Opinions needed on several 57-items

[Matthieu]

Hi guys,

Dont think I'm allowed to rip the pix from this guys site, so I'll post links ( if thats ok ) ... dont need a lawsuit for copyright violation .

Cased KvK1 ( my personal favourite ) :
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_1_0471&ln=en

Minensucher :
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_3_6609&ln=en

Bronze IAB :
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_2_1379&ln=en

Silver CCC nr. 1
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_2_0264&ln=en

Silver CCC nr. 2
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_2_7149&ln=en

Bronze CCC :
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_2_3993&ln=en

Bronze PAB :
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_2_4914&ln=en

Kriegsmarine ( High Seas Fleet ??? ) :
http://www.german-historica.de/cgi-l...0_3_7078&ln=en

I've never purchased from him, so not sure if the stuff he's selling is "the real deal".
As usual, your input will be of vital importance for the expansion on my 57-collection.

Thanks
Matthieu

[Adrian]

Hi Matthieu,
I can't help too much on the items as I only have EKs and KVKs in the '57 version. That said, the KVK looks like a good example, the case I don't know about, maybe you could post that one in the cases forum and they might tell you if it is a wartime example or not.
I've bought from Thomas before, had no problems and would buy from him again.

[Mian_Tang]

Hello, IMO the bronze CCC is questionable, but the rest of the awards are good, the IAB and the silver CCC No.2 are early examples.

[Mike Yokum]

Agree with Tang. The PAB is also a very early produced piece.

I've bought from Thomas. He's a very good dealer.

[Nigel N]

hi Matthieu, theres some nice pieces there, if you can only get one, buy that kvk1, it looks like a beauty, nice halbtui case too -Nigel

[Matthieu]

Hi guys ... thanks for your input ... I would just LOVE to buy all these items, but the contents of my wallet are not very helpfull .
I only ordered the cased KvK, which was my favourite piece in the list . Another fine addition to my expanding collection.

Thanks
Matthieu

[Mike Yokum]

Congrats Mathjis! Be sure to take some photos when that beauty arrives! I'd love to see more of it, as would we all!

I bought the Silver CCC with coke bottle style pin! It's a very early New Form CCC and it's ALL MINE thanks to your post!

I've noticed that Thomas' site search feature doesn't work very well. Example, search for "57" and the result is "No matches" even though there are MANY items with 57 in the title and description. It forces one to look through all of his items. Perhaps that was his idea!

[Matthieu]

Indeed Mike, it takes quite some searching as the 57-items are scattered around the whole site ... but the search has paid off.
Remind that I ask Thomas for a percentage on the sales . By the way, I have quite some new items, still need posting :
+ 2x RK
+ Wound badge ( black, silver & gold )
+ Bronze CCC
+ Bronze & Silver IAB ( underway )

B.Regards
Matthieu

[Nigel N]

Matthieu, please post photo's of all your new purchases! i think i speak for all on the 57 section when i say we would all love to see them all the best mate -Nigel

[Mike Yokum]

You definitely earned your commission Mathjis! I can't wait to see that Silver CCC!

Speaking of not wanting to wait to see new items, why are you keeping all those new treasures to yourself?!?

Nigel's right! Please take some pics ASAP and share with your friends! You know we'll share your joy. Two RK's??? Three WB's??? DId you win the LOTTERY?

We're all looing forward to seeing your new prizes Mathjis!

[Matthieu]

Patience is a virtue, boys . I'm in the middle of "moving house" so its all packed away in boxes ... waiting to be displayed .
No Mike, didnt win the lottery, only got 1 out of 6 numbers this week ... but am expecting a tax return very very soon .

Will try to take some decent pix once I find the correct box ( remember, always labell them ).

[Mike Yokum]

You have my sympathy Mathjis! That's a BIG JOB! Did you buy a new home?

[Matthieu]

Hi guys, once again looking for some opinions on these items ..... I can get the lot for 120 €.
I think the EK2 is an early one, but not sure about the CCC & ribbon bar ( but they look promising ).

[Matthieu]

These are the only pix I can find .....

[Mike Yokum]

Hi Mathijs,

I see you're still at it!

See if you can find out if the CCC has a solid hinge block and if the EKII core is magnetic. If yes, the chances are better that they are earlier pieces. Otherwise, it's really too difficult to tell from the pics provided.