by Turnbull | Jul 6, 2017 | Aviation, Doug Turnbull, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
“If you’re not willing to travel at 15 to 40 miles per hour ground speed slower than air speed, and watch cars pass under you, and occasionally stop for weather to pass, you better find a different mode of transportation.” When flying your own Piper PA-12 Super...
by Turnbull | Jun 30, 2017 | New Product Announcement, News, Press Release, Turnbull 1911, Turnbull Pistols
Turnbull Restoration is proud to announce a limited edition recreation of the iconic Commercial 1911 Government Pistol. The pistols will all have the early style commercial finish that was applied to them in their original manufacture in 1912. These .45 ACP pistols...
by Turnbull | May 17, 2017 | News, Turnbull Model 1886, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Turnbull Restoration is proud to have teamed up with the Winchester Arms Collectors Association (WACA), John Pease and Negrini to supply a very special entry into WACA’s 2017 Member Reception auction. A new deluxe engraved Turnbull Model 1886 rifle chambered in .45-90...
by Turnbull | May 4, 2017 | Gun Show, Interviews, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
To say Brownells is well known among those who build, customize and repair firearms is an understatement. Bob Brownell established his iconic, namesake company in 1939, and the supplier of gun parts, gunsmithing tools and shooting supplies has served countless...
by Turnbull | Mar 6, 2017 | Gun Show, News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
The National Rifle Association (NRA) Annual Meetings & Exhibits come at a great time of year. For us in the northeast, late April is usually the time we can safely say winter is behind us. More importantly, our minds finally turn to the outdoors and our favorite...
by Turnbull | Feb 14, 2017 | Media, News, Video
Thanks to our friends at Brownells for having Doug as their guest during a special Facebook Live broadcast. It worked out perfectly as Doug was traveling back through from the Dakota Territory Gun Collectors Association show in Sioux Falls. Doug and host Steve Ostrem...
by Turnbull | Jan 25, 2017 | News
Our recent tour of firearms tradeshows in Las Vegas has come to a successful conclusion. Both SHOT Show and Beinfeld’s Antique Arms Show featured plenty of new product debuts, including two of our finishing collaborations with Nighthawk Custom and Talo...
by Turnbull | May 9, 2016 | News, Uncategorized
With all the gun related news and information out there, it can be hard to stay up to date. Here is our summary of what industry related news is happening, going to happen and has happened. People In The Industry The “Ultimate Badass”. For anyone...
by Turnbull | Apr 27, 2016 | News
We are always trying to improve things and extend our reach as a company. With everything going on, it can be hard to inform all our customers and followers. Here is a quick summary of what’s been going on with us here at Turnbull Manufacturing. What’s...
by Turnbull | Apr 14, 2016 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
With all the gun related news and information out there, it can be hard to stay up to date. Here is our summary of what industry related news is happening, going to happen and has happened. New Developments Being a custom gun maker, we have always had an appreciation...
by Turnbull | Mar 18, 2016 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
The 2016 SHOT show was a huge success as always! The show was held on January 19-22 at the Sands Expo in Las Vegas NV. Here are a few “bullet points” to recap: We introduced our new line of 2016 Turnbull 1911’s. They were a big hit among the crowds....
by Turnbull | Feb 10, 2016 | Gun Show, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Turnbull was honored to be a part of the Dallas Safari Club Conservation Convention, one of the first shows of 2016. This exciting convention lasted from January 7th until the 10th. In essence, this convention is hosted every year for big game hunters and other...
by Turnbull | Dec 18, 2015 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Doug Turnbull and Turnbull Restoration have been restoring vintage firearms for more than 30 years. Over this time period, Doug and his company have amassed a wealth of knowledge on how to restore these vintage guns. Because of this, Doug and his company have gained...
by Turnbull | Nov 20, 2015 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
This weekend we attended the Wanemacher’s Tulsa Arms show in Tulsa Oklahoma, which took place at the Expo Square (Tulsa Fairgrounds) on Saturday Nov 14th to Sunday Nov 15th. We would like to thank everyone who made it out to see us. The Tulsa Arms Show is one of...
by Turnbull | Oct 16, 2015 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Co. is proud to announce we have teamed up with African Sporting Creations to offer the Turnbull Color Case Hardened Shooting Sticks. For more than 10 years, African Sporting Creations has made thousands of amazing shooting...
by Turnbull | Sep 9, 2015 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
At Turnbull Manufacturing and Restoration, we partner with a variety of dealers in order to ensure that our pistols are offered to as many potential customers as possible. We are proud to announce that EuroOptic is our newest dealer and we are excited to work with...
by Turnbull | Sep 2, 2015 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing is proud to be featured on the cover of Gun Digest’s Fall 2015 Show & Auction Special issue. Gun Digest reviewed our new gun for 2016, the Turnbull 1911 Commander Heritage. Within the magazine is a very nice write up on...
by Turnbull | Aug 18, 2015 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
Turnbull Manufacturing is proud to announce that Doug Turnbull has been recognized by Bullet Magazine as Man of the Year. Bullet Magazine is the official journal of the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association. The NYSRPA is dedicated to preserving our second...
by Turnbull | Jul 28, 2015 | News, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
As Turnbull gears up for the 2016 Shot Show in Las Vegas NV, we would like to share past reviews on our 1911’s. The article below is from the October 2014 American Rifleman issue, where they did a review of the Turnbull 1911. Enjoy! Amer Rifle...
by Turnbull | Jul 14, 2015 | Colt 1911, News, Turnbull 1911, Turnbull Restoration & Manufacturing Blog
At Turnbull Restoration and Manufacturing Co., our services center around both the manufacturing and restoration of guns. One of the foremost handguns that our manufacturing efforts focus on is the Colt 1911. These guns are still popular today due to their fine...
