Reproduction items for the discriminating museum and living history reenactor's use both at home and in the field.
Reproduction items for the discriminating museum and living history reenactor's use both at home and in the field.
About Us
Preserving skills from the past
I have always found beauty in the simplicity of antique tools fascinating. Since I was a child I have always preferred to use older tools to new ones. Most oft the tools I use in my work today are antiques that I have restored. It is this interest in old tools that took me from a military history major to historic preservation. An important part of preservation work is preserving the institutional knowledge of historic trades that are rapidly disappearing. When the Covid-19 pandemic began I was laid off as an architectural historian. While unfortunate, this allowed me to time to focus on a part of history that always enthralled me. First the ironwork and treenware were just items I made for myself and family, then as gifts to friends. Soon people began asking for custom pieces and the Friendly Yew was born!
Chris Templin
Our materials
A majority of the wood that we use is locally sourced from our mountainside woods. Types of wood used in products varies by what trees have been harvested and what is in stock. Any difference in species type will be reflected on our website. Our iron work utilizes reclaimed wrought iron and tool steel when possible, as well as mild steel from plants in the united states and Canada.