hmmm... good deal yes.. the slide indeed should be chrome or polished... maybe its just that stock photo that makes it look like that. i read their feedback and they have 100% all positive feedbacks and they sold 4 carbs already... im sure those who bought them knows about carbs and wouldve mentioned if it was a knock off in the feedback.. but u have a good point on the slide.... im debating now... hm... been looking for this carb for like 2 mos now for a good price. not to mention the seller is in thailand