Textures & Finishes

At Old West Iron, every piece of hardware is a work of craftsmanship—right down to the final finish. This page showcases how each of our hand-applied finishes appears across our four distinct hammered textures:

Smooth – clean and refined

Hammered Edges – subtle hand-worked edges with a classic touch

Distressed – irregular and aged for an antique look

All Hammered – bold texture across the entire surface for maximum character

We offer a wide range of hand-brushed and hand-rubbed finishes, each designed to complement our blacksmith-forged textures and bring out the natural depth of the iron:

Raw / Unfinished – natural iron, ready to age or finish as desired

Gunmetal – deep gray with a cool, industrial feel

Wrought Iron Patina – classic blacksmith finish with depth and age

Black – rich and solid for a bold, traditional look

Natural Rust – oxidized finish for a weathered, rustic appearance

Oil Rubbed Bronze – warm, bronze highlights over black with depth and sheen

Aged Bronze – Brighter bronze with dark highpoints for a worn, authentic look

Pewter – soft silver-gray highlights over black, subtle and elegant

Aged Pewter – deeper, bright silver with black high points for a timeworn feel

Rusty Metal Patina – hand brushed rust tones to mimic age and texture

Our bronze finishes are crafted with real bronze flake wax, while our pewter finishes feature real silver flake wax, giving each piece a luxurious, authentic sheen you won’t find in mass-produced finishes.

This visual guide helps you choose the perfect texture and finish combination to match your project’s style—whether you're creating a sleek modern entryway or restoring a centuries-old timber frame.

Please note: While we're happy to provide whichever combination you'd like, we don't recommend pairing oil rubbed bronze with our smooth texture. Smooth has no high and low points, so the bronze will not show up well and you'll be left with a piece that appears black. We recommend pairing oil rubbed bronze with a hammered texture (all hammered, distressed, or hammered edges) or smooth with a solid finish.