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Message: <blockquote data-quote="psawneo1" data-source="post: 178860" data-attributes="member: 2651">Hi all!  I’ve had a few T’s over the years and got the itch to get another couple recently.  I’ve been looking at some particular T’s who exhibit big differences between male and female - with the latter being the desired.  I know a part of the hobby is watching the molt and grow (which is awesome), but I’m hesitant to spend 50-100 dollars on a sling to then realize in a year or so that it’s a male and therefore not what I really wanted. Do most of you buy slings and cross your fingers, or spend the money on one that’s already been identified as a female?  I realize it’s probably a personal choice type thing, but interested in feedback from the community.   Thanks in advance!</blockquote>