One of the most significant issues with Hubley door stops is the fact that replications are frequently on the market. Therefore, consumers must know how to spot a fake. Otherwise, they could be paying too much money for what they believe is an authentic piece. Look for the following:
Phillips screws: because the door stop should be completely iron, it should not have any screws, and no Phillips screws should be anywhere.
Makers mark: original Hubley door stops have a "makers mark" somewhere on the bottom of them. Older pieces will also feature a mold number inside.
Casting: older pieces have smooth casting with tight seams, whereas replicas tend to have rough casts with seams that aren't tight.
Mold marks: on original door stops, the mold marks are filed down by hand. However, the mold marks are ground down using a tool that leaves behind marks.
Old wear and tear: original pieces feature wear and tear on hight points including the nose and ear tips. Replicas artificially age by having chips and bang marks throughout.