Edward Engarto

I tried the email route.  It seems as if the person responding to emails is very young and sadly not very interested in what I suspect is a wonderfully rich history of his own company.  There is also a very significant language barrier compared to larger cities in Germany. 

Would like some information if there are any folks who have knowledge of this company's product line and history.

The enclosed model is unique compared to today's very limited information on their current web site, in the following ways....

The style #9 which this clearly is, is not currently offered in the 250Kg class, which this is.  When was this weight/style discontinued?

The ARS marking is not current as they now go by Ernst Refflinghaus.  When did this change happen?

The marking location isn't current as they now mark their current offerings on the body.  Have you seen markings by ARS in this area, on other anvils?

What do the alpha numeric characters mean above the touchmark?  I assume the 257 is weight since the weight is verified at this value.

Thanks all those who have solid facts concerning the above.

Ed