Hello Chaps. My new cross arrived today and as I promised in the last thread, here are some close up pictures of the mechanism for reference. Use them as you please.
I had a case like that one with a Godet EK1 some time ago. Obviously couldn't say if the box was original to the cross but the cross was a wartime piece.
On the example you show Gordon, the outline of the oakleaves is visible on the reverse. I had a 1st class fake many years ago that had this feature. I've noticed that on most examples the reverse of the wreath is smooth. Is this a reliable indicator of fakes or do some genuine pieces also have visible outlines on the reverse?
Thanks chaps. Gordon, I've not heard that before about the possible breastplate fitting. Do you know what this speculation is based upon? Cheers, Glenn.
I've been after one for a long time but have only just managed to get my mitts on one. I've handled one before and can't decide whether it's a thing of beauty or a madcap Heath-Robinson monstrosity.
I've just secured this piece for my collection. It's not in my hand yet but when I get it I'll post some detailed pictures of the interesting bits if anyone wants to see them.
John, I'm assuming 1 MGK is 1 Machine Gun Company. Unfortunately I'm told that Reserve Infantry Regiments are difficult to research for individual officers. I'm reliably informed though, that Reserve Infantry Regiment 214 was a Mecklenburg Regiment. Cheers, Glenn.
I've just purchased this "salty" one for it's engraving. I'm going to leave it alone though. The obverse photo is a little dark, but the paint finish has seen better days.
I'm always paranoid about trying to restore core's. A friend of mine uses the polish made for cast iron stoves, "ZEBO". It's got the consistency of toothpaste but non abrasive and he's made a good job of his. I tend to subscribe to the school of thought that says that if the piece is not in danger of deteriorating leave it. It is however each to his own of course.
So annoying. How much are they getting away with? Forums like this have helped our cause but so many people must be sitting on a piece of crap like this having paid out money in good faith. I'd hate to be starting out again now.
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