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    #31
    Thanks Eric, it belonged to this chap, Eric Plettner, passed away in 1991
    Last edited by Harry; 07-10-2007, 06:45 AM.

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      #32
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      Last edited by Erickn; 12-04-2005, 08:57 AM.

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        Last edited by Erickn; 01-13-2006, 08:54 PM.

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          #34
          That is one fine piece Eric, send it on over here where I can admire it close-up.........for a few years!

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            #35
            Originally posted by Harry
            That is one fine piece Eric, send it on over here where I can admire it close-up.........for a few years!
            Trick photography! You already have the best my friend!!LOL!!

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              #36
              Seriously though, I have been looking for one of those early '57 O&S sets for ages....

              I love these early '57 awards........Here is my favourite, again from the RKt's estate (Fritz Burkhardt). Wartime leftover frames (?) from K&Q.........
              Last edited by Harry; 07-10-2007, 06:45 AM.

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                #37
                tell-tale K&Q frame characteristics.........
                Last edited by Harry; 07-10-2007, 06:45 AM.

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                  #38
                  even a wartime ribbon loop......
                  Last edited by Harry; 07-10-2007, 06:45 AM.

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                    #39
                    Originally posted by Harry
                    Seriously though, I have been looking for one of those early '57 O&S sets for ages....

                    I love these early '57 awards........Here is my favourite, again from the RKt's estate (Fritz Burkhardt). Wartime leftover frames (?) from K&Q.........
                    I share your enthusiasm! I have had these OLS since the 70s & have grown rather attached to them. The earlier pieces are the most desireable IMO. If I ever grow old on them I will let you know first.

                    Awesome K&Q you have there w/ the unusual small leave cluster. Core appears to be copper or brass?? Added bonus known RKT! You do have the best!!

                    Best regards,
                    Erickn

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                      #40
                      Eric, I reckon it is a copper core, as there are a few tiny specks of green where ther is some oxidation. I reckon a copper based material similar to coinage........

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                        #41
                        Here is my 2nd type early RK worn by a Ritterkreuztrager . Still wish i had a 1st type though . But this is still miles away in quality from the last crappy ones .
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                            #43
                            And a new addition , Oakleaves belonging to Oberst Martin Steglich
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                              #44
                              Originally posted by Erickn
                              The loop appears to have been bent. OLs measure 20mm, marked 800. The strike is better than my wartime 900 L/50s!
                              Those look very similar to the one I posted. From what I have been told the Oaks and Swords are the correct 57 short type, it has been bent to elongate it as often happened.

                              All 925 pieces, from what I have been able to find out are modern pieces made in the UK, the 925 being the mark for Sterling Silver.
                              Last edited by Laurence Strong; 08-14-2005, 05:48 PM.

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