Ric, and other members that maybe did not see the post;
what I'm after is some sort of a standardization [if possible].. If there ever is going to be a big market again for these rings there must be a way for authentication..
1-,,,there is a big difference between the early and later pattern. Big difference is the shape of the band. Early is flatter,,later, more convex outer shape. 2- that just by coloring and wear characteristics there is also a difference between the material alloy of a early and later pattern. 3 - Both rings appear to be a band with a separate skull soldered on. 4 - The early pattern [33 to 39] does not have the flaw at the bottom of the Left Sig rune. Only 40 to 44 does. 5- The early pattern the swastica has a more squat or elongated appearance. 6- There seems to be more hand work done on the later patterns.
and Chris /SS Collector added these: "I would add, #7: All original 40's style rings have a sloped/angled skull when viewed from the top or bottom, (ring laying down flat on the table, and you are looking straight down on it)." #8: There were three different engravers that engraved the originals, each having a slightly unique and distinguishable appearance, (sometimes in size), while each engraver still used similar styles of blade strokes to make each of the similar letters and numbers."
Members whether you want to discuss something else here thats fine,,,BUT, can we at least agree to the 6 points above? And,,if you are aware of other points that should be added please add them here. Thank you..
