A favorite for its distinctive, yet reproducible, hologram patterns.
Looking back at 2012, the landscape of "novelty identification" was at a major crossroads. This was the era of , a legendary resource that circulated through underground forums and dorm rooms alike. The Ultimate Fake Id Guide 2012 Version 9
Before high-quality Chinese vendors dominated the market, people used "ID overlays." The guide provided sources for multi-spectrum holograms that could be hand-applied. The Rise of the "Big Three" States A favorite for its distinctive, yet reproducible, hologram
In 2012, the "Under 21" crowd faced a new challenge: the widespread adoption of the . Before this, a "good" fake just had to look right under a dim bar light. By Version 9, the guide emphasized that visual accuracy was no longer enough; a card had to pass the "PDF417" barcode test used by scanner apps and Honeywell hardware. Key Components of the Guide By Version 9, the guide emphasized that visual
The 2012 guide was famous for its technical breakdown of DIY manufacturing. Here’s what made Version 9 different from its predecessors:
While the 2012 guide was a masterpiece of its time, it eventually fell victim to the requirements. As states began implementing "Tactile Features" (raised lettering you can feel with a thumb) and laser-engraved portraits, the DIY methods outlined in Version 9 became impossible to replicate at home.
Highly sought after because the "older" 2012 design lacked some of the more complex UV features of newer West Coast IDs. Why Version 9 Became Obsolete