Feedback From Our Customers
Allyx 6 1/2 X 10 NS Pilot
September 2022
It’s not often you get to work with folks who are both incredibly kind and truly exceptional at their craft. Tom and Terri’s restoration process, communication, and level of care and consideration are simply unmatched. They took me along for the entire restoration ride—sharing photos of them acquiring a press, taking it apart, cleaning and painting it, and putting it all back together. And the magic didn’t end there. Once the press arrived, unboxing the crate was an experience in and of itself. The crate was outfitted with custom braces, blocks, and ties to ensure everything was secure. Any additional pieces/hardware I needed to attach myself were included and clearly labeled, which made setting up the press a breeze. I honestly couldn’t have dreamed of a better experience and can’t thank them enough for helping me along my letterpress journey."
— Allyx
September 2022
It’s not often you get to work with folks who are both incredibly kind and truly exceptional at their craft. Tom and Terri’s restoration process, communication, and level of care and consideration are simply unmatched. They took me along for the entire restoration ride—sharing photos of them acquiring a press, taking it apart, cleaning and painting it, and putting it all back together. And the magic didn’t end there. Once the press arrived, unboxing the crate was an experience in and of itself. The crate was outfitted with custom braces, blocks, and ties to ensure everything was secure. Any additional pieces/hardware I needed to attach myself were included and clearly labeled, which made setting up the press a breeze. I honestly couldn’t have dreamed of a better experience and can’t thank them enough for helping me along my letterpress journey."
— Allyx
Lise 6 1/2 X 10 Pilot
July 2022
Its just beautiful. I love the black paint and dark walnut together. Thank you so much. This is my birthday present to me.
July 2022
Its just beautiful. I love the black paint and dark walnut together. Thank you so much. This is my birthday present to me.
Joe 6 1/2 X 10 Pilot
May 2022
Well received, looks very nice. Thank you very much for everything.
May 2022
Well received, looks very nice. Thank you very much for everything.
Amanda Kay 6 X 10 Kelsey Excelsior
December 2021
What a difference. Wow.
Jacque Craftsmen Superior 6 1/2 X 10
November 2021
The press looks awesome so 2 thumbs up and a peace sign to the both of you.
👍👍✌
November 2021
The press looks awesome so 2 thumbs up and a peace sign to the both of you.
👍👍✌
Andy 5 X 8 Kelsey Model U
November 2021
I can't believe the beautiful work you have done Tom & Terri, thank you so much.
November 2021
I can't believe the beautiful work you have done Tom & Terri, thank you so much.
Christy 5 X 8 Kelsey
September 2021
if you are questioning whether or not to reach out to Tom and Terri to restore a press: do not hesitate. Please contact them as soon as you finish reading the feedback section and looking through all the before and after images. Throughout the restoration process I received updates. It was so fantastic to see the transformation. T & T Press Restoration provided service well-beyond my expectations. From start to finish it took roughly a month, which is truly amazing since I wasn't planning to see my press until next year. I am so happy with T & T Press Restoration. I cannot thank them enough for doing such a splendid job.
September 2021
if you are questioning whether or not to reach out to Tom and Terri to restore a press: do not hesitate. Please contact them as soon as you finish reading the feedback section and looking through all the before and after images. Throughout the restoration process I received updates. It was so fantastic to see the transformation. T & T Press Restoration provided service well-beyond my expectations. From start to finish it took roughly a month, which is truly amazing since I wasn't planning to see my press until next year. I am so happy with T & T Press Restoration. I cannot thank them enough for doing such a splendid job.
Shereena Craftsmen Superior 6 1/2 X 10
August 2021
I am utterly speechless at the transformation. Thank you so very much for all your hard work. I am super grateful.
August 2021
I am utterly speechless at the transformation. Thank you so very much for all your hard work. I am super grateful.
Vicki 3 X 5 Kelsey
August 2021
Wow! That was fast and the press looks amazing.
Can't wait to receive the actual product.
Thank you for the hard work.
I got the press yesterday and unpacked today.
The press looks amazing.
It is a great experience to do business with you.
All the best,
Vicky
August 2021
Wow! That was fast and the press looks amazing.
Can't wait to receive the actual product.
Thank you for the hard work.
I got the press yesterday and unpacked today.
The press looks amazing.
It is a great experience to do business with you.
All the best,
Vicky
Ina 6 X 10 Kelsey Model X
June 2021
June 2021
Dear Tom & Terri, New blood！
I really want you to share my excitement and happiness with you.
thank you. Warm regards, Ina
I really want you to share my excitement and happiness with you.
thank you. Warm regards, Ina
The press arrived this morning, and I am just beginning to unbox it - the beauty of your restoration is stunning, and I feel overwhelmed to be entrusted with this historic machine, to be its steward. I will learn to guide it to print beautiful, humanistic words. I want to thank you both from the bottom of my heart for restoring this for me with skill and care. In recent weeks I have visited Daniel Morris at the Arm Letterpress in Brooklyn, and John Barrett at Letterpress Things (I went to his open house last weekend) to buy equipment, and they both sang your praises, a testament to your stellar reputation in the letterpress community. Thank you, and best wishes for you and your family in the new year.
Max 6 1/2 X10 O.S. Pilot (The Red One)
January 2021
I picked up one of your presses as a donation to the Museum of Printing recently and I have to say I’ve seen a lot of press restorations and you guys do an absolutely incredible job. Top notch. A friend recently asked me what I thought of your presses and I believe you guys are finishing it up these last few days. A Craftsman Superior. I’m looking forward to seeing this beauty too. Keep up the great work and thank your being a part of the community. You guys rock.
Craig
January 2021
Craig
January 2021
I just wanted to let you know the press finally arrived. I picked it up yesterday and uncrated it today. Thanks for doing such a good job crating it so that it arrived in perfect condition. It’s really a beautiful piece of equipment with a beautiful restoration—thanks.
Mark 6 1/2 X 10 Hohner
September 2020
Mark 6 1/2 X 10 Hohner
September 2020
My Sigwalt Ideal No. 5 is very special to me, as it was my first press and worked like a charm for years. But over the past decade and several moves, it stopped working, and nothing I tried revived it. One call to Tom Kartes and it’s better than ever. His knowledge of these wonderful old presses is so thorough. He patiently walked me through a series of adjustments I didn’t even know were possible, and explained how to keep this sweet press printing perfectly for another hundred-plus years. I feel almost like a lost pet has been returned to me.
With so much gratitude!
Barbara
September 2020
With so much gratitude!
Barbara
September 2020
I have just finished setting up the press. Your work is amazing and far beyond
my expectations. (Worth the $).
Tracy 6 1/2 X 10 O.S. Pilot
August 2020
my expectations. (Worth the $).
Tracy 6 1/2 X 10 O.S. Pilot
August 2020
It looks amazing!!! We are so excited! Beautiful job.
Thanks! Can't wait and it looks FANTASTIC!
Meghan 6 1/2 X 10 O.S. Pilot
June 2020
Thanks! Can't wait and it looks FANTASTIC!
Meghan 6 1/2 X 10 O.S. Pilot
June 2020
Thank you, thank you for all of the additional supplies!! What a huge surprise! I am so excited to get started. Thanks so much for all of your help and fine work on this (new to me) letterpress.
Anita Kelsey 5 X 8 Excelsior
February 2020
Anita Kelsey 5 X 8 Excelsior
February 2020
I finally have the press assembled. I am very excited to get printing. Thank you a million for this beautiful press! It is perfect. Very smooth “kiss.” I hope to keep you as a reference for future questions. Thanks again and great working with you!!
Jessi Kelsey 6 X 10 Model X
December 2019
Jessi Kelsey 6 X 10 Model X
December 2019
I just want to let you know that the press arrived in perfect condition. It's absolutely lovely! Your restoration work is amazing. It was a gift for my son who has been wishing for one for years. He is thrilled with his new baby.
Thanks so much.
Grace Craftsman Imperial 5 X 8
Sept 2019
Thanks so much.
Grace Craftsman Imperial 5 X 8
Sept 2019
Just letting you know my press arrived safe and sound and she’s a beauty. I’ve not been able to fully unpack her, but everything looks to be good. Thank you soooooo much! Fabulous work...again 😁
Thank you again for all your hard work...it is a pleasure and honor to have a press you have worked on.
Michele Kelsey 3X5 Model N
August 2019
As stated in my plea for help I have had the pilot for 10 years and never once have I printed with success.
Today, after the adjustments, and without overly dramatizing things I am near tears with its success. I will forever be in your debt Tom. A thousand thank yous.
Sheree 6 1/2 X 10 Pilot Platen Adjustment
July 2019
Today, after the adjustments, and without overly dramatizing things I am near tears with its success. I will forever be in your debt Tom. A thousand thank yous.
Sheree 6 1/2 X 10 Pilot Platen Adjustment
July 2019
Hi! I received the press and it's now assembled.
Just wanted to say fantastic job on crating, it was very secure in the crate.
Thank you very much for the help along the way and keeping in communication with me. I will 1000% recommend your amazing place to anyone that is looking for a letterpress.
Noah Craftsmen 4 X 6
April 2019
Just wanted to say fantastic job on crating, it was very secure in the crate.
Thank you very much for the help along the way and keeping in communication with me. I will 1000% recommend your amazing place to anyone that is looking for a letterpress.
Noah Craftsmen 4 X 6
April 2019
I want you to know how very excited your craftsmanship has made me!!! I cannot wait to see her in action. I cannot wait for my workday to end so the real work can begin. I will let you know if I run into anything or have any questions. Thank you thank you thank you for making this day a most special day for me!
Michele N.S. Pilot 6 1/2 X 10
February 2019
Michele N.S. Pilot 6 1/2 X 10
February 2019
Hello, I received the Cooks Victor in Korea yesterday. I was very impressed with the packaging.
I think the work you did on the Victor is beautiful and I believe it will produce meticulous work as expected. I'm very grateful. I bought good equipment thanks to you.
Thank you again.
Mr. Lee Cooks Victor 6 X 9
November 2018
I think the work you did on the Victor is beautiful and I believe it will produce meticulous work as expected. I'm very grateful. I bought good equipment thanks to you.
Thank you again.
Mr. Lee Cooks Victor 6 X 9
November 2018
T and T,
The press looks great. Its fun to see it restored so nicely. You have done a beautiful job.
Tom & Claudia Vandercook 0
June 2018
The press looks great. Its fun to see it restored so nicely. You have done a beautiful job.
Tom & Claudia Vandercook 0
June 2018
Terri,
I got my press yesterday (4 X 6 Sigwalt) and I couldn’t be more happy with it! It’s awesome. The delivery was easy and smooth and the press arrived in perfect condition. You guys did an amazing job with packaging and attention to detail.
Thank you so much for your time and the excellent product you sell. I did a test print and it worked perfectly.
Again, thanks a lot for everything. I’ll recommend your business to any friend that might be interested in acquiring a printing press.
Kind regards,
Rebeca May 2018
I got my press yesterday (4 X 6 Sigwalt) and I couldn’t be more happy with it! It’s awesome. The delivery was easy and smooth and the press arrived in perfect condition. You guys did an amazing job with packaging and attention to detail.
Thank you so much for your time and the excellent product you sell. I did a test print and it worked perfectly.
Again, thanks a lot for everything. I’ll recommend your business to any friend that might be interested in acquiring a printing press.
Kind regards,
Rebeca May 2018
Terri and Tom,
Just uncrated the press. Amazing. Anticipation was high. And you still exceeded expectation. Tom, I certainly sense your aircraft level care in your work and attention to detail. Quality at its highest level. Again, artisan work and craftsmanship are obvious. Thank you for your care in its crating. Thank you.
Cheers,
Gary Hohner 6 1/2 X 10
April 2017
As I hoped and more. Beautifully documented. Obvious care and craftsmanship.
Gary Hohner 6 1/2 X 10
April 2017
We got the press! It is amazing, thank you so much! Your work is top notch! Will send some photos of prints once we pull a few.
Brent Sigwalt 6 X 9 Round Base
October 2016
Brent Sigwalt 6 X 9 Round Base
October 2016
Just wanted to send the biggest thanks your way!
I received and assembled the press today. I was blown away at how well crafted everything was, from the crate to the layout of the machine, your talents shined through. Your instructions were perfect and assembly was a lot of fun.
I was blown away by the beauty of the press. My girlfriend and I are ecstatic about how it turned out and cannot wait to start printing with it. I almost have everything together so I can start very soon.
Thank you again so so much, this is such an amazing gift and is helping me to realize how awesome it is to have our own printing / design store in the near future. It's truly a dream come true :)
Mark 9 X 12 Craftsmen Monarch
May 2016
Thank you for your excellent work in restoring my 6.5 X 10 O.S.Craftsmen Superior.
The press is gorgeous and your service and attention to detail was amazing.
Unpacking the press and setting it up was a breeze with the thorough instructions you provided.
I would happily recommend your services to anyone looking to purchase a restored press.
Kind regards,
Kelly
Feb 2016
The press is gorgeous and your service and attention to detail was amazing.
Unpacking the press and setting it up was a breeze with the thorough instructions you provided.
I would happily recommend your services to anyone looking to purchase a restored press.
Kind regards,
Kelly
Feb 2016
Again thank you both for your nice work on my Craftsmen. I will be happy to recommend you to all who inquire about the press.
Edward Craftsmen 5 X 8 Imperial Restoration
Jan 2016
Edward Craftsmen 5 X 8 Imperial Restoration
Jan 2016
The parts arrived and they all turned out perfectly. Thanks again for taking such care to make them match- they fit as well as the originals.
Dan Fabricated multiple replica Vandercook press parts
Jan 2016
Dan Fabricated multiple replica Vandercook press parts
Jan 2016
Thank you so much for everything. I really appreciate and was touched how much thought and and care went into it from the press to packaging to little details.
Young
Dec 2015
Young
Dec 2015
Hello Tom and Terri,
Thank you so much for all of your work! We really need more people like you, so that the craft of letterpress could be passed on with excitement. Thank you guys once again.
Young
Oct 2015
Thank you so much for all of your work! We really need more people like you, so that the craft of letterpress could be passed on with excitement. Thank you guys once again.
Young
Oct 2015
Wow... First off, let me just say thank you at the incredible job y'all have done. What y'all do is a true craft, and simply amazing. "Above and beyond" is the only way to put it. I cannot say thank you enough!
She couldn't believe it when she saw it, and is so excited to start working with it! I can't say thank you enough... It's been a pleasure!
Jonathan
July 2015
Thank you for restoring the O.S. Pilot for us. You did a beautiful job. Thank you for the short turn time too. http://www.moo.com/blog/2015/04/29/learn-about-letterpress-with-moo-at-how/
Felix & Lisa
April 2015
Felix & Lisa
April 2015
My word, what a beauty. Truly speechless. THANK YOU so so much. Honored to have this piece of history that has been restored by you guys. What a transformation. The press is absolutely perfect. Thank you for documenting the process. It’s really awesome to see the hard work you all have put into it. Hopefully this will become one of many I can own by you guys.
---Karl
March 2015
---Karl
March 2015
Letting you know the press arrived Friday. I got it unpacked and put together. Everything looks great! Your commitment and attention to every detail of the restoration is obvious...the press is beautiful! It's everything I hoped for and more. I especially loved the pictures of the restoration process. I'll be sending the crate back, probably tomorrow.
Thanks, it's been a pleasure.
---Amanda
September 2014
Thanks, it's been a pleasure.
---Amanda
September 2014
From the minute you contacted me to the minute I left your house that evening, you were nothing but helpful and supportive. Your knowledge and expertise with tabletop printing presses is astounding and I truly was in awe while watching you get mine back into shape. Since my visit to your shop, I've had the smoothest performance of my press since buying it 12 years ago. I really cannot say enough great things about your work and I know where I am going to go to get my press completely redone. Just seeing the wonderful hand painting, the rehabilitation to the old parts, I feel lucky to be involved in this and to know such a wonderful resource exists. I hope you were able to work with the broken rocker and I am grateful to have found you or rather you find me through briar press.
Thanks again for a thoroughly great experience,
David
principal creative & printer
angry sasha press - Minneapolis June 2014
Thanks again for a thoroughly great experience,
David
principal creative & printer
angry sasha press - Minneapolis June 2014
Wow! What a transformation. I received your pictures and the “new” platen looks great. I can’t thank you enough.
Platen Repair
Annie April 2014
Platen Repair
Annie April 2014
The press arrived in good condition yesterday. It looks even more stunning than I expected. I look forward to reading the literature you provided before I try printing for the first time. Thanks again for the wonderful work. It was certainly a pleasure working with you on this project and hopefully I'll have the opportunity to work with you again (another press in my future?)!
Kelsey Excelsior Restoration
Don March 2014
Kelsey Excelsior Restoration
Don March 2014
Thank you so much for your hard work and extreme care. I will definitely (and have already) recommend you to other printer friends!
C & M Table top R/H arm fabrication
Meg February 2014
C & M Table top R/H arm fabrication
Meg February 2014
The crate arrived yesterday in safety.
It was big and heavy than I thought. But it packed really strongly, so the contents are not crack or broken.
Finally the press actually appeared. It looks wonderful and perfect. I really love this beautiful press. Its coloring is perfect and clean. And the wood feed board is so lovely.
I'm truly satisfied with my decision to buy this excellent press.
Thank you so much again for your great work and effort.
And thank you for the many furniture and reglets.
I'm really happy with this gorgeous press like a band new. Thank you.
C & P O.S. Pilot
Sangjeong, S. Korea August 2013
It was big and heavy than I thought. But it packed really strongly, so the contents are not crack or broken.
Finally the press actually appeared. It looks wonderful and perfect. I really love this beautiful press. Its coloring is perfect and clean. And the wood feed board is so lovely.
I'm truly satisfied with my decision to buy this excellent press.
Thank you so much again for your great work and effort.
And thank you for the many furniture and reglets.
I'm really happy with this gorgeous press like a band new. Thank you.
C & P O.S. Pilot
Sangjeong, S. Korea August 2013
WOW!! SHE IS SO GORGEOUS!
Really, I'm in awe. That is one beautiful letterpress. Tom, I know you put a lot of work into making her right, and Terri, the paint and detail work is impeccable. The C&M is even better than I hoped. I want to have my hands on it, learning all about how to make it work. It looks like it was just made yesterday. It's amazing!
Thank you both so much. The C&M will make me happy and busy and hopefully slightly artistic for years to come.
Jen, MO, June 2013
The Pilot parts I ordered have arrived (Cooks Victor delivery board leg fabrication, 4 repaired Pilot chases, new Pilot impression screws with jam nuts, O.S. Pilot side frame repair and a brand new chase for the Cooks Victor). I am working on the Pilot right now. I can't thank you enough - everything turned out flawlessly and man, do you know how to pack a crate!
Dan (The Arm Letterpress), NY, May 2013
Working with T & T Press Restoration was truly enjoyable. Terri and Tom provided excellent costumer service and a perfect product. The Pilot Press they restored for me works better than any I've operated so far and is sure to out-live me by a long shot. They were straight forward and kind throughout the whole process and helped me find the best press for my needs. I'm left now with an excellent machine and (just as importantly) a great relationship that I'll count on for a long time.
Colin, MN, December 2012
I've received the press and finally today had the chance to unpack and assemble it. It looks wonderful and I'm very excited to use it! You did a terrific job restoring and putting it all together, its a beautiful piece of machinery.
So far I haven't got any questions, but once I get a few more things together I'll print on it for the first time and let you know how that goes. Judging by the state of everything I assume it will be smooth sailing from then on.
I've also reassembled the crate and will make arrangements with UPS come Monday.
Thank you so much again for all your work and patience! I'm thrilled with it!
Chevelli, NY, November 2012
I was new to letterpress when I discovered the platen on my newly acquired press was broken in two. After some Googling and searching on the internet I got in touch with T and T Press Restoration and decided to ship the platen to them for some TLC. I am so happy I did. They kept me well informed with what needed to be done, and with each progression of the repair. I get the impression that restoring old presses truly is a labor of love at T and T Press Restoration and I feel like they afforded the same attention and care to my little platen. The platen is now back in its rightful place and happily printing away like nothing ever happened. Many thanks T and T Press Restoration. I would recommend you to anyone. I'm so happy the internet helped me find you. I'm not sure I could have got it fixed anywhere near where I live!
Thank you once again!
Vicky, Alaska, October 2012
We are very satisfied with our new press, you did really wonderful job. Also, your package was perfect and very thoughtful. We were very impressed. Thank you very much for your care.
Sangyon, Korea, August 2012
I am extremely happy with the end result of all your labors. Thank you so much, it's really a possession I will treasure for my whole life. I can't say enough wonderful things about your craftsmanship, courtesy, and professionalism... from start to finish: you all are a joy to work with. I appreciate it more than I can possibly express in an email. We opted to keep the crate and use it as the table since the press was already mounted so well to the crate bottom. You did an insanely great job of packing the press, wow! Again, Thanks a million!
Sarah, Tennessee, May 2012
I received the press really fast. The press is perfect. I recommend this vendor.
L.R., Ebay, November 2010
Thanks for fast, professional transaction. The press and crate are perfect.
E.S., Ebay, July 2009
Really, I'm in awe. That is one beautiful letterpress. Tom, I know you put a lot of work into making her right, and Terri, the paint and detail work is impeccable. The C&M is even better than I hoped. I want to have my hands on it, learning all about how to make it work. It looks like it was just made yesterday. It's amazing!
Thank you both so much. The C&M will make me happy and busy and hopefully slightly artistic for years to come.
Jen, MO, June 2013
The Pilot parts I ordered have arrived (Cooks Victor delivery board leg fabrication, 4 repaired Pilot chases, new Pilot impression screws with jam nuts, O.S. Pilot side frame repair and a brand new chase for the Cooks Victor). I am working on the Pilot right now. I can't thank you enough - everything turned out flawlessly and man, do you know how to pack a crate!
Dan (The Arm Letterpress), NY, May 2013
Working with T & T Press Restoration was truly enjoyable. Terri and Tom provided excellent costumer service and a perfect product. The Pilot Press they restored for me works better than any I've operated so far and is sure to out-live me by a long shot. They were straight forward and kind throughout the whole process and helped me find the best press for my needs. I'm left now with an excellent machine and (just as importantly) a great relationship that I'll count on for a long time.
Colin, MN, December 2012
I've received the press and finally today had the chance to unpack and assemble it. It looks wonderful and I'm very excited to use it! You did a terrific job restoring and putting it all together, its a beautiful piece of machinery.
So far I haven't got any questions, but once I get a few more things together I'll print on it for the first time and let you know how that goes. Judging by the state of everything I assume it will be smooth sailing from then on.
I've also reassembled the crate and will make arrangements with UPS come Monday.
Thank you so much again for all your work and patience! I'm thrilled with it!
Chevelli, NY, November 2012
I was new to letterpress when I discovered the platen on my newly acquired press was broken in two. After some Googling and searching on the internet I got in touch with T and T Press Restoration and decided to ship the platen to them for some TLC. I am so happy I did. They kept me well informed with what needed to be done, and with each progression of the repair. I get the impression that restoring old presses truly is a labor of love at T and T Press Restoration and I feel like they afforded the same attention and care to my little platen. The platen is now back in its rightful place and happily printing away like nothing ever happened. Many thanks T and T Press Restoration. I would recommend you to anyone. I'm so happy the internet helped me find you. I'm not sure I could have got it fixed anywhere near where I live!
Thank you once again!
Vicky, Alaska, October 2012
We are very satisfied with our new press, you did really wonderful job. Also, your package was perfect and very thoughtful. We were very impressed. Thank you very much for your care.
Sangyon, Korea, August 2012
I am extremely happy with the end result of all your labors. Thank you so much, it's really a possession I will treasure for my whole life. I can't say enough wonderful things about your craftsmanship, courtesy, and professionalism... from start to finish: you all are a joy to work with. I appreciate it more than I can possibly express in an email. We opted to keep the crate and use it as the table since the press was already mounted so well to the crate bottom. You did an insanely great job of packing the press, wow! Again, Thanks a million!
Sarah, Tennessee, May 2012
I received the press really fast. The press is perfect. I recommend this vendor.
L.R., Ebay, November 2010
Thanks for fast, professional transaction. The press and crate are perfect.
E.S., Ebay, July 2009