CaptC Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Anyone selling a set of matching turnscrews please. The older the better. I'm trying to furnish a gun case and an older set would look good. I have looked at that certain auction site but I'm not keen on the ones I have seen Thanks in advance Capt C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Demonwolf44 makes lovely new ones sometimes, surely they must be pot luck at the shooting sports auctions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted October 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Thanks for the reply. I have never seen a set at an auction. Lots of tools, cleaning bits and bobs but no turnscrews - hens teeth! Much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Bear Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 50 minutes ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: Demonwolf44 makes lovely new ones +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old'un Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Nice set on eBay, Holland & Holland turnscrews £150...https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A-set-of-three-Holland-Holland-gunmakers-turnscrews-for-rifle-or-shotgun/223723409323?hash=item3416f44fab:g:ClUAAOSwF4ddh7EL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted October 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 8 minutes ago, old'un said: Nice set on eBay, Holland & Holland turnscrews £150...https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A-set-of-three-Holland-Holland-gunmakers-turnscrews-for-rifle-or-shotgun/223723409323?hash=item3416f44fab:g:ClUAAOSwF4ddh7EL Thanks but I have seen some of these big brand named goods. Not convinced! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Years ago I purchased a set from William Powells when they where in Carr's Lane B'ham., for a gift for a friend in the USA. They very kindly inletted a silver disc in one of them with the friends initials. They may still do them. Quality is going to cost you I'm afraid. These where in a presentation case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted October 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 3 minutes ago, Walker570 said: Years ago I purchased a set from William Powells when they where in Carr's Lane B'ham., for a gift for a friend in the USA. They very kindly inletted a silver disc in one of them with the friends initials. They may still do them. Quality is going to cost you I'm afraid. These where in a presentation case. Thanks - I have seen the William Powell sets - Peter Dyson also sells turnscrews but I prefer an old set if possible? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old'un Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Give this guy a call, he may have an old set he’s willing to sell.. https://www.thewoodworkinggunsmith.co.uk/handmade-turnscrews Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan123shooting Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Hi Paul, I know where you are coming from, some of these so called I have engraved them at home big name gun makers turnscrews try fine sporting collectibles Ltd. they have some vintage turnscrews, how is the Halliday case doing? Good luck Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted October 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 4 minutes ago, alan123shooting said: Hi Paul, I know where you are coming from, some of these so called I have engraved them at home big name gun makers turnscrews try fine sporting collectibles Ltd. they have some vintage turnscrews, how is the Halliday case doing? Good luck Alan Thanks to you and your excellent work the case is finished hence the turnscrews - Totally agree re your comments! Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 CaptC have a look on here at turnscrew thread you will see the traditional turnscrews mad by Demonwolf444. Look the part, ive seen his latest batch on his instagram page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted October 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 18 minutes ago, figgy said: CaptC have a look on here at turnscrew thread you will see the traditional turnscrews mad by Demonwolf444. Look the part, ive seen his latest batch on his instagram page. Thanks figgy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old'un Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 14 hours ago, figgy said: CaptC have a look on here at turnscrew thread you will see the traditional turnscrews mad by Demonwolf444. Look the part, ive seen his latest batch on his instagram page. Think this is the thread you are talking about, they do look good…https://forums.pigeonwatch.co.uk/forums/topic/374273-the-making-of-handmade-turnscrews/#comments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted November 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 17 minutes ago, old'un said: Think this is the thread you are talking about, they do look good…https://forums.pigeonwatch.co.uk/forums/topic/374273-the-making-of-handmade-turnscrews/#comments Excellent thread - thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 (edited) Old'un That's the thread, I'm sure there will be something suitable for an old English motor case. Just to add I have used mine and they work very well, no marking to the pins. Never know they'd been removed. Unlike when using modern screwdrivers. Ps still sat in my display cabinet looking fantastic in there case. Edited November 1, 2019 by figgy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 19 hours ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: Demonwolf44 makes lovely new ones sometimes, surely they must be pot luck at the shooting sports auctions? 18 hours ago, Yellow Bear said: +1 17 hours ago, old'un said: Give this guy a call, he may have an old set he’s willing to sell.. https://www.thewoodworkinggunsmith.co.uk/handmade-turnscrews All the same chap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old'un Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 3 minutes ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: All the same chap! Yes I realised that after I had found the thread. "Demonwolf44 makes lovely new ones sometimes" ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted November 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 Fantastic workmanship - Certainly worth the money! I'm looking for old, used turnscrews that "match" the gun and case. Much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panoma1 Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 The odd original turnscrew pops up now and then, but to source a set (3) of antique ones, especially at a reasonable price, is at best, unlikely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted November 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 There's always hope! I missed a pair yesterday - Keep looking! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 4 hours ago, old'un said: Yes I realised that after I had found the thread. "Demonwolf44 makes lovely new ones sometimes" ?? He has to do some gunwork and may put more priority on that rather than turnscrews!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockySpears Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 CaptC, If you are looking for something to match the case, perhaps a pic or two would not be amiss. The way things go on here it could be that you have half a dozen offers within a fortnight, and some idea of the wood colour/patina/grain might help. Turnscrew - does what is says on the tin, but new to me, Thank you, RS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptC Posted November 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 1 minute ago, RockySpears said: CaptC, If you are looking for something to match the case, perhaps a pic or two would not be amiss. The way things go on here it could be that you have half a dozen offers within a fortnight, and some idea of the wood colour/patina/grain might help. Turnscrew - does what is says on the tin, but new to me, Thank you, RS Perhaps "match the gun and case era" might be nearer? The inside of the case is like any other and the gun is an English 20 bore circa 1920's which might give you some idea. As to the wood (handles) I have no preference at all - even damaged! Turnscrew - screwdriver. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old'un Posted November 1, 2019 Report Share Posted November 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, CaptC said: Perhaps "match the gun and case era" might be nearer? The inside of the case is like any other and the gun is an English 20 bore circa 1920's which might give you some idea. As to the wood (handles) I have no preference at all - even damaged! Turnscrew - screwdriver. Thanks Are the turnscrews just to add to the overall appearance of the gun and case (just for show) or will the owner use them on the gun? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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