Subject: [Legit Check] Evolving Skies Booster Box & Quick Intro
Hi everyone,
First time posting here. I’ve been following the discussions for a while and really respect the level of expertise and meticulous authentication that goes on in this community.
https://offerup.com/item/detail/45959b4e-daca-3436-8a94-19420f9c11c1
I am currently evaluating this Evolving Skies booster box for the sealed portion of my vault, but the shrink wrap is giving me some major red flags. Before I pull the trigger, I wanted to get a second set of eyes on it. I know these are notoriously faked, and I have run into 2 fakes already.
My specific concerns:
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The Seam: There is a thick, overlapping, melted seam running directly down the side of the box (over the Umbreon/Sylveon artwork). It looks like a heat gun reseal rather than a crisp factory fold.
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The Logos: The white Pokeball logos on the wrap look incredibly chalky and faded. They seem to lack the solid, opaque white paint density of standard factory wraps.
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The Tension: The plastic is highly loose and baggy around the top, but the cardboard display underneath looks like it has taken some blunt edge wear.
Am I being overly cautious with standard Pokémon Quality Control, or does this look like a textbook aftermarket garage reseal to you as well?
I appreciate your time and expertise, and I’m looking forward to being a part of the community.
Best, Aaron
