I.D help on nice unmarked EK 1 please

[nzef1940]

I am hoping a more enlightened member may be able to I.D the maker of this E.K just purchased at auction, these are the only images I have at this time.

Thanks in advance.

[nzef1940]

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[gregM]

Looks to be an unmarked "HBG". --Nice find

You can compare it against those in our database.---
http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...d.php?t=263078

[nzef1940]

Result! What a great database of Imperial EK's

Many thanks.

[morel5000]

I would say unmarked Koch and Bergfelt? Check underneath the needle when you get it. The core has a Hansen look...

Best regards,
Michel

[nzef1940]

Thanks Michel

I tend to agree with you based on the images, I will advise when recieved re any markings. This is turning into a very fascinating purchase.

[gregM]

Take a closer look at the dates. Especially the 1s.
The 1 in 19 is different than the 1 in 14. That is common on the
HBG crosses and I do not see it in the K&G example.

[morel5000]

Hi Greg,

I see what you mean. It can be the core used in the HBG . But the back looks like a needle K&B also used and not like the HBG's in the database. Maybe you have one like this with a HBG mark in your files?

I'll check my files for a similar one as this.. I remember let's hope I saved it.

Anyway interesting find and I'll be happy to see some better pictures when it arrives!
Best regards,
Michel

[morel5000]

Found it!

[nzef1940]

Hi Michel

EK arrived today and its exactly as the EK pictured above, right down to the small oval baseplate for the hinge.

It is also unmarked.

Thanks for your help.