MInesweeper Badge by Placzek

[Steve Flanagan]

This example is from an estate Im working, has great characteristics but almost too nice to be true, seems to match others on the threads even with the spotting on the back of wreath, Opinions?

[Steve Flanagan]

Better shots hopefully

[Peter J.]

Hi Steve,

That pin looks awfully odd

cheers
Peter

[Steve Flanagan]

Its the "too good to be true" not a very tapered pin, and has a very metallic feel to it not plated. Weighs in at 26.9 grams or .94 oz

[Steve Flanagan]

Heres better photos with a tripod and a beer,,,everythings better with beer!

[Norm F]

Hi Steve,

I think it's an excellent reproduction. If you look at the alignment of the two lines of the maker mark with respect to one another, you'll see that it's off and in fact matches the "Cave Creek special" shown in Mike Kenny's reference thread. Aside from the wrong-shaped pin you can also see the shape of the hinge-block is also not quite right compared to an original.

The aging/distressing is well done but the finish of the reverse isn't quite right. I think this would fool a lot of people. But if you go on drinking beer eventually it'll look just fine!

Best regards,
---Norm

[Steve Flanagan]

Nope I depend on you badge guys, must follow your advice!

[Norm F]

Here's an original for comparison. Look at the "S" in Schwerin under the "O" in Otto and compare to that to your badge.

Cheers.
---Norm

[Steve Flanagan]

Im in total agreement, it doesnt feel right in hand either and there is an obvious tilt in the maker mark, plus this one came with letter of authenticity from N & T Global Trading which made me lean toward repro based on his reputation.