Dutch and Ed I agree with Dave on this one I think that members are being respectful here and do not want to cast negative opinions on what could very well be a period and authentic hanger.I truly believe that many just don't know It doesn't have any one "quality" that screams FAKE. It is not a standard vertical hanger and appears to be an early one I am not 100% certain but it looks okay from your pics. Dave is the guru when it comes to hangers, especially SS. Should Dave have an opinion good or bad I would consider it the same as an opinion on an SS honor ring from Don Boyle and on an NPEA dagger from Ron Weinnand iron clad cheers and best, Ryan