Hi all

I recently bought two Bismarcks from the same vendor (although two different purchases within one week - one on line and one in store). Funnily the two don't look the same. Note the different lines across the spine vs on the sides.

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Furthermore, the markings are different:
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Does any experienced member know whether those differences are legit?

Maybe this explains why some Bismarck owners complain about scratched strops, whereas others don't.

Thanks for your help!