HELP! Is this an authentic 1911 T3 Turkey Red?

[Jobu]

It's legit.

[swackerl]

For my own understanding (as I plan to get more low-grade T3 cards), is the coloring difference just a poor quality scan or some other reason?

I understand that the card isn't a Mike Wheat reprint because it lacks the starburst on the rear corners, but other than that I'd like to learn how to identify fake vs authentic. I know to look for the texture. Anything else?

[rjackson44]

Pretty

[drcy]

Obviously, I don't have it in hand, but it looks fine to me.

Any difference in brightness is likely due to the scanning.

[Jay Wolt]

Looks OK to me

[frankbmd]

This one is legit, but somehow looks different. I just can't put my finger on it.

[swackerl]

Thanks to all for the confirmation. It eases my nerves. I'm not a big spender and so this is the most expensive card I've ever bought. I know it's not big money comparatively, but it is a big deal to me .

[shammus]

Originally Posted by frankbmd

This one is legit, but somehow looks different. I just can't put my finger on it.

Frank, it looks like yours is actually missing the red color pass that would have taken place during the original print run. That's why the socks, belt, name on the jersey, etc... look a little different. At least that's what it looks like to me for what that's worth