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September 22, 2011
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Is there a time frame when these various engravers worked? Specifically, I have negotiated the purchase of a T J Stafford pistol and the engraving is similar to that found on Winchester rifles. I was wondering if engravers subcontracted by Winchester might have engraved for T J Stafford, especially since these pistols were manufactured in New Haven (in the early 1860’s).
June 4, 2017
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mrcvs, R.L. Wilson’s book “Winchester Engraving” published by Beinfeld books covers Nimschke and the Ulrich family members. I think you will find some answers relating to dates and styles of engraving. T/R
September 22, 2011
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Yes they engraved for Winchester at this time, as did Gustave Young. I guess my question should have been since in New Haven, and so was Stafford, whom might have engraved for Stafford?
April 15, 2005
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Try contacting Herb House. He has detailed information on the early Winchester engravers in his reference book “Winchester Repeating Arms Company: Its History & Development from 1865 to 1981”
Bert
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September 22, 2011
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How do I contact Mr House?
Thanks!
July 17, 2012
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mrcvs said
How do I contact Mr House?
Thanks!
I will PM you the phone numbers and address of Mr. Houze since I do not think it would be appropriate to post it here publically.
You can also contact him through the Buffalo Bill Center of the West where he is Curator emeritus of the Winchester Arms Collection and they will get a message to him.
Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
