EK1 Spange Comments/Opinions?

[Adam H]

Hello Gents,

I recently got this EK1 Spange and thought I would let the membership have a look. Not maker marked but in quite nice shape. Any info on possible makers, comments, opinions on authenticity, etc would be appreciated!

Happy collecting!

Cheers,

Adam

[Adam H]

Reverse

Here is the unmarked reverse. The catch is bent slightly and I am afraid of forcing the pin into place so have left it as is...

[Mike Kenny]

Hi Adam,

After the recent run of repros on the forum (ie spanges that turned out to be repros), it's nice to see what appears to be an original. An unmarked Mayer (#26). Congratulations!

Re the catch, first, check for any hirline cracks in the solder - if any are noticed, DO NOT proceed. Next, place some cloth next to the catch and, using a small/thin flathead screwdriver or knife blade, VERY gentle lever up the catch a bit at a time. I wouldn't suggest this for a zinc badge but for a quality badge like this there should be no problems. Your call though!!

Regards
Mike K

[Mark S.]

Looks 100% real to me also. Good score!

Here is a picture of mine, which is marked L/18 for B.H. Meyer.

[Mark S.]

Here is the reverse.

Adam, be sure to spend a few moments reviewing older posts on this subject, there have been some lively discussions regarding these, and purported Floch copies. Rest assured though, yours is a keeper.

[rhudspith]

Two Types

Mike / Mark,

So I assume that Mayer made two different styles of hinges and pins. I have one which I believe to be a Mayer, would welcome your comments.

[rhudspith]

and the reverse with the different hinge/pin set up

[Mike Kenny]

Hi Rob,

These have been discussed in the past, in association with the "raptor" fake. The two hinge/pin/catch assemblies are apparently correct for Mayer.

Regards
Mike K

Mike / Mark,

So I assume that Mayer made two different styles of hinges and pins. I have one which I believe to be a Mayer, would welcome your comments.