I recently bought some gilt frames from an auction house. The gilding on the frames needs repairing and I wondered if you knew of anyone who could restore the gilding…
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How to remove a bookplate
I have acquired a book with a foolscap-size bookplate pasted on the inside of the cover saying "From the library of..." How can I remove the bookplate safely? JB Morvern,…
Where to find an educational gun for a young shot
I am trying to find an educational shotgun for a boy of eight who is mad keen on the countryside and shooting. Is there such a thing as an educational…
How to repair the catch of a Revelation suitcase
I am the owner of a leather Revelation suitcase of about 1920 vintage. One of the catches has broken and I would like to get it repaired. Antler luggage, which…
How to get rid of ants
This year we have been plagued by ants, in particular flying ants. At one stage we had three flying ants' nests in the house. How can I prevent a repeat…
Where can I buy a men’s cashmere mix roll neck?
Years ago I bought a roll- neck sweater made from 70% cashmere and 30% silk by Johnstons of Elgin. I have tried quite hard to buy a similar cashmere mix…
Where to service a vintage watch
I would like to have a decent vintage watch serviced and repaired so I can give it to my grandson. Do you know a vintage watch repair specialist? WH, London
How to repair a moth eaten Musto
I would be most grateful for some help. My second skin for the winter is a Musto Highland shooting coat, which I have had for many years. Over the summer…
An ideal walking cane or umbrella
Our shoot is very keen to present a gift to a member who is moving away. He has been an excellent and amusing part of our team and will be…
Shotguns: to break or not to break
Have safety practices with shotguns changed over the years? I refer to the cover of the June issue of The Field. Her Majesty has a gentleman with a closed shotgun…