In 1977 Metal Masters was founded out of their appreciation for the craftsmanship of old. Over the last 30 years this commitment to the preservation of these relics has grown into a craft unto itself.

With a long family history in construction and architecture, I started my career by learning these trades from my father - James Sherron Sr. By my 20's I was well on the way to a successful developing career, until one such developing project called for the demolition of a circa 1800 orchard farm house.Given my intrigue in history and ability to restore the house, I found the undertaking somewhat objectionable. Motivated to find a more suitable path I began apprenticing for metal craftsman in the Philadelphia area, who openly passed on their knowledge through the forming years of Metal Masters.

In the next 30 years antique restoration would indeed provide the historical insight I had envisioned, restoring a gamete of intriguing pieces. Each piece resonating the intention of its original maker as well as the story of purpose it served. Some memorable restoration projects include; 16’th century bronze fat lamps, Roman warrior helmets, 17’th century andirons, a DC3 aluminum plane, bank vault doors, Super Bowl trophy, a 50 arm early French gold leafed crystal chandelier, and so many more.

- And now after celebrating our 30’th anniversary last year, in 2008 we celebrate the entry into the business of my younger son Joshua whom is opening our gallery – Gallery ONE. This gallery serves to not only display our metal finishing and refinishing capabilities, but also a show room for the collection of antiques, art, sculpture, and design we have collected through the years.

In recent years our team has grown, now capable of handling jobs ranging from small fixes to mass production runs and restoration project management

Polishing:

high polish, low polish, satin luster
brass, copper, silver, stainless steel, aluminum, pewter

Custom Finishing:

patinas
living finishes (nickel, brass, hand or brush relief, etc)
verites, bronzes, rusts
gold and silver leafing
oxidizing

Lacquering:

They highest quality indoor/outdoor, clear and tinted lacquering

Plating:

brass, copper, silver, nickel, chrome

Repairs:

soldering, brazing, welding
straightening and dent removal
light machining: drilling, threading, cutting, forming

Lamp Wiring:

All lamps and chandeliers interior/exterior

Shipping:

shipping/receiving
pickup/delivery