I was wondering if this EK1 is real since it is unmarked, and I might buy it for $400.
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Here is what he posted about it: Here is the cased EK1 from the US Majors grouping. It is a nice cased I believe field vaulted EK1. This cross has a stunning blackish patina to it. The cross seems split on one of the arms because of the vaulting. I could have a jeweler repair it but the new owner might want to do it them self's. Click on the picture to see larger images of this item. $400
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That pin/hinge attachment makes me kind of nervous, but I don't see anything that overtly says it is bad.
I see Bill Rannow is a member of the forum here, you should be okay with this as long as he offers a return or exchange policy from his website if something does turn out to be bad.
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I would leave this one. I dont like the pin and catch set up either!. I just had to send one back to a dealer with a very similar pin and catch setup. I am no expert by a long way lol!!!. But can anyone else see the line on the left hand side of the catch?.
In peters article on flochs I read this was a way to tell if a cross was bad. The line has been placed there so the catch is placed in the correct position.
Just my views but still learning
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Dear Stephen,
The pin and catch arrangement are reminiscent of what I see on early Schinkel type crosses. Nothing bad really stadns out on the cross. if the cross was indeed hand vaulted then a nice side view would show if it was. Typically a hand vaulted corss will show seperation between the core area near the swastica and the inner beading arms (corners).
As I had mentioned in my previous thread, do a search on the forum to find a nice maker (find the EK poll). If you have any doubts about something I would not buy it. It is always better to have soemthing that you are pleased with...helps you sleep beter at night.
As an aside, although I have had no business dealings with him, Bill Rannow seems to be a good guy. I have talked with him at a few shows and he is always willing to share items even though there was no intent tp purchase.
Gary BANA LM #1201868, OMSA LM #60, OVMS LM #8348
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