SS M1/52 Deschler-Sohn

[Collector40]

Hello everyone, I'm seriously thinking about acquiring this one SS cap badge, i did take a very close look and I personally think it is good but who knows, maybe I didn't recognise some important details, the Red Marked area Is the one that makes me doubt a lot because of the long Slash symbol (the one between the „M1“ and „52“) it just looks too long in comparison with other Slash symbols on other TK Deschler, i would be very grateful to you if you could determine the Authenticity of this TK.
The seller is asking 400€ for it which is an average-good price for an TK.
He told me it belonged to his Grandfather from Austria (Österreich).
Thank you all Again and best regard from Germany!

[Aldo]

Hello, It's 100% original in my opinion there were various markings including the long dash you refer to. I'll look in my archives and find an example for you.

This diagram below was previously posted by fellow forum member "another ant" who is very knowledgeable. It illustrates the different markings on authentic Deschler skulls depending on the particular die used. The one in the middle resembles yours



In today's market 400 euro is an absolute bargain even in that condition

[Aldo]

Here is one from my collection that resembles yours exactly

[Collector40]

Thank you for your very fast response Aldo, especially for checking your archive to make sure it is an Original TK, if just the both prongs could have been still intact it would have been an outstanding piece with its overall patina and overly good condition, but nevermind prongs there are a lot of TKs
without them. This is literally my first SS Visor Totenkopf i purchased ill never sell it. Thanks Again!
Best regards&Take Care

[Aldo]

You're welcome, I know the feeling well. When I finally bought my first TK years ago I felt I would never sell it. In fact I recently sold it to a friend because I had so many and I needed the funds for a cap. The one I posted above is the second TK I bought. I ended up with close to 40 or 50 over the years. I sold a few off but I'm not selling anymore. They are increasingly hard to find at a decent price. You did very well with this specimen. I see TK's with both prongs selling for 2k and more. You will officially become obsessed with them going forward. I wish you luck. These are just a few of mine taken about 4 years ago

[Tim030]

Nice one. I like it. Nothing like adding your first TK. Becarful the tks can be quite addictive.

Al I thank you very much for your wonderful TK and you will be the first I call if I ever part with it but don't hold your breath I love it.

Tim

[Pauls1970]

Congratulations, love the look of the Deschler skull, here is my one & only !
Paul

[carlsson1982]

It's authentic.

[Collector40]

Thanks a lot Carlsson and everyone else for your fast Response,
It should arrive in couple of days it still has some mileage to travel,
can’t wait to finally have it.
Once it arrives I’ll try to clean it very gentle up just the outer dust-dirt layer to look a bit fresher,
Im happy to post couple of good quality pictures under a good sunlight.

[CBH]

Be very careful if you attempt to clean this up, as the finish is very delicate and will probably come off very easily. If you want the green off the bones use a tooth pick and water.