Hey, don't make fun of me. I'm a newbie at this, remember. I'm still collecting souvenirs. LMAO
I don't think any major seed bank like Attitude would purposely substitute seeds. It's not worth loosing your business model over a few dollars. The cost of seeds is probably a very low point on their overhead. You might find a scammer now and then if you deal with the wrong venue but I don't think any major bank would do that on purpose.
Now, accidents.... I don't know. Like I said I have never seen a seed bank so I have no clue how they work.
Since I have grown the same strain for 40 years I don't have any experience with all these hybrids so I don't doubt your right about the potential difference between phenos.
I have one or 2 more crops to finish and then I'm going to start growing everything from seed. I want to try every single strain they have.
You all seem to have tried all these cool strains over the years and I am way behind. LOL Wish I lived in Colorado. I would make every room in my house a grow room. LOL
Thanks again to MP for opening my eyes.