Opinions needed on EKI

[peterwyndavies]

I would be grateful for opinions on this EKI. I attach some pictures.
Thanks,
Peter.

[evilmike]

No good

[peterwyndavies]

Thanks Mike. What is the biggest red flag ?
Peter.

[Bernie Brule]

Floch?

[evilmike]

Floch?

indeed, same with the other i believe, have a read of the thread pinned above very usefull

[peterwyndavies]

Thanks Bernie. What shouts out Floch ?
Peter.

[peterwyndavies]

Thanks Mike.
I will certainly do that.
Peter.

[Tim O.]

Hi Peter

I had one of these before it got found out. I think two obvious flags (once I was told) were the erroneous maker mark on the disk and the low position of the date on the front.

Check the Floch article pinned to this section of the forum for more guidance.

Best wishes
Tim O.

[peterwyndavies]

Thanks Tim.
I'm certainly glad that I checked it out before purchasing.
Peter.

[Bernie Brule]

Thanks Bernie. What shouts out Floch ?
Peter.

The most obvious trait of a Floch is the low position of 1939.

[ddbinks]

The 1939 date style and low position are indicative of Floch repros. Other signs are that the swaz is too low (should be almost flush with the ribbing) and the greyish color of the metal used for the frame and lack of any remnants of frosting on the ribbing.

[david_iu]

[Stu W]

Hello David,

I'm sure that photo has significance but I'm at a loss to recognize what it is. Can you enlighten me?

Regards,
Stu

[Tim O.]

Perhaps 'check the pinned article'?

[ww2germanhelmet]

Just search for Floch and you will get a lot of information. I have been "Floched" by one just like this about 6 months ago...hell it may be the same one but they are plentiful!