WWII screw back

[Gaustater]

The EK has L/54, and a Stamped Star at the Bottom. Any ideas.

[streptile]

Hi there,

It's L59 (Rettenmaier) not L/54 (S&H).

Rettenmaier used many, many different ancillary marks on their EK1s. No one (that I know) knows for sure their purpose, but theories include inspection/quality marks, base material marks, assembler's marks, or distribution (intended sales market) marks.

I think you will likely find more information on which marks were used in George's upcoming EK1 book.

[WEISNER]

Trevor is right on, nice piece! A great maker of EK's with fine detailed frames and very interesting Quality or personal employee or whatever marks!
Nice case to go along with it!
Kevin

[PzBtl423]

Hi there,

It's L59 (Rettenmaier) not L/54 (S&H).

Rettenmaier used many, many different ancillary marks on their EK1s. No one (that I know) knows for sure their purpose, but theories include inspection/quality marks, base material marks, assembler's marks, or distribution (intended sales market) marks.

I think you will likely find more information on which marks were used in George's upcoming EK1 book.

yes many marks, look here




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[Gaustater]

Ek l/54

Thank you for the input. Appreciate it.

Fred