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2021 Calendar Because it’s for Restor ation & Fine Arms the memories... Welcome to Turnbull Restoration “If only this old gun could talk...” It’s a phrase we often say to ourselves when unpacking a firearm to be restored, as we lay eyes on it for the first time. We find ourselves wondering: what left that scratch on the barrel? How’d the forend get chipped that way? Who was the person whose name is carved in the buttstock? What sort of family stories are embedded in this firearm’s wood and steel? These mesmerizing classics and antiques serve as a canvas for just a sampling of experiences they’ve been through. They are more than just the tools of their time, but time capsules of their past. Wars, hunts, adventures, friendships. All unique experiences that these heirlooms likely traveled through in their lifetime. Preserving memories is a careful balance that we all look to manage throughout our lives. Attempting to honor the journey and experiences of the past, while looking to improve and make things better for the future. Restoring a firearm is no exception. For many of our customers, restoration means preserving the memories of thier family heirloom – an artifact with so many stories attached to it – and preparing it for its next hundred-year journey. Our valued customer Ronald Jones shares this sort of mindset in the story he tells of Grandfather Jones’ 1911 Ithaca Flues 20 gauge. It’s a story that culminates in the restoration of his cherished double. You can read it by pointing your web browser to TurnbullRestoration.com/rj. With thanks to Mr. Jones, you can also see Grandfather’s Ithaca on the front cover of this calendar. The opportunity to hear these old guns talk is one we’re truly honored to have. Their voices are heard through their current owners. Our responsibility is to listen closely and understand what these stories mean. And ultimately, to perform a restoration that honors the firearm’s past journeys while preparing it for future adventures. Doug Turnbull, Owner & CEO Because it’s for the memories. Cover photo: “Grandfather’s Ithaca Flues” Copyright Ronald Jones. Used with kind permission. Turnbull Restoration’s Offerings Restoration Services We’re committed to honoring early gunmakers by returning firearms to their original condition. Firearm restoration involves a great deal of knowledge, craftsmanship, patience and a keen eye for detail. Done correctly, an authentic restoration provides a look into the past while preserving important history and memories. Custom Reproductions The same passion and attention to detail that’s invested in every restoration project goes into our newly-manufactured guns as well. Turnbull 1886 and Model 71 rifles and 1911 pistols are immaculate reproductions of their iconic forebears, renowned for their unmatched quality and use of signature Turnbull finishes. Turnbull Finished Favorites The Turnbull Finished series is a collection of historically significant firearms that are finished using Turnbull’s signature methods to produce a classic gun worthy of being an instant family heirloom. Iconic models from Ruger, Winchester and Browning are among this collection that honors legendary American gunmakers. Buy/Sell/Trade Programs For over 35 years, discerning collectors have preferred Turnbull Restoration. Our gun show presence, depth of market knowledge, and well-appointed showroom are just a few reasons why collectors rely on us. No-obligation collection appraisals and trade-ins toward restoration services are among the programs enjoyed by our customers. Contact Us for Quotes and Appraisals Getting Started is Easy Simply call (585) 937-3082 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for your individualized restoration quote or collection appraisal. Other than shipping costs, there are no fees and no obligations. Faithful and accurate restoration of vintage firearms using the same processes and techniques used by the original makers: A.H. Fox Remington Browning Arms Colt Ruger Holland & Savage Holland Sharps Ithaca Springfield L.C. Smith Armory Marlin Stevens Parker Bros. Winchester Purdey ... and others. Chambered in .50-110 Winchester Center Fire Winchester Model 1886 Originally shipped in 1892 History Restored: New buttstock and forend in 3XXX extra fancy American walnut •buttstock fitted to crescent buttplate, forend fitted to action and barrel • checker Winchester “E” pattern • hand rub in Winchester red oil finish • new 26” full octagon barrel in .50-110, matte top flat, fitted to action, rust blue • polish original magazine, rust blue • polish receiver and parts to correct finish • replace/repair all screws • restore original markings • engrave in custom pattern • color case harden receiver, lever, hammer, loading gate base, forend cap and buttplate • charcoal blue bolt, sights, screws and trim December 2020 www.turnbullrestoration.com (585) 937-3082 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Christmas Eve Christmas Day 27 28 29 30 31 November 2020 January 2021 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Full Moon New Year’s Eve Chambered in .380 ACP Colt 1908 Pocket Hammerless Originally shipped in 1921 Before restoration History Restored: Re-cut grip checkering to original • fit new period-correct front sight • polish frame, slide and parts to original • restore original markings • engrave Colt factory “B” coverage • charcoal blue frame, slide and parts to original January 2021 www.turnbullrestoration.com (585) 937-3082 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 December 2020 February 2021 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 29 30 31 28 New Year’s Day 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Martin Luther King Jr. Day 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Full Moon American Side by Side L.C. Smith Grade 4 10 Gauge Originally shipped in 1920 Before restoration “I know full well dogs have souls. Heaven could not be Heaven without dogs, if it were not so, I would sooner be in Hell with dogs, than in Heaven without.” Lewis Carey, My Gun and I History Restored: Repair slight damage to toe of stock and ebony tip of forend • hand-rub oil finish • re-cut checkering to original • re-cut original barrel address markings, engraved breech borders, doll’s head and breech block • barrel setback • polish barrels, brown Damascus finish •polish action and parts to correct finish • re-cut engraving to original • repair/replace screws • color case harden action and parts • charcoal blue trigger guard and parts February 2021 www.turnbullrestoration.com (585) 937-3082 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Valentine’s Day Presidents’ Day 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Full Moon 28 January 2021 March 2021 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 31 31 Turnbull Model 1911 Commercial From the experts in Colt Model 1911 restoration comes an immaculate reproduction of the iconic John M. Browning creation. The circa 1912 early style Commercial is one of several 1911 configurations on offer. “Fr. Bennecke Bremen” Engraved Martini Style Rifle German Schuetzen Rifle “Spring lets its blue ribbon once again flutter through the airs; sweet, well-known scents portentously streak the country. Violets already dream, want to soon come. Listen, from far away a sweet harp! Spring, it’s you! I’ve heard you!“ Eduard Mörike, Er ist’s History Restored: Repair wrist and inletting of buttstock • refinish buttstock and forend • re-cut checkering to original • polish barrel to original, re-cut address to original, rust blue • polish receiver and all other parts to original •repair screws • touch up engravings • color case harden receiver, finger lever, buttplate, forend cross wedge, front sight base and wings, rear sight disc and base • charcoal blue triggers, swivels, screws and small parts • nitre blue receiver pin, set trigger screw, sight adjustment screws and small parts March 2021 www.turnbullrestoration.com (585) 937-3082 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Daylight Saving Time Starts St. Patrick’s Day 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 February 2021 April 2021 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 28 25 26 27 28 29 30 Full Moon Chambered in .44-40 Winchester Winchester Model 1873 Deluxe Originally shipped in 1886 Before restoration “The Old West is not a certain place in a certain time, it’s a state of mind.