Nobody turns back the clock better than Turnbull, they go into great historic detail to bring these firearms back to factory finish. The nay sayers and the collector's community are sort of snobbish, but what most people don't understand, is the truly collectible guns from that era, that are near perfect, aren't for sale, and its likely they never will be. A big problem in buying shooter grade firearms from the turn of the century, is most if not all are simply not collector grade guns. you got the next best thing to the real deal, his works adds value to these old guns.
Couldn't agree more. There is nothing quite like a Turnbull Restoration IMO. To each their own, as plenty have expressed their disappointment in my decision, but it's just that my decision. Couldn't be happier with the results. Stunning and now a family heirloom with what can only be at 106+ years and incredible history and now a 2nd life of beauty and care.
Then I can tell you 2 things for sure. First, it will take a LONG time...a year or more. Second, the work Turnbull does is absolutely stunning and you will get every penny's worth of the many many pennies you will pay them.
Why cover up the serial number? I have a 1918 Colt "black army" is someone going to try and track me down? In fact my "black army" was purchased in Chicago in the mid 1960's for $20. The front strap was hand checkered and all of the serial numbers milled off including under the firing pin retainer. I called the ATF and they said if its older than 1968 which the "heart shaped" plunge mill marks prove. they just dont care. Serial numbers were for inventory purposes. I love your pistol! My 1911 was upgraded by Al Capone's son and I leave it as it is. Though the metallurgy of the slide is a bit soft its a terrific shooter and is hell of accurate! I will probably send my grandfather's 1901 Marlin 1897 to Turnbull some day. Great videos!
Thanks. I’m a big fan of Turnbull’s work, not so much a fan of the cost of their work. But, you get what you pay for. I cover up serial numbers out of habit, just prefer to keep certain things to myself.
Nobody turns back the clock better than Turnbull, they go into great historic detail to bring these firearms back to factory finish. The nay sayers and the collector's community are sort of snobbish, but what most people don't understand, is the truly collectible guns from that era, that are near perfect, aren't for sale, and its likely they never will be. A big problem in buying shooter grade firearms from the turn of the century, is most if not all are simply not collector grade guns. you got the next best thing to the real deal, his works adds value to these old guns.
Couldn't agree more. There is nothing quite like a Turnbull Restoration IMO. To each their own, as plenty have expressed their disappointment in my decision, but it's just that my decision. Couldn't be happier with the results. Stunning and now a family heirloom with what can only be at 106+ years and incredible history and now a 2nd life of beauty and care.
Wow. 😍
Wow is right. Talk about a Bar-B-Q gun !!
I have a 1919 Black Army that I am considering sending them.
Then I can tell you 2 things for sure. First, it will take a LONG time...a year or more. Second, the work Turnbull does is absolutely stunning and you will get every penny's worth of the many many pennies you will pay them.
Why cover up the serial number? I have a 1918 Colt "black army" is someone going to try and track me down? In fact my "black army" was purchased in Chicago in the mid 1960's for $20. The front strap was hand checkered and all of the serial numbers milled off including under the firing pin retainer. I called the ATF and they said if its older than 1968 which the "heart shaped" plunge mill marks prove. they just dont care. Serial numbers were for inventory purposes. I love your pistol! My 1911 was upgraded by Al Capone's son and I leave it as it is. Though the metallurgy of the slide is a bit soft its a terrific shooter and is hell of accurate! I will probably send my grandfather's 1901 Marlin 1897 to Turnbull some day. Great videos!
Thanks. I’m a big fan of Turnbull’s work, not so much a fan of the cost of their work. But, you get what you pay for. I cover up serial numbers out of habit, just prefer to keep certain things to myself.