Eisernen Kreuz 2. Klasse

[johnschou]

Hi Forum
I have just bought this Iron Cross, is it original or a bad copy, all comments are welcome
There is no makrs mark at the ring, and ribbon is missing

[BlackCat1982]

Not easy to judge from the photos but is it one piece construction?

[johnschou]

It seems to be one piece construction

[BlackCat1982]

As such it is a copy. Original EK were not made like this.

[rbminis]

As such it is a copy. Original EK were not made like this.

Incorrect, some were.
Ralph.

[AndyM35]

Incorrect, some were.
Ralph.

I’m looking at collecting some more crosses, so thanks for clarifying Ralph!

[Adrian]

Poor copy, looks like it's made of a soft metal that will bend easily.

And yes, contrary to popular belief some EKs were made in one piece.
Usually of the Schinkel form type.
You can see some examples here.

[Martin3]

The link doesn't work I think, but this one should do:

EK2 Schinkel one-piece thin