Is this a period needle attached?

[torstenbel]

What do you guys think? Cheers, Torsten.

[torstenbel]

the front of the tinnie. Cheers, Torsten.

[Chris Lee]

Tinnie pin

Personally, I think its a more modern replacement. Looks to new. On the other hand, it wouldn`t bother me as the tinnie is original and one of my more favorite WHW pieces.

[torstenbel]

I am also more inclined to think that the needle is modern, but the tinnie is certainly original .. thanks for your reply Chris. Cheers, Torsten.