Anybody ever done a Turnbull Restoration? How much does it cost?

[H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619]

I have an 1849 Colt Pocket Revolver converted to .32 Centerfire in rather rough shape.   I am *considering* having it restored.  I want to at least have the gun made functional again, and depending how much that costs, have the appearance restored as well.   I figure if I am gonna do it, I'll do it right and go to Turnbull.  I know they are not cheap, but I am wondering if anyone has ever had something like this done, and what it cost you.  

I realized recently, "what am I waiting for?" and may as well consider this.   As it is, I don't think the gun has any collector value to begin with.

[Crazy Gun Barney, SASS #2428]

Dont have any idea.... but would love to see a pic!  Was it converted in the 1800's or much more recently?

 

[PowderRiverCowboy]

They will do a quote sir , Never have but.

https://www.turnbullrestoration.com/restoration-services/

[Jeff, #21334]

Bob millington used to do those conversions i don't know how to get a hold of him but I heard he's still around

[Doc Eagle]

3 hours ago, H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619 said:

I have an 1849 Colt Pocket Revolver converted to .32 Centerfire in rather rough shape.   I am *considering* having it restored.  I want to at least have the gun made functional again, and depending how much that costs, have the appearance restored as well.   I figure if I am gonna do it, I'll do it right and go to Turnbull.  I know they are not cheap, but I am wondering if anyone has ever had something like this done, and what it cost you.  

I realized recently, "what am I waiting for?" and may as well consider this.   As it is, I don't think the gun has any collector value to begin with.

A lot of folks question the value you get by going to Turnbull for this type of work.  When going the Turnbull route you are doing more than just getting an old gun running again.  Their “restorations” are so good they will fool  experts and they mark their work so folks won’t pass guns off as mint originals to collectors.  Some restorations just look good, Turnbull work is an investment in the firearm since more likely when they are done the gun will be worth MORE than an original.

[H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619]

5 hours ago, Crazy Gun Barney, SASS #2428 said:

Dont have any idea.... but would love to see a pic!  Was it converted in the 1800's or much more recently?

 

It looks like a period conversion to me.

It's currently on loan to a friend who is using for a prop in a home made movie.  Once I get it back, I'll post a pic.
 

[Smokin Gator SASS #29736]

Much of it has to do with in what condition the gun or parts are when they receive them. How much disassembly and polishing is required. A lot of it is the time required polishing and keeping flat surfaces flat.

[watab kid]

would love to see it when its done - nothing but the best work