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Prop replica buyers should be aware that the market is, by and large, unregulated. To protect yourself against purchasing low quality merchandise or getting involved with untrustworthy associates, review the following tips. First, don't go into a replica buying deal "blind." Get information from third parties, such as past trusted associates. You can also post queries on film prop replica boards, like RFP Prop Planet. Second, be persistent. Oftentimes, prop replica sellers coordinate multiple deals at once, so they may forget to e-mail or post you. You don't want to be annoying, but don't be afraid to send several e-mails and make multiple calls to get your prop contact moving. Set your expectations for the deal early in the process, so that you and the replica seller are on the same page. Replicas vary a lot in term of quality and authenticity. A twill replica sports jersey, for instance, sells for a lot more than a standard replica jacket. Unique replicas, out of print replicas, and high-quality replicas may be worth as much as or more than original pieces. That said, beware of sellers who claim to promote "limited edition" memorabilia. The phrase "limited edition" can be construed very vaguely--get more details before you send any money. Bear in mind that your replica seller may not understand the market or know the value of his or her collection. If you find an original replica of the "Millennium Falcon" on sale at $50, caveat emptor. Similarly, while you want to "bargain hunt," you don't want to take advantage of naive young sellers. Finally, be sure to check the conditions of replicas. An old, one-of-a-kind replica in terrible condition may not even be worth the shipping and handling.