Steve campbell Posted January 13, 2007 Posted January 13, 2007 This just arrived. Thought I'd post it for opinions or comments. It's an AWS screwback marked 925 silver content. My first screwback also.
Steve campbell Posted January 13, 2007 Author Posted January 13, 2007 Here's the back with the hardware. The AWS symbol is a little faint but you can see it. Looks good under a glass.
Steve campbell Posted January 13, 2007 Author Posted January 13, 2007 Here's the rear without the plate, showing the 925 mark. I'm pretty happy with this one. Thanks for looking.
Motorhead Posted January 14, 2007 Posted January 14, 2007 Textbook "flatback" AWS-that's a nice one!Micha
Steve campbell Posted January 14, 2007 Author Posted January 14, 2007 I really appreciate the comments from those in the know. With so many fakes going around and the prices this stuff costs, it makes you feel alot better when the items are real. I trusted the seller on this , got a fair price and I now have a piece that I'm really happy with. The way I look at some of these items is this: If you wanted a cross like the one I have posted here, where would you go to get one? It's not like a TV or another product. I know they are out there but not that easy to find are they? Each one is unique. Thanks guys!
ekhunter Posted January 16, 2007 Posted January 16, 2007 I really appreciate the comments from those in the know. With so many fakes going around and the prices this stuff costs, it makes you feel alot better when the items are real. I trusted the seller on this , got a fair price and I now have a piece that I'm really happy with. The way I look at some of these items is this: If you wanted a cross like the one I have posted here, where would you go to get one? It's not like a TV or another product. I know they are out there but not that easy to find are they? Each one is unique. Thanks guys!AWS' are not common, but occasionally they come up for sale. I think Micha had one(AWS) for sale on this site a few months back. This is a real jewel you've got. Congrats.
Steve campbell Posted January 16, 2007 Author Posted January 16, 2007 He did have one for sale and I think it went for a good price also. Thanks for the comments. I'm feeling better about picking up this piece all the time. Now to find a pillowback version.
ekhunter Posted January 16, 2007 Posted January 16, 2007 (edited) He did have one for sale and I think it went for a good price also. Thanks for the comments. I'm feeling better about picking up this piece all the time. Now to find a pillowback version.The 'pillowbacks' will be a little harder to find, however, Detlev just sold one friday for $524.00(US). I personally collect AWS 'pillowback' variants myself, and I can tell you that it is an addictive endeavor that I do not wish on anyone, however, it looks like it may be too late for you, as you may already be addicted. Good luck in your endeavors. Edited January 16, 2007 by ekhunter
Steve campbell Posted January 16, 2007 Author Posted January 16, 2007 I know. The EK2's I have are looking like a gateway drug to more EK1's. I know that the nicer ones are going to to be harder to find and expensive but looks like I'm hooked. Then there's the 1939 crosses. And all the other items from these wars I collect also.....
gregM Posted January 17, 2007 Posted January 17, 2007 I know. The EK2's I have are looking like a gateway drug to more EK1's.the darkside is calling--------
Glenn R Posted January 17, 2007 Posted January 17, 2007 That is a very nice cross Steve, AWS has always been a weakness of mine too. I think it's probably already too late for you now. In my experience once you've got the stage of being interested in maker marks and variants you are stuck with the EK malaise. Fear not though there are plenty of us to support each other.
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