Islanders and Blackhawks never wore Starter. During that era, Islanders were CCM and Blackhawks were Nike. Arizona wore Starter. If you can find a Starter made in Berlin, WI, they are better than the ones made in El Salvador
I bought it from Hockey Authentic. Was $325 shipped. They are in Burnaby, BC but ship to the US. They have great communication. They will email when jersey is being lettered and when it is ready for shipping.
You can get around the authentication process by having your shoes shipped to a PO box. I just received a pair this week using this method. It states this in the FAQ. Must have something to do with the type of shipping Ebay uses from the authentication place.
I pulled mine out a few weeks ago and noticed the glitter like film. I was suprised to see it. It wiped off with a damp towel. Never knew that these had the glitter issue either, but it makes since having black leather.
Here is my latest. Love living in Michigan when it comes to beer.
Goose Island Lolita
Jolly Pumpkin Weizen Bam
Jolly Pumpkin Bam Biere
Arbor Brewing Flamboyant Wild Red Ale