Did I get fake Milanos? (10 Viewers)

[InSearchOf]

So... I received a batch of Milano chips today (Withholding the store name in case I am dead wrong)

Previous to buying these, I received a few samples from another, more 'mainstream' store... I'll call this the control group.
I realize that chips can vary batch to batch, but here are my observations and worries:
Control Group- Average chip weight 9.3 grams Worrisome Milanos: Average chip weight 8.1grams
Control Group- Distinct 'China Clay' scent Worrisome Milanos: No real scent, or VERY light... not noticable
Control Group- The expected 'dusty'/faded look Worrisome Milanos: Robust and Vibrant
Control Group-Denomination Font is Brown/Black Worrisome Milanos: Denomination Font is Solid Black

Could this just be that the manufacturing has shifted and this is how they come out now, or is there a little too much going on here?

 

[bigblind]

don't know much about milano's. but different manufacture runs possible ?

 

[SpaceMonkey420]

Looks like Tina got the artwork.

 

[Labrat]

It’s the Wild West in the Far East when it comes to IP.