I have this cased EK 2nd class, which looks great, but I am sure it is a custom made case or it is of postwar manufacture. Your help and opinions are welcomed. Many thanks, Jeff
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Hi Jeff,
I'm never overly keen on attempting to judge these; however, all I can say at this very moment in time is that I do not personally recollect this distinctive embossed pattern of the outer covering regarding a good or bad case. There are obvious observations in regards to the sloppy covering on the formal base and an unusual aspect of the divider on a -IF- purpose made fake.
Hence, we need to fathom if it is perhaps a hybrid concoction, a fledged reproduction or perhaps of a desired period prior to 1945.
Therefore, can I request the following pictures: of the lid liner in full, the underside of the formal base and the internal base, plus that of the catch head too.
It might also be an idea to provide a link in both the '57 and Imperial forums and seek their thoughts too.
Kind regards,
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Thanks Marcus for the advice. The extra images are to follow.
I could not lift the base out of the case for fear of it breaking (sorry).
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Happy New Year,
it's just gone 12 over here.
Jeff, thank you for those.
Is the base made of wood and is there enough length - when taught - do think in the base covering to tuck under the base? It looks too short.
Kind regards,
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That should be ''taut'' not ''taught''
I'll be buggered if I know with any certainty, Tom. Seeing under the base would certainly assist. But, my visceral feelings towards it overall are of a dubious inclination, yes.
Kind regards,
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Is it correct to say that the only official/correct case for a EK11 in the LDO type case?
I have a varied selection of 'private purchase' cases for the EK11 but I can't say with certainty whether any on them are period cases.
I suppose we can say that certain outlets selling replacement awards, duplicates could 'sex' them up a bit by providing a more expensive, better looking case, which we may have here.
Personally I don't doubt that this type of case. with others were produced during the TR period. I only say this based on the ones I have seen, and have in my collection. My 'instinct' tells me they are good.
Just my opinion.
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I believe this type to be post war 1957 issue you might get a better idea posting it on the 57 forum. TPKComment
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