Groovy G's Crumrine style replica belt (NEW) vs. Classic Shields vs. Fandu Luxe

[@knickerbockerr0689]

That Luxe is clean af!

[@onjohns1]

The GroovyG one is really for fans of the all gold version that WWE inherited from WCW.

[@kingJshawn]

I can def. see that

[@bladerope]

Thanks for all the knowledge you spread on different Crumrines!

[@lennoxcoleman5442]

The Luxe Big Gold Belt has been growing on me since last year. It's not only the best belt but it stands out then the other Big Gold.

[@kingJshawn]

Agreed 1000% bud

[@lennoxcoleman5442]

@@kingJshawn thank you, and also notice how the golden globe on the main plate of the Luxe Big Gold is not domed compared to the Groovy G and the standard Fandu Big Gold Belts. It's nice & heavy and the plates are much bigger.

[@calvinturner1351]

I’m getting a Crumrine done but I definitely am feeling that luxe as closest to the original

[@jasonkidd1689]

Classic Shields all day I'm saving for that but if I want to go the cheaper route the Fandu luxe is a great option. It's definitely bang for your buck very nice 👌

[@Imanwilliams109]

Groovy G is definitely my style of big gold belt I’ve got to disagree I love that leather on groovy g belt Great video. 🙂👍🏾

[@monolithic87]

Great review! Classic Shields: I love the plates but the silver doesn't pop like silver on the Fandu Luxe, so from a distance, it almost looks like it's all gold. The brown color of the CS is dope and better than the FL. If I had the money and patience, I'd definitely cop one of those because it's the most accurate out of the 3... Fandu Luxe: I own a duel plated version with the Ric Flair plate and I absolutely love it! Only thing I have an issue with is the strap's stitching, color and... well,... probably the whole strap itself. Haha. The FL is great but I'd like to eventually send it off to Paul Martin for a full releather because it deserves better. Regardless, for the price and quality, the FL can't be beat... Groovy G: I like the look of it but I'd probably take an all gold Fandu Luxe instead. It's a 6 but a releather could take it up to a 9... Classic Shields 2D: I've kinda never really been a fan of any of the all gold Big Gold Belts because I remember the first time seeing Ric Flair with the original back in 1986. And if it ain't dual plated... But credit where credit is due: that belt is a star, man! I love it!

[@kingJshawn]

I actually dont have a beef about the strap FL strap. Its not the greatest but its definitely decent enough for me not to get it releathered. Paul does some great work though and look forward to seeing it in hand one day. I wonder what his current wait time is 🤔... I've always dealt with Romeo Anderson personally. Considering his pricing and wait time alone is an additional bonus to his quality and craftsmanship. His current turnaround is only around and month and cost $120-$150. No one is touching that time or cost. Ilike the groovy BG but Im one of those cats that feel like weight should go with a title belt to give it that real champions experience. If the leather is doodoo, then i cant see how those lightweight plates are worth $600. Perhaps $300-$400 range and that loosening the tie 👔 CS is just running the yard right now. Point blank period 🤚🏾🫳🏾🎤😄

[@loydhenderson6945]

New replicas are pretty good. Nothing beats the real deal. You have a Big Gold museum!👍

[@kingJshawn]

Lol and just bought another big gold from CS...

[@InYourHouse316]

The actual swirls on the Groovy G big gold are way more accurate to the crumrine engraving style than the luxe. I can see people having their own preference but for anyone who is a fan of the all gold cast copy, I’d go with Groovy G. Btw congrats on the CS and the Millican cast copy. I remember watching your videos circa 2011/2012 when the KZbin belt community was growing.

[@adamlongstring8967]

I kinda like the GroovyG a bit more beacuse the plates over all thickness is a bit more reminicent of the all gold cast copies used in the later days of wcw, I did have an All Gold Luxe not long ago actually but I let it go to a fellow Belt Collecter that was looking for one because I wasn't all that happy with it.

[@kingJshawn]

Don't get me wrong, the details of the plates are magnificent.. Although I'd say the artwork of groovy's is more accurate to the afx, the overall experience of holding a championship isn't there for me. Some ppl don't think weight matters but it's apart of the experience. It doesn't have to be a 15lb belt, but should feel realistic like you've actually won a prize. That 4lbs kinda felt like a toy commemorative with detailed plates. My releatherer is adding weights to mine so I'm sure my perspective will change when I get it back. Are you planning on getting one?

[@adamlongstring8967]

@@kingJshawn I hear ya n yussir I am planning on picking it up eventually, I'm going to have to take a break from my other collecting hobby that I'm having a fair bit of fun with though, but I gotta say I really do like the "Hunt Aspect" of tracking down (Near Mint-Emaculate) loose WWF Hasbro Figures ATM lol gotta keep the Wrestling Collection Growing some how lol

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

Who is releathering ?

[@kingJshawn]

I'm going with Romeo Anderson. $150 and only a month wait time. Quality is on par with the best. Can't beat that!

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

@@kingJshawn How do I contact him ?

[@kingJshawn]

@@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE on facebook messenger.

[@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE]

@@kingJshawn looked and looked , what one is his profile ?

[@kingJshawn]

@@THEREALTWISTEDINSANE he's a bald headed brother wearing a red shirt.

[@coltoncyr2283]

After watching many vids, the Fandu seems to be like a "flashy" version of a belt. Its not really that accurate. So for anyone who wants a flash of a replica and dont care for accuracy, Fandu is the way. Personally ive heard good things about Groovy G, once you get a real strap it comes together really. I dont think they should even ship it w a strap, when its THAT bad LOL. But GG belts look better than Fandu for sure. CS, well, amazing work. But you pay a FK load, to have a belt sit on a shelf? tough pill to swallow TBH.

[@Imanwilliams109]

Now I will groovy g can you more detail and once I’ve more details groovy g. All day.

[@DJReyzor357]

I blame you for my addiction 😆 🤣 😂 I was one of the first groups of individuals to first start this trend of buying replica belts. From my monthly wrestling subscription to Wrestling Figures Inc and late 1998 had their magazine that was full of rare action figures, shirts and etc, but they had a new item they were selling that was the Big Gold Belt. I immediately placed my order with a money order and waited 6 to 9 months and it came in a big brown box with a large white zipper bag, to say that I was beyond excited and 1999 is an understatement 😅😅😅 Fast-forward to now and seeing all the fandom of replica belts, and seeing this video I now have a brand new Deluxe Big Gold Belt, and last night I ordered the NWA Big Gold Version and now placed an order for the Vegas Big Gold Belt version as well.. 😅😅😅

[@obsessivefanboy7]

Take a shot everytime he says "Idk man"

[@kingJshawn]

I hear ya fan "boy".. Idk man 🤷🏾‍♂️😁.. Thanks for watching though!

[@AssarHussain]

great comparison bro It's very helpful when making a choice on what belt to get

[@thrasher305]

Classic shields is a damn beauty. You can throw the rest away. I wouldn't have bothered. The craftsmanship on that belt is just top notch

[@coltoncyr2283]

Yeah, the price range shows, you pay a hell extra more for CS lol.

[@Hottakedrake]

You just sold me on getting that Fandu Luxe.

[@kronos6948]

Out of the replicas, the Luxe wins by a longshot. Neither one has the correct texturing, but the nugget style texture on the Luxe is so much better than just the zigzag pattern on the Groovy G. The only advantage of the Groovy G belt over the Crumrine is the fact they used the correct font for Ric Flair's nameplate. If people want an all gold BG to remind them of the cast copy, just go for the gold Luxe.

[@ContactMultimedia]

That Classic Shields is ALL THAT!

[@TheNathanMan-n7n]

Classic sheilds of the 3. Not taking anything away from the other 2. Classic sheilds does a good job of making the silver areas more subtle

[@Sean-bf3lh]

I no if you ask the original belt maker of the og crurinebelt big gold thatrick flair held in 1986 if bought and made todaycosts around 4 grand

[@Fd2blk780]

I couldn't help but notice you've got the Cody Rhodes version of the IC title? Where did you find that?

[@JohnAnthony538]

The Fandu belts is miles above. beautiful

[@dmtombstonebelts8644]

Wow King J Shawn should be called King of Big Golds

[@thashoeboy]

Nice collection! I'm a fan of the Luxe!

[@kevinmiller2210]

My top three belts design wise are: Crumrine, IWGPA v4, AEW World Championship

[@naitch1761]

It's probably a resin cast.

[@MacJoel5]

Good vid bro! Great collection. Keep up the good work!

[@foxhound9781]

J, have you tried taking a magnet to those plates?

[@kingJshawn]

Good idea mate

[@foxhound9781]

@@kingJshawn let me know how it works out!

[@CJHissle]

I just got mine in the mail a few days ago and feel the same way about some points you mentioned especially getting it releathered. I was really surprised at how light it was as well when I held it.

[@kingJshawn]

Yeah, $650 is steep for that product in my opinion considering it's screaming "RELEATHER ME PLZ" 😟🥹😩

[@CJHissle]

@@kingJshawn Exactly! I think the seller should reconsider lowering the price of the belt just for that exact reason. Don’t get me wrong the plates look nice but at this price tag, it’s unacceptable.

[@michaelnugent9758]

Agreed. The plates have inaccuracies that drive me nuts. Otherwise, yeah…it does have great depth and detail but considering the strap I’d top out at $450

[@lugimister]

Hey bro any chance you'd sell thay ric flair nameplate

[@jeremywilliams3567]

Sheesh them titles us beautiful! I prefer the original belt flair was wearing and the wcw verison because of the loose leather! Wwe version was ok but it wasnt the same

[@Sean-bf3lh]

And whats is your opinion of the big gold detail and leafher included for less than 1000 buckswhich version isbest

[@LandoCastro-f3w]

Hey bro, I just started to look into this. Is classic shields the best? I noticed that they have a lot of different versions of this belt, which one is the best to go with?

[@chrismilewski8843]

Luxe all day!!! The leather and plating is fire!!!

[@MrSean2790]

I’m putting a luxe on a Paul Martin 04 style strap 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@chrismilewski8843]

Hey Shawn..anyone here in the U.S you recommend for releathering the Groovy G?

[@kingJshawn]

@@chrismilewski8843 the primary guy that I still use for releather is Romeo Anderson. Although there are plenty more well qualified releatherers, he did a decent job on my groovy and only charged 125 or 150. Can't remember. I'll upload mines sometime soon.

[@chrismilewski8843]

@ I appreciate the feedback,Thank you.

[@footsiewrestling4234]

amezing work sir wish i could buy them all hahaha

[@scottwelsh7381]

I have the Premium it's currently with Omar getting leather and i have the Fandu Luxe all gold, which I've had releathered by Miles at Immortal Leathercraft. he finished it in the AFX gold cast version with the black strap. I love them both. The Premium just is unmatched, Save for the original. Having said that C4 Championship belts have done a great job with theirs, They used old school silver smithing techniques to create theirs and it looks ridiculous.

[@weasal97]

For the price you can’t beat the luxe

[@magiwally]

Plate accuracy & Size: Groovy G ✅ Leather: CS ✅ Just because a belt is handmade, doesn’t always meant it’s better, or more accurate. ✅

[@kingJshawn]

I believe what makes a title belt better is determined by the materials used, quality produced, and artwork/details... CS uses the same if not better tools than the titles you see on tv. Although luxe and G are decent replicas, they're not touching CS by a loooonnnnggg shot buddy.

[@kingJshawn]

Lol 4 pound belt is more accurate huh🤣😂. Despite different opinions, weight plays a part bud.

[@DrCidolfus]

Where did you get your belt stand/holder from, looks really good!

[@kingJshawn]

Nebraska furniture mart. Thanks man!

[@MattyOomps]

If Fandu can make the gold stand out a little more over the silver it would be a no brainer for anyone not willing to wait/pay for a CS

[@bohacekml]

I think CS is definitely the better look for the Big Gold. I think people should stop calling the Big Gold "Crumrine" when the artwork isn't accurate to it. If you recall, the Crumrine was actually real silver. WCW or Jim Crockett Promotions decided to gold plate the belt, which ruined it in my opinion. Maybe they thought it looked better on TV as an all-gold belt. I prefer the silver or dual plating like the Fandu. When Flair debuted the Big Gold, it was silver, and I'd prefer that version than any all-gold Big Gold.

[@SixXoneR]

Wheel weights for weight and a releather and all set

[@kingJshawn]

Now that's a title worth $650!

[@bigdaddykeysDABELTKING61]

Thx for the review my G. I have the dual plated Luxe and I absolutely love it! In comparison to the Groovy G, I’d say the Luxe wins hands down. And absolutely LOVE your Crumrine collection. Right on right on!!!✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@kingJshawn]

Appreciate it fam. ✊🏾

[@JoeyV8]

Great video and review

[@LBastone]

You should get a C4 BG

[@Andrezseventeen17]

The review I was waiting for

[@Andrezseventeen17]

I agree with you on the plates, to me it feels more like acrylic than metal. First feeling I got when I picked it up was it felt more like a toy than a belt. Its grown on me though.

[@kingJshawn]

@@Andrezseventeen17 Agreed man... I'm hoping that releather job I'm sending for can make me feel like I got a good deal. Bc as of right now, I've been bamboozled out of half the money I paid for it... No way that should of been $650!

[@Andrezseventeen17]

@@kingJshawn ain't gonna lie, I felt the same way!!! I was like hold up, let me releather it and see if that makes a difference 😂

[@chofit6922]

How did you add weight to the Groovy?

[@kingJshawn]

Romeo Anderson added pennies to 3m while releathering.

[@chofit6922]

Thanks for the response! Do the pennys add height to the plates and make them stick out more?

[@kingJshawn]

@@chofit6922 not at all... you can't even tell. It added roughly 2 pounds. That 4 pounds made it feel like a toy especially when it had that stock strap.

[@jays-take]

just got my classic shields ultimate after looong wait.premium wasn't avail I think when first placed order but its what I want next.

[@kingJshawn]

What's your thoughts on it? Loving it??

[@jays-take]

@@kingJshawn yeah. plan on getting premium..wish I would've don from get go but it wasn't an option at time. noticed your nameplate is yellower on premium is it cause premium is a lighter color and the plate is from the ultimate?

[@kingJshawn]

@@jays-take thats exactly what I was thinking..

[@davidmcclellanbeliveau1547]

out of all of the BIG GOLD BELTS U HAVE IF UR HOUSE WAS ON FIRE AND U COLUD ONLY GRAB ONE BIG GOLD WHICH ONE IS IT?

[@kingJshawn]

House is fire proof lol... I'm grabbing them all and leaving the cats 🐈 behind 🏃‍♂️...

[@nickc.4558]

The CS one is insane !!!!! I'm waiting for mine to be shipped for like 2 weeks ( after almost 17 months of wait time ) . Are the plates of the other 2 bigger than CS or it's just the straps that make them look bigger ?

[@kingJshawn]

Classic Sheilds dimensions: Main plate 12.125H ×13.5W Side plates 4.250H x 5.5W Fandu Luxe dimensions: Main plate 11.875H x 13.250W Side plates 4.125H × 5.250W Groovy G dimensions: Main plate 11.625H x 13.250W Side plates 4.125H x 5.250W

[@nickc.4558]

@@kingJshawn I'd probably take the Fandu Luxe over Groovy G , but I've heard from many people that Fandu Luxe have quality issues ( mostly tarnishing ) .

[@Andrezseventeen17]

What was the price for the classic shields premium? Really looking to level up

[@nickc.4558]

@@Andrezseventeen17 I think it's over 3k now . But I'm not sure . I've ordered mine almost 2 years ago. I've just received it btw . She's breathtaking, worth every penny..

[@grifffus]

Which is your favorite? I'm looking into ordering a fandu luxe right now. Looks to be the best out there for the price. Would like your obviously expert opinion, being serious when saying that, you've got them all!

[@kingJshawn]

I personally like the Premium C.S. but she is on the pricier side, next I'd say I like the Fandu next bc of the details it possesses and weight with the doable leather, then the groovy has a decent amount of detail on plates however, you'll def. need a releather and the plates are really light at 4lbs. It's personal preference though. Weight plays a part to me and details are undeniably a contributing factor. Hope this helps bro!

[@mayjort9683]

Are those the elite versions or just replica versions 🤔

[@kingJshawn]

Which belts are you referring to? I have a lot of handmade authentic belts and replicas in my collection. A lot of what you saw in this video are handmades as most of my replicas are in a corner.

[@mayjort9683]

@@kingJshawn any for sale

[@kingJshawn]

@@mayjort9683 thinking about moc aew, Classic Sheilds winged eagle, fite night textured IC

[@jqweary]

That Luxe is dual plated…kinda unfair to compare to the all-gold Groovy 😂🤷🏾‍♂️

[@pellajoe]

The Luxe is Legit

[@eaglesavage4929]

Great review bro

[@Sean-bf3lh]

Why would anyone buy a ig gold belt from groovy g for the800 buck price for something that has to be releathered

[@burntvirtue]

Luxe wins over Groovy G. But the difference between Fandu and Classic Shields is clear: Fandu looks painted, and CS looks plated.

[@blippblob]

The plates seem fine if you are just looking to have a better quality replica than say WWE shop. But yeah that leather.....should have just sent out plates for a bit cheaper of the price

[@kingJshawn]

I hear ya but sadly I'll pay more for convenience smh lol.. CS leather to me is actually pretty good. The leather on this particular one feels fantastic. Some releatherers are backed up for months and most of their cost are inflated in my opinion besides Romeo Anderson. He's reasonable in price and wait time is only a month. Quality is on par with the rest too!

[@MaseOne]

It ain’t even close , Lux all day

[@weasal97]

The grovey b or g or what ever it is is in my opinion, a total rip off the fact that he can’t even provide a decent fake strap is a slap in the face for the price and that weird pattern behind the banners and on the nameplate and everywhere else it’s just a cheap Cnc way to do it . Luxe all the fucking way

[@biggredd5836]

Fandu luxe is the winner

[@amberlopez-pi6my]

Hoarder

[@kingJshawn]

Lol i know. You should help me unload some

[@dirtomega]

I love my Luxe!!! How much was that Classic Shields?

[@lugimister]

Does anyone know what king j shawn name is on fb