by Sara Turnbull | Apr 11, 2019 | FAQ, Firearm Restoration
To restore, or not to restore? That’s the foundational question to ask yourself when considering what could become a journey to revitalize, or perhaps even resurrect, your classic firearm. A big part of what we do is help our customers understand all the ins and...
by Sara Turnbull | Mar 7, 2019 | Firearm Manufacturing, Firearm Restoration, Interviews, Video
There’s more than ever to watch on the internet. Scroll through Facebook and you’re sure to find something eye-catching, or spend hours surfing YouTube if that’s more your speed. We’ve picked a few of our favorite Turnbull Restoration videos from YouTube to keep you...
by Sara Turnbull | Feb 20, 2019 | Firearm Restoration, Gun Restoration, News, Turnbull History, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Norris Terence “Terry” Turnbull, father of Doug Turnbull of Turnbull Restoration Co., Inc., passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 84 on January 20, 2019 in Rochester, NY. Born on May 21, 1934 to parents Norris Turnbull and Ellen Lee Tooley in Niagara...
by Sara Turnbull | Jan 15, 2019 | Doug Turnbull, Firearm Restoration, Interviews, It's for the Memories, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog, Turnbull Tales
This year’s calendar features a spread of Doug’s personal Winchester 1886 from 1888, which he restored and converted to .475 Turnbull in 2007. The spread focuses on all of the “imperfections” his rifle has collected over the years on various hunting trips. I wanted to...
by Sara Turnbull | Dec 26, 2018 | Firearm Manufacturing, Firearm Restoration, Lists, Turnbull Finished Firearms, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Maybe you get your photo fix from “Guns of the Old West” or “American Handgunner.” We’re still partial to the glossy magazine photos, too. But this year we’ve been spending more time on Instagram, sharing photos and finding inspiration. Here are some of our Instagram...
by Turnbull Restoration | Dec 19, 2018 | New Product Announcement, News, Turnbull Finished Firearms, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
An Exciting Collaboration with Henry Repeating Arms, Made Even Better by Teaming Up with NSSF and Top Shot Armory (UPDATE: The family of limited edition Henry-Turnbull rifles is now available on the Top Shot Armory website.) We’re proud and excited to...
by Sara Turnbull | Dec 11, 2018 | Doug Turnbull, Firearm Restoration, Gunsmithing, Interviews, It's for the Memories, Turnbull History, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog, Turnbull Tales
I started working at Turnbull Restoration about a year ago, but of course I’ve been part of the family my whole life. Doug is my father, and over the years I’ve overheard and half-listened to dozens of stories about his childhood, his family, the hunts he went on, and...
by Sara Turnbull | Nov 29, 2018 | Doug Turnbull, FAQ, Firearm Restoration, Interviews, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Fires are one of the most devastating things that can happen to our families and our homes. When the fire has died down and it’s time to sort through the ashes, what do you do with your fire-damaged firearms? We get a lot of emails and phone calls from people who’ve...
by Turnbull Restoration | Oct 10, 2018 | News, Turnbull Finished Firearms, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
We’re thrilled to see a case colored Thompson/Center receiver on the cover of the Fall 2018 “One Good Shot”, the official journal of the Thompson/Center Association. To help celebrate the continued success of our exclusive T/C finishing collaboration with Haus of...
by Turnbull Restoration | Sep 6, 2018 | Aviation, Doug Turnbull, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Come along on our big tire pilot’s trip to Texas. Doug Turnbull is taking to the skies once again. Taking off on the weekend of 9/15, Doug’s aviation adventure will take him from Bloomfield, NY to the Texas STOL Roundup in Hondo, TX and back again. Doug’s headed...
by Turnbull Restoration | Aug 22, 2018 | Advocacy, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
We can all make a difference. It just takes a first step, regardless of how humble that action may seem. We believe it’s our duty as gunsmiths, restorers and builders to consider safety, the value of human life and the preciousness of family above all else. So it goes...
by Turnbull Restoration | Jul 18, 2018 | Audio, Doug Turnbull, Interviews, Media, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Gundy hosts an enjoyable discussion with Doug Turnbull In case you missed it, we’ve shared the replay of Doug’s interview on The Big Wild, a premier radio show for those with a big appetite for hunting, fishing, interesting recipes and politically incorrect humor....
by Turnbull Restoration | Jun 14, 2018 | Audio, Doug Turnbull, Interviews, Media, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Tom Gresham catches up with Doug Turnbull In case you missed it, we’ve shared the replay of Doug’s interview on Tom Gresham’s Gun Talk Radio®. They covered a lot of ground in a short period of time. Here are a few of the interview highlights: Origins of Turnbull...
by Turnbull Restoration | May 15, 2018 | Media, New Product Announcement, News, Turnbull Finished Firearms, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog, Video
We’re excited to announce that Turnbull color case hardening is now available on Thompson/Center G2 Contender® and the Encore® Pro Hunter™ models, exclusively through Haus of Arms! Existing owners can have their used blued T/C G2 Contender® and Encore® Pro Hunter™...
by Turnbull Restoration | Apr 30, 2018 | Firearm Restoration, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Actor Tom Selleck, famous for his starring roles in the TV shows “Magnum P.I.” and “Blue Bloods,” is a collector’s collector. His fascination with the myriad details of all the historic firearms in his care is remarkable. This heightened curiosity was on display when...
by Turnbull Restoration | Apr 12, 2018 | Media, News, Turnbull Finished Firearms, Video
When the Ruger Owners & Collectors Society (ROCS) formed in November of 2013, the founders’ vision was for a member-focused organization that would remain viable and actively promote their affinity for all things Ruger. By staying dedicated to the interests of...
by Turnbull | Feb 28, 2018 | Media, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog, Video
Wondering what goes into the restoration of a vintage firearm? Interested in long-range shooting? Thanks to our friends at Modern Shooter and Gun Digest, we can give you a behind-the-scenes look at our restoration and production processes, as well as a weekend at Mill...
by Turnbull | Feb 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
Our sincere thanks go out to Handloader magazine, for reviewing the Turnbull Commander Heritage 1911 and featuring it on the cover of their February 2018 issue. Author and reviewer Charles A. Petty was extremely pleased, highlighting the 1911’s understated elegance,...
by Turnbull | Feb 27, 2018 | Media, Video
Turnbull Restoration will unveil a series of new products at the Dallas Safari Club Convention. This group of new products offers something for everyone in the shooting sports. There will be a new .475 lever action rifle, 2 new additions to the increasingly popular...
by Turnbull | Feb 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
Many will have noticed a change in our name in 2017. But why the change to Turnbull Restoration? Restoration services have always been at the heart of what we do. The word “Restoration” has appeared in the various iterations of our company name since we began our work...
