Posted by Bryan K on July 21, 2009, 5:39 pm
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I had a post asking about re-doing the case coloring on my field grade 20ga SxS, and got some good answers. Thank you all for your input. Now who should do the work? I have decided to restore the whole gun. I have talked to Buck Hamlin and Dewey Vicknair. Both men do great work but one is going to be more than double the cost of the other.Has anyone had their guns restored buy these fine craftsmen? Just would like everyones $0.02.

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Posted by Dave Berry on July 21, 2009, 6:51 pm, in reply to "Who to do my restoration?"
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Hello Sir! Just reading your post. I wanted to give you my $0.03 worth. I have had work done by a guy named Dan May. He is of classicgunstocks.com (business is Classic Gunstocks). His prices are definitely fair for his quality of work. In short, he is a leader in gunstocking. Check out the site and give him a call. You'll be happy- I was. Let me know how it turns out for you!

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Posted by Ed Blake on July 21, 2009, 7:58 pm, in reply to "Re: Who to do my restoration?"
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Dewey Vicknair has done work for me and it was done on time, at the price he quoted me, and he did a very professional job. I would not hesitate to send him additional work. I have also seen quite a number of restorations done by him and they were all excellent.

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Posted by Norm on July 21, 2009, 8:11 pm, in reply to "Who to do my restoration?"
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Have you looked into Brileys? They do case coloring, rust bluing, etc all at a very reasonable price. May take 8 to 9 months turn around time but will be done correctly and at a good price. Call them and ask to talk to Steve Powers.

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Posted by tom carrier on July 21, 2009, 8:14 pm, in reply to "Who to do my restoration?"
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buck hamlin,he has done several lc for me from top to bottom.i recomend him without reserve,only thing he doesnt do is hunter one triggers. tom

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Posted by Frank Hosna on July 21, 2009, 8:22 pm, in reply to "Who to do my restoration?"
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I use Buck Hamlin, he has worked on 4 of my LCs so far, Rust Blued the Barrels on my Long Range, refinished the wood on one of my Ideal's and currently has my #3 minor and a FW for wood refinishing. He will be doing a full restore on my Long Range when I get my last 2 back. Everything he has done for me has turned out excellent, finished on time and the cost is extreemly reasonable. My money goes to Buck.

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Posted by David clark on July 22, 2009, 5:32 pm, in reply to "Who to do my restoration?"
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I never see anyone say anything about Doug Turnbull. Is there some reason no one brings his name up??? Dave

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Posted by Davild W on July 22, 2009, 6:45 pm, in reply to "Re: Who to do my restoration?"
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Very nice work, but you better have deep pockets.

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Posted by Jerry on July 22, 2009, 8:50 pm, in reply to "Re: Who to do my restoration?"
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Buck Hamlin has restored three sxs's for me, and does excellent work at reasonable prices. He is indeed a master craftsman! However, he stays very busy, and is usually booked up for 12 to 18 months. If you are in a hurry, he may not be your best choice. JERRY

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Posted by Shep Kelly on July 23, 2009, 10:36 am, in reply to "Re: Who to do my restoration?"
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I recently had a full restoration done on a 1927 NID (I know, please don't beat me!) 16 by Dan May. This required relaying of rib, rust blue, making of several pins, a completely new forearm, and then restock with a semi finished blank to include correct Ithaca pad. The gun is on his Classic Gunstocks web site. He uses Giacomo's for some of his metal work. I've had far more knowledgeable people than myself remark that is was one of the finest restorations they have seen. I concur.

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Posted by Henry on July 23, 2009, 4:56 pm, in reply to "Who to do my restoration?"
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I also indorse Dewey Vicknair. He restored a Specialty Grade for me and did it ontime and as quoted. What was better is that he did a great job. Don't know where you are, but if near northern Maryland and you want to see Dewey's work, let me know.

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Posted by Terry on July 24, 2009, 5:48 pm, in reply to "Re: Who to do my restoration?"
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I have a 1902 Grade 3 that was restored by Dewey Vicknair. Outstanding work! It should go another 100 years now.

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Posted by Charles Slement on September 1, 2009, 5:31 pm, in reply to "Re: Who to do my restoration?"
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Briley's did the work on my 12gge Hammer gun and did fine work at a fair price.

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Posted by Brian Lasley on September 4, 2009, 10:17 am, in reply to "Re: Who to do my restoration?"
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Gentlemen, In reference to the Doug Turnbull re-finishing--he refinished the gun that I posted images of in the "16 Gauge high grade" thread--see previous positings in that thread for images. I have NEVER seen finer work--period. I don't know how much he charges as I just acquired the gun--but if money is no object--I would DEFINITELY go with him!

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Posted by John harris on September 4, 2009, 11:30 am, in reply to "Who to do my restoration?"
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Right now my 3E is at Dan Printz in North Carolina. http://www.danthegunman.com/ He is just getting started but so far it has been a very professional experiene. He has called and asked questions and even sent me pictures of the gun broken down. I will report back when he is finished.

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