Real Mccoy Edit Meaning

1.

Real deal.

Oilers on early trains had to be oiled to stop friction on the drive wheels. Oilers always failed... except the McCoy brand and they became known as the best and 'the real McCoy'

These appear to be the real McCoy.

See RC

2.

The genuine article.

William S. (Bill) McCoy was a bootlegger known for selling top quality liquor that was not watered down, i.e. the "real McCoy".

See phrase, genuine, liquor, bootleg

3.

1. The real deal.

2. A brand name for chips in Britain/Europe.

1. "I dont think that guys a fake.. He's the real mccoy!"

2. HEY YOU! Pass me a bag of Mccoys.

See crisps, chips, real, authentic, original