I'm considering purchasing a Pi 3 at a local store rather than importing it from Adafruit. However, a lot of local retailers are, how can I say, *significantly questionable*.

I've heard that are some Chinese clones that pretend to be the original Pi.

**How can I know if a Pi is counterfeit? Which signs should I look for? Is there anything I should keep in mind while buying one in-person from a local retailer?**