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When it comes to choosing the right hardware for your home or project, texture, color, and finish make all the difference. But let’s face it—screens can be deceiving. That’s why at Old West Iron, we offer Sample Kits designed to take the guesswork out of the decision-making process.

Whether you're matching an antique barn door, designing a custom kitchen, or restoring a historic cabin, our sample kits let you see and feel the quality before you commit.

What’s Included in Our Sample Kits?

Each kit includes 3” x 3” squares of hand-forged iron, finished in the exact texture and patina you’re considering. These aren’t mass-produced swatches—they’re made by our blacksmiths using the same process, materials, and hand-applied finishes that go into our final products.

You can choose from:

• Texture samples (e.g., hammered, smooth, distressed)

• Finish samples (e.g., oil-rubbed bronze, antique pewter, raw steel, beeswax)

• Or a complete sample kit that combines several options

Why Order a Sample?

1. Match Finishes with Confidence
Color tones and textures vary between screens. A sample lets you compare finishes under your own lighting and against your materials—ensuring a perfect match.

2. Experience the Craftsmanship
You’ll get a true sense of the weight, detail, and texture of hand-forged hardware. Unlike big-box options, our pieces have the kind of rugged authenticity you can feel in your hand.

3. Plan Your Project Like a Pro
Builders, designers, and homeowners alike rely on our samples to plan out cabinetry, gates, beams, mantels, and more. A physical sample allows you to test spacing, proportions, and finish pairings before you invest.

Perfect for Designers and Contractors

We also recommend our sample kits for interior designers, builders, and architects who want to present multiple options to clients or include finish samples in project proposals. Ask us about bulk pricing or professional kits if you frequently spec hardware.

How to Use Your Sample Kit

Once your samples arrive:

• View them in different lighting (natural daylight vs indoor lighting)

• Compare against wood tones, paint colors, and existing fixtures

• Test textures with other design elements (like tile, stone, or glass)

• Share with clients or collaborators for decision-making

When you're ready to order, just match the name of the finish or texture from your kit to the options on our product pages.

See the Difference. Feel the Craftsmanship.

Order Your Sample Kit Today →
Whether you’re building from the ground up or refreshing a single room, Old West Iron’s sample kits are the first step in choosing ironwork you’ll love for generations.

Written by the Old West Iron Forge Team — crafting authentic American ironwork from our Idaho forge since 2011. Experience-backed, veteran-built, and proudly Made in the USA.