bus, but just stating my observation.
I totally agree brother. They told me they didnt want any fake ones on the market. I bought mine used and thought about sending it in but good scared !! I think mine is authentic but I sure will not send it in unless it is broke. Probably even if it were a knockoff it would be find for self defense. The knife listed really is a great looking knife.Really, that sounds like Theft BY Taking. I believe they would be guilty of a crime.