EK II Klein & Quenzer

[+Kreuzer+]

Hi, everybody!
This is a Klein & Quenzer EK II, i think it is original but i I would like your opinion.
Thanks.

[Robert P.]

Yes, it is an original K&Q EKII. The ring is marked '65' for K&Q. Nice packet as well.

Robert

[Douglas 5]

A nice set indeed !

Douglas

[+Kreuzer+]

Thanks a lot, Robert and Douglas

[Tom B]

Yes, nice original set ! Tom

[Tony T-S]

A very nice set and Welcome to the Forum and to WAF as well.

[Tom B]

I just checked my packet...it's identical to yours ! I've had it for 40 years.

[+Kreuzer+]

Tom and Tony,
I am very grateful to you.

[alexjwelirang]

Hi guys how do I identify other EKIIs from Klein & Quenzer? What are features i should look at specifically from this maker to identify unmarked EKIIs?

[Robert P.]

Every maker has their own unique frame/beading design, and core design. And to break it down further most have multiple core designs through the evolution of their products, and even multiple frame designs. The way I personally became familiar with the many makers was to actually collect their products and then photograph each individually; the images then became imprinted into my brain.

[Martin Gödel]

A nice marked K&Q. I have got a set identical to yours. K&Q crosses are my favourite, together with Deschler and Deumer. Congrats!

[Robert P.]

Here's an early unmarked K&Q example I currently hold in my collection. Note the differences in the detailing of the date and the national symbol...

Robert

Your cross first:

[Douglas 5]

The latest chart that shows all the cores by date features found in EK1 & 2s .
Core type 1 is the only type where the 3 is not upright but leans a bit to the left .
The same core type 1 in an EK1 and EK2 .

Douglas