How to Spot a Fake Rare Breed FRT (Buy Genuine)

How to Spot a Fake Rare Breed Trigger

Clones and counterfeits flood this market. Here's how to make sure you're buying a genuine Rare Breed FRT.

The RBT Editorial Desk · Firearms parts research & buyer education
AR-15 & HK-platform trigger research · fitment and compliance focus

Because FRTs are in demand and were hard to get during the ATF dispute, the market filled with counterfeits and clones. A fake can be unsafe, unreliable, and leave you with no warranty — and it isn't the product you paid for. Here's how to protect yourself.

Warning signs of a fake

Prices too good to be true. Genuine Rare Breed triggers sell in a known range; a huge discount is a red flag.
No brand markings or sloppy machining. Genuine units are cleanly finished and marked.
Vague model names like “FRT trigger” with no specific Rare Breed model, or misspelled branding.
Sketchy checkout — no policies, no contact details, no returns, disappearing sites.
Overseas shipping of “Rare Breed” triggers from unknown sellers.

How to buy genuine

Buy the specific, named model (e.g. FRT-15L3), not a generic “FRT.”
Use a seller with real policies, contact details, and support — like our shipping and returns pages.
We sell genuine Rare Breed Triggers® products only, new in the wrapper.

Not sure a listing is real? Ask us before you buy — we'll tell you straight.

Frequently asked questions

Are there fake FRT-15 triggers?

Yes. Counterfeit and clone FRTs are common online. Buy the specific named Rare Breed model from a seller with real policies and support.

How do I know a Rare Breed trigger is genuine?

Look for clean machining and correct brand markings, a fair price, a specific model name, and a seller with contact details, policies and support. We sell genuine units only.