Zimmermann EK1

[Robert P.]

I have two Fritz Zimmermann EK 1s -- one with the maker mark in the center of the pin, and one with the mark near the hinge.

George,

This rings a bell. Have we not been through this before on another thread? Do both of your crosses have the same frames, cores, hardware, just differing stamp location?

Robert

[George Stimson]

The frames, hinges, pins, and catches are definitely identical. When it comes to the cores, the finish on each piece is different, but I still think they're the same. There are no glaring differences, that's for sure. (The maker marks appear identical as well.)

[Robert P.]

The frames, hinges, pins, and catches are definitely identical. When it comes to the cores, the finish on each piece is different, but I still think they're the same. There are no glaring differences, that's for sure. (The maker marks appear identical as well.)

Thank you George.

Robert

[all1knew]

Hello all,

Let me just say that everything about the badge, the box, and the case......STUNNING.

William Kramer

[Robert P.]

Just out of curiosity, who's the maker of the case? Any photos under the felt?

Robert

[Steve Campbell]

The beading really does stand out on this one. What a great set.

[Hank C.]

I know I'm resurrecting an old thread, but I have seen many EKI's lately on sales sites with the '6' near the top of the pin by the hinge. And they do have the little 'period' after the '6' as this piece has. What does everyone think about this placement of the maker mark near to the hinge? I believe Allan's cross is the textbook example. I'd love to see this cleared up.

Robert

I've sold one, and still have one, both with the 6. near the top. No question to originality, only to when the mark moved from top to bottom - or vice versa!

best
Hank