M Hunter Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 Gentlemen, I was thinking of buying this affordable 1939 EK2. Can you tell me if it is a good one or a fake? I understand that the fakes today are very convincing, even being made in 3 parts with magnetic cores. Thank you Matt
M Hunter Posted February 17, 2011 Author Posted February 17, 2011 (edited) ... Edited February 17, 2011 by M Hunter
Danny70 Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 Hello Matt, Based on these photographs, I would give this cross is a tentative 'thumbs up', leaving aside the poor repair on the jump ring. It does not seem to have any of the features found on any fakes that I am aware of, but without clearer and brighter photographs showing the beading and core details (especially the inner corners around the swastika), I cannot be absolutely certain. Nevertheless, I am optimistic about it.... Regards - Danny
all1knew Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Hello there, The cross looks good but the suspension ring has been through a lot, is that solder I see on there? William Kramer
M Hunter Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 Danny & William, I have given this one a miss due to the re-soldered jump ring. Thank you both for your replies. Best wishes Matt
Alex K Posted March 12, 2011 Posted March 12, 2011 i think it's good.. IMHO cross, jump ring and ribbon mount are original, Sure it's had a few knocks in its time and may have been repaired, but would not worry if the price was right. regards Alex K
M Hunter Posted March 14, 2011 Author Posted March 14, 2011 IMHO cross, jump ring and ribbon mount are original, Sure it's had a few knocks in its time and may have been repaired, but would not worry if the price was right. regards Alex K Thank you for your reply Alex. I did weigh up price vs condition and in the end thought the price was too much for a piece in this shape. I can get one in better condition for just €5 more. Best wishes Matt
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