Gordon Williamson Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 Every now and again, a little something comes along that reminds me why second rate firms like Junker could never hope to equal the quality of Steinhauer at their best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Williamson Posted September 9, 2005 Author Share Posted September 9, 2005 Obverse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dave B Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 Brrr ....now I understand Gordon Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 This cross is gorgeous Gordon ! I like it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dietrich Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 Every now and again, a little something comes along that reminds me why second rate firms like Junker could never hope to equal the quality of Steinhauer at their best.←Hi Gordon,now that is really true! And what a nice cross that is! Beautifull!Dietrich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronny Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 (edited) I am speechless Thanks for sharing.Cheers,Ronny Edited September 9, 2005 by Ronny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Hunter Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 Absolutely stunning! Juncker like Rolex was the 800 pound gorilla of marketing for its day. It didn't mean they were the best jeweller nor does it mean that Rolex is the best Swiss watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 (edited) Stunning cross. I have to agree, S&L does make a nice product! Edited September 10, 2005 by Scott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Luftwaffe Rules Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 Oh man those are beautiful! Im drooling...simply outstanding! ROCK ON Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurence Strong Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 Very nice Gordon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe campbell Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 gordon-beautiful!i have seen - and have - a copy of the BH Mayer"russian horde", which i think is reminiscent ofthis one.do you have any thoughts as to it's relative quality,or, for that matter, validity?this condition, when found, is certainly an asset toany collection.joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Williamson Posted September 10, 2005 Author Share Posted September 10, 2005 gordon-beautiful!i have seen - and have - a copy of the BH Mayer"russian horde", which i think is reminiscent ofthis one.do you have any thoughts as to it's relative quality,or, for that matter, validity?this condition, when found, is certainly an asset toany collection.joe←Joe,I agree the "Russian" BH Mayer pieces are also very nice indeed. Here is mine in a direct comparison shot with the S&L (S&L on the left). For me its the "minty" condition of the "Russian" Mayer pieces which make them special. In aesthetic terms, I think the S&L has the advantage, a much more graceful curvature to the arms. For me, S&L are definitely the finest EKs, with W?chtler & Lange a close second. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biro Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 Really stunning pieces Gordon - both of them!!Additional credit is due for not once using the term... 'minty' ....to describe either piece!!!! Congratulations on both counts.Marshall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn R Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 I love the trapezoidal swastika on S&L's and the overall feeling of quality about them. They also made a superb EK2 with the same feeling of quality. I've never been able to really grasp the Juncker fixation when comparisons can be made to other manufacturers. Kleina nd Quenzer being another particular favourite of mine. I also have a good example of the "Russian horde". It is quite difficult to explain how different these crosses feel in terms of being unaged. Quite stunning really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe campbell Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 side by side, i'd have to agree.the S&L is the more delicate.glenn- i, too, am partial to the K&Q's!all of these photos are terrific.thanks,joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Baker Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 Gordon,That is a beautiful EK! S&L's are also my favorite, followed by nice Zimmermans (if you can find them). This one is exceptional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 That is blindingly frosty!!Amazing!!Allan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy G Posted September 13, 2005 Share Posted September 13, 2005 Gordon,Beautiful pieces indeed. I have a "26" of the Russian horde and have always thought it the most beautiful thing, probably because it was my first EK but I see your point about the curvature of the S&L. I have an EK II by S&L but I figured comparing it to the "26" would be like apples and oranges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bratwurstdimsum Posted September 18, 2005 Share Posted September 18, 2005 Gordon,Beautiful pieces indeed. I have a "26" of the Russian horde and have always thought it the most beautiful thing, probably because it was my first EK but I see your point about the curvature of the S&L. I have an EK II by S&L but I figured comparing it to the "26" would be like apples and oranges.←You're not alone Billy, I second the "26" nomination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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