1939 Spange 2nd with 1914 EK2

[Anzel]

What do you guys think about this pair?
Best,
Anzel

[rbminis]

Straight on photos would be better but, I do not like this spange.
Wait for more opinions though.
Ralph.

[Anzel]

Ralph,
I do not own this one. Iam looking at it. What is the red flag for my own educational benefit?
Best,
Anzel

[Anzel]

Any other opinions on this cross and spange? Unable to get straight on shots on this one. I going to make a decision on it today.

[Anzel]

Ralph I passed on this one...

[rbminis]

Ralph I passed on this one...

Hello Anzel,
I am glad you did. I will post two examples, the first has been deemed a fake and the second is an original B.H. Mayer. Have a look at the head and head to wing spacing and you will see why I recommended that you not purchase this one. I realize that different makers will vary but the head should at least have the appearance of an eagle, not a parrot and the head to wing spacing on every original that I own is more even than the one that you posted.
Ralph.

Fake.



Original.

[Anzel]

Ralph,
Thanks for pointing out the "issues" with the one I posted. I appreciate your time and I see your reasoning.
Best,
Anzel