Graeme brown antiques hinges

[BobR]

Am looking for special hinges and the ones from Graeme Brown look like they might fit the bill. However, the images on the web site are only monochrome and not very clear. Has anyone used these hinges. They appear to be very inexpensive when compared to the likes of Box Makers Hardware and Gerner.

[LGS]

Could you let us know what the hinges look like?

Regards,

Rob

[seriph1]

Would love to help but need info. If you're looking for antique style hinges, GB is usually bulletproof. Please let us know what your project is, what era you're hoping to emulate, or what piece you're restoring. Cheers

[seriph1]

By the way, Graeme would know exactly what the finish is. Calling him would provide the info. Are you seeking bright brass, antique brass or bronze?

[BobR]

Thanks for the reply. It is not so much the finish I am interested in - though a consideration. I am more interested in the quality. Are the leaves square to each other; is there slop in the movement, etc. The hinges I mentioned above are solid brass and provide little to no movement. I am a little cautious as the hinge I am looking at from Brown is $2.10 while a pair of Gerner hinges is $18. Are the Graeme Brown hinges just a step up from Bunnings hinges for this price.

[seriph1]

Mate, Graeme Brown specialises in repro antique fittings. How big are the hinges you need and what are they for?

Where hinges are bought is unimportant just like where they're made .... how they're made is the business end of things :)

[BobR]

Steve the hinge I am looking for is 38 x 22 (or there about). It will support a door 320 x 390 x 19. Not sure that I understand your comment. I have picked up some terrible hinges that made installation a nightmare and at times looked horrible because they would not sit in rebate square to the edge. So for me precision is important.

[seriph1]

With precision the issue, I reckon just go with the more expensive ones. Skimping might just make you worry they'll fail.