EK2 & DKiG Cases - OK for E-Stand?

[Tim O.]

Hi Guys

I know this thread could equally well go on the cases and packets forum but I think the hit rate is better here for EK and DKiG - hope I'm forgiven! I want to refine my collecting, so I'm selling off a number of cases and packets. Before they go to the e-stand I'd very much appreciate the thumbs up on these two - the RK-style case for an EK2 and a case for the DKiG (this one came with a text-book light Zimmermann in it). I'd also appreciate ideas on 'fair values' - I need all the money I can get but want to be reasonable. Thanks for the help.

best wishes
Tim O.

first the DKiG exterior and interior

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detail of a hinge

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detail of press stud

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and the interior and exterior of the EK2 case

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detail of EK2 case hinge

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detail of EK2 case press stud

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EK2 case press stud inside

[MH184]

The EK2 case is 101% fake without a doubt, the DK can you show me a pic of the catch please and whats the base made of - peel back a bit of the velour covering please near the slit and take a peek.

[Tim O.]

Hi Marcus

Thanks for the help. That's the second case from a certain dealer in Northampton that was sold to me with a good award in it but has turned out wrong!

Here is the catch on the DKiG case in close up.

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Marcus

I can't get at the base of the case as the cushion is firmly fixed and I don't want to force it. The tape under the slit is also firmly fixed.

regards
Tim O.

[MH184]

The Old Brigade !! My exact fake EK2 case like yours came from there a few years ago !!!!

Mate so sorry I have to nip out now (in a rush !!), contact Ivan and Allan - I'll get back to you though.

[Peter Wiking]

Tim
The materials in the DKG case appears in these photos to be the same as in the EK2 case.

Peter

[Tim O.]

Thanks to those who have responded so far.

Looking at the case afresh, I am now wondering if the gold band round the lid is a problem - should it be around the top edge rather than the bottom one? Never occurred to me before that there could be a problem with the case, as the DKiG that came in it has all the right Zimmermann indicators. I shall be a very unhappy bunny if this is wrong, as it was intended to help fund a big purchase. At least the DK alone is now worth as much as I paid for the award and case. If it is wrong I'm afraid it is another black mark against a UK dealer many Forum Members have indicated should be avoided (I got this several years ago).

I would really appreciate more expert help on this, as it is a lot of money to lose!

best wishes
Tim O.

[Peter Wiking]

Tim
Look at the hinge on both cases. On both of them on top of the hinge i can see brown lines running over the surface. Around the hinge i can see white material sticking out in the same fashion on both cases.

I know that a company called Muller made good quality cases and sold them as reproductions to collectors. I do not know if they are still around.

Peter

[Tim O.]

Thanks for your efforts Peter - two for the bin unfortunately!!!!!

best wishes
Tim O.