EK1 1870 - good or bad ?

[Alex Stefanut]

Gents,

I have the opportunity to purchase this 1870 EK1. Since this is not my area of expertise, I am asking for your help.

Is it a good or a bad one ?

Many thanks in advance.

Alex

[morel5000]

One piece fake.
Run... (AWAY)!

Best regards,
Michel

[gregM]

Run away

Run away fast.


This is one of the most common fake Eks floating aound ebay right now.
This cross can be found with several different makers marks as well as
different attachment styles.

[AFF96]

I want to thank you Michel & Greg! Very helpful to our 1870 education!
Great comparison pics Greg...thanks!!
Greg

[Alex Stefanut]

Excellent and lightning fast answers, many thanks to you all gentlemen.

Alex

[gregM]

Happy to help

[morel5000]

You can learn a lot by studying this thread:

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...d.php?t=433216

and the article here:

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...d.php?t=358392

Best regards and good luck,
Michel

[AFF96]

Thanks for reminding me of those wonderful/educational threads Michel
Appreciate it!
Greg

[Alex Stefanut]

You can learn a lot by studying this thread:

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...d.php?t=433216

and the article here:

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...d.php?t=358392

Best regards and good luck,
Michel

Super, thanks again, wonderful sources of information.

Alex