New EK2 Fritz Zimmermann

[Robert P.]

Very nice. Mine in posts #'s 37-39 on page 3 is also a very good example of when the core and frame dies were in optimum condition.

Robert

[Dave-B]

In answer to your question Douglas, the Cross on the right has a loose core while the other one does not.

[Douglas 5]

Thanks Dave :
Another indication that the core was not intended or design/made for that frame ! As a set made by one maker it would fit almost if not even snug , like the one on the left . This being a good example as both have the same re-worked frame type !
Mine actualy has a very lose core , a lot more than most of my Junckers even . Tempted to glue it in place so it does not slide around .
The sliding core has rubbed against the inside beading , exposing lead on the edge surface that has turned to lead oxid - white lines . Gloves - even more reason not to touch with bare hands !
Douglas

[Hardigan]

Here's my Zimmermann

[Robert P.]

Nice cross. It looks cleaned, IMO.

Here are two crosses, one to the left a marked '6' Zimmermann, the cross to the right, unmarked reworked Zimmermann frame and different core...

Robert

[Hardigan]

Nice cross. It looks cleaned, IMO.

Robert

Thanks. I bought it from a non-collector who probably cleaned the silver.

[Steinar]

My heart is bleeding for the cleaned cross
My zimmermann cross is also cleaned and looks almost exactly the same, the difference is some more patina remains in the inner corners.

[Steinar]

here's a resized picture

[Robert P.]

There are methods in which you can quickly add the patina back to your cross. One is to enclose your cross in a plastic bag with a scrambled egg. I believe it's the sulfur in the egg yoke that makes the elements in the frame ozidize, causing patina to start. It's worth a try to bring back the vintage look...

Robert

[Steinar]

You know what Robert... I will try it. Some egg yolk probably won't damage the cross or the paint!?! so i just crush an egg in a plastic bag and place the cross on a dry area? and for how long?
sounds correct?

[Robert P.]

You know what Robert... I will try it. Some egg yolk probably won't damage the cross or the paint!?! so i just crush an egg in a plastic bag and place the cross on a dry area? and for how long?
sounds correct?

How long? ...Until you see patina. I read this on a thread on one of the forums, so it's not my idea. But, a little salt and pepper on the scrambled eggs, please. "mmm"

Robert