A bit brassy

With the crémone now fitted to the door, it was time for Brian to turn his attention to the two plates needed to lock it in place top and bottom. You may remember my post about a strip of brass that he ordered, well that was his starting point. He drew a guide first, then set about drilling some holes with the second hand pillar drill he’d bought.

With the guide holes drilled he now had to use a little saw to cut out the rest.

They looked quite professional when he’d finished them with a bit of wire wool. The next step was to make a block to take the plate at the top. It doesn’t look much yet, but I’m sure it will soon.