Flag Top for Review

[pattiewhack]

Hi All,

Not my area of expertise so posting here for opinions. Is this one legit? Ignore the price sticker- a friend bought it at an estate sale for much less. I can get request more pictures if necessary. Would there be any markings on a piece like this?

Thanks!

[oldflagswanted]

Imo ...

... Is this one legit? ... Would there
be any markings on a piece like this?
Thanks!

Hello pw:
IMO, a 1930's authentic top,
based on details shown, missing
saucer & pole cup sections. Eagle
1P part would not have markings.
OFW
(below) Top now on WAF server.
(below-3) 1P back detail compare.

[Berghof]

I always look for clearly defined talons. The talons on repros tend to be washed out or even non-existent. I also look for clearly defined acorns in the wreath.

-Mike

[pattiewhack]

Hi Guys,

Some more photos for you. If it's real it will go up for sale. Thanks! The photos are massive when I embed them in this post so here's the link:

https://imgur.com/a/Ju0nGFi

[oldflagswanted]

Revised opinion ???

... Some more photos for you. ...
here's the link: imgur.com/a/Ju0nGFi

Hum??? Rough surface,
with some blobs has me
now wondering. These
more clear close views
now cast doubt on it.
OFW
(below) From cited link.

[Berghof]

Looks rough to this guy. I'd steer clear.

.

[oldflagswanted]

Overt 1P fakes ???

... Eagle 1P part would not have markings.
OFW

An overt 1P fake NSDAP top often has
lots of wreath blobs, other casting flaws,
and even "silly" added fake markings.
OFW
(below) Fakes from previously on WAF.

[der-hase-fee]

Cast copy with weak details and porosity.

[Br. James]

I agree with the comments below...let this one pass!

Br. James