BRETTUNS VILLAGE TRUNK SHOP

TRUNK NAILS AND TACKS

BRASS and STEEL DECORATIVE PIECES


Square Shank Trunk Nails:  Also known as cut nails or clinch nails.  We sell four sizes of brass-plated steel trunk nails and three sizes of plain steel cut nails,
all made one at a time on an old-fashioned cut nail press.  The heads on all of these are just a hair larger than 1/4 of an inch (9/32").
These are easy to work with as the steel is soft enough to bend easily when using your nailing heel.
Priced according to the descriptions below, all prices include shipping for destinations in the USA.
1.5 Inch Nails
Four sizes of brass-plated steel nails: 1/2",  3/4", 1", and 1.5"
Three sizes of steel nails: 3/4",  1" and 1.5"
All sold in packs of 20
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Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size

If you need help figuring out how to perform the fine art (rimshot) of clinch nailing, click here.



Escutcheon Pins

Brass escutcheon pins are not just difficult to pronounce, they're handy for attaching small parts to trunks or anything else made of wood.
We sell these in packs of 20, three different sizes, for $2 per pack.  The only good news is that this includes shipping to any USA location, so two bucks is the end of the story.
These pins are 1/2" long, 3/4" long, or 1" long with a 1/8" diameter head.
Escutcheon Pins
20 for $2, delivered to any USA location
1/2" pins  $2 per pack of 20
3/4" pins  $2 per pack of 20
1" pins  $2 per pack of 20
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Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size



Threaded Trunk Nails

Threaded nails have incredible holding power and are handy if you're nailing on new hardwood slats or anything that goes on the bottom of a trunk (slats, wheels, feet, etc).
These nails tend to stay right where you put them.  Our threaded nails are 1-1/8" long with a flat head.  These are not supposed to be clinched - just for straight nailing.
Threaded Trunk Nails
Pack of 20 for $2

Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size


Small Clinch Nails for Holding Down Leather, Fabric, or Metal Trim

These are very small nails that come in handy when you want to hold something down,
like fabric coverings, leather, wood veneers, or laminates.  All are made of soft steel
(the brass ones are brass-plated steel) and can be clinched to give them more holding power
(read about this in the 'How To' section).  Priced at $5 per 1 ounce (a few hundred).
The small round nails are 9/32" long with a 3/32" flat head.  These have a round shank.  $5 per ounce
The small square nails are 3/8" long with a 3/32" flat head.  These have a square shank.  $5 per ounce
The medium brass (plated) nails are 7/16" long with a 3/32" flat head.  These have a square shank.  $5 per ounce
The medium steel nails are 7/16" long with a 3/32" flat head.  These have a square shank.  $5 per ounce
The large square nails are 9/16" long with a 3/32" flat head.  These have a square shank.  $5 per ounce
The large round tacks are 1/2" long and have a 3/32" flat head.  These have a round shank.  $5 per ounce
Priced at $5 per 1 ounce (a few hundred)
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One-Inch Long Clinch Nails

These nickel-plated steel clinch nails are one inch in length and have a small, flat head that's about 1/8" across.
Square shank helps them clinch over easily.
These are true old fashioned clinch nails that a blacksmith or shoe cobbler (or trunk guy) would use.
1-inch Clinch Nails Pack of 20 for $2 

Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size


Same as above, but these are 1.5" long.
These are true old fashioned clinch nails that a blacksmith or shoe cobbler (or trunk guy) would use.
1.5-inch Clinch Nails Pack of 20 for $2 


Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size

Because Sometimes Nails Just Won't Hold Part A to Part B

Not a bad idea to keep a few of these around the shop, just keep them hidden so nobody knows you use the little stinkers.
These are brass-plated steel screws, Phillips, head, #4 screws, 3/8" in length.
Screws - pack of 100:  $5, USA shipping included


TRUNK TACKS

We sell three types of decorative tacks for use on your trunks.  These can be handy for attaching the strap tab keepers shown above, for dressing up the edges of a trunk,
replacing old tacks that hold leather in place, or for holding fabric in place inside the trunk.  Sold in groups of 100, with shipping (USA) included in the price:





Tack Style #1 is a common upholstery tack (sometimes known as a French Natural tack or nail), available in three finishes.
 9/16 inch long tack, head is 3/8" diam.
100 for $9.00  USA shipping included.
Finish




Tack Style #2 is called an Old Gold finish.  7/16" shaft, 3/8" head diameter.  100 for $10.00, USA shipping included.




Tack Style #3 has a flower design.  1/2" shaft length, 7/16" head diameter.  100 for $12.00, USA shipping included.


Cone Head Tacks

On some old trunks you'll find these nailed in as decorations here and there, and they were also often used to nail on paper tags with the name and address of the trunk's owner.
The nail shaft is 7/16" long and the cone head is 9/32" in diameter.  Sold per 20 for $3.00, USA shipping included.
Available in either brass (gold) or nickel (silver
Pack of 20 Brass Cone Head Tacks  $3
Pack of 20 Nickel Cone Head Tacks  $3
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Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size

Don't want to use your credit card online?
No problem - you can call your order in, toll-free, to pay with Visa/MC/Amex:  1-877-532-8424
Or you can print out our order form and mail or fax in your order



Brass Buttons For Jenny Linds or Other pre-1900 Trunks

It's tough to find replacement brass tacks for your old Jenny Lind, Saratoga, or Civil War-era trunk.
These are pretty good reproductions, although they're brass-plated steel, not solid brass like the originals.
The head is 13/16" in diameter, and the nail is about an inch long.  The head sticks up about 1/8".
Nail them right through the lid, then bend them over from the inside or curl the end back into the wood.
Available in bright brass only.  Prices include USA postage.
5 Bright Brass Jenny Lind Tacks  $5.00
10 Bright Brass Jenny Lind Tacks  $10.00
100 Bright Brass Jenny Lind Tacks  $80.00
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Don't want to use your credit card online?
No problem - you can call your order in, toll-free, to pay with Visa/MC/Amex:  1-877-532-8424
Or you can print out our order form and mail or fax in your order



Decorative Trunk Rosettes - 3 Styles

Rosette Styles 1 (left) and 2 (middle) and 3 (right) shown above, sold below

Rosette #1
(shown on the left in the photo above)
These rosettes are made from stamped steel.
They are almost 2" across, actually about 1 and 7/8".
They mount with a single nail - just nail it right through the center of the rosette.
You can punch a hole first with a nail if you feel like it.
We sell these rosettes for $6 per pair, USA postage included.
 Item Code:  Rosette1




Rosette #2

These rosettes are made from stamped steel with a polished brass plating.
They are 2" across.
They mount with a single nail - just nail it right through the center of the rosette.
We sell these rosettes for $6 per pair, USA postage included.
 Item Code:  Rosette2


Rosette #3

These rosettes are made from stamped brass - not steel.
They are 1/2" across.
They mount with a single nail - just nail it right through the center of the rosette.
We sell these rosettes for $5 per pair, USA postage included.
 Item Code:  Rose3
$5 per pair, postage included for USA locations


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