Specializing in selling, fixing and refurbishing Brass, Copper and Metal items. Open for over 30 years. Experts in metal polishing, restoration and repair. Largest collection of brass and copper antiques. Unusual items, lighting, fireplace equipment, hardware, scientific medical and nautical.
Business highlights
46 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Polishing, fixing and refurbishing of brass, copper and metal items. Sales and service of brass, copper and metal antiques. Limited pickup and delivery available.
I was referred to the Brass Buff by a close friend. I had several antique brass pieces that needed restoration and others that needed polishing or waxing. This seems to be the "go to" place if you need anything that has to do with brass. The store is loaded with every imaginable brass object, many of which are for sale. I was cordially greeted by Mel (the owner) whose love for his craft was apparent. He was knowledgeable about the objects I had brought, which was very reassuring. I was very pleased with his work and would highly recommend him.
Description of Work: Restoration of antique brass objects.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Leland F.
12/2015
5.0
buffing & polishing
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The nice thing about his service is that he bought the item to resell to me but, having done so, he still did not require that I buy it from him - only if I was satisfied that it was the exact match. It was!
Description of Work: The owner looked in his shop to match a Victorian-era brass flush ring pull for cabinet doors in a 2nd floor hallway. While he has a large inventory of brass items, he didn't have an exact match in stock. So he took the dimensions of my example latch and called me a week later, having picked up an matching pull at a place where he shops. Matching the other three pulls allowed me to fit the new fourth one into its cabinet door without any chiseling, and now the linen cabinets all look great!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
Melissa G.
10/2015
5.0
buffing & polishing
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I was certain that Mel would give my Grandmother's old fireplace set the care befitting of its age. My only other option was the scrap yard. So, I thank you Mel for understanding and loving old things. Your shop is a treasure trove. Together we hope that future generations will appreciate these wonderful things.
Description of Work: After several email exchanges, I gave Mel an old brass fireplace set that needed extensive repairs. In exchange, Mel offered to provide me with polishing services. I took him an old Turkish lantern which he polished up and waxed while I waited. I have a second lantern and would definitely take it to him for polishing.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Ann H.
10/2015
5.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
Mel really cares. He is passionate about making your items polished to perfection. He takes extra special care of antique brass!
Description of Work: Expertly polished my Brass antiques
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Lois B M.
10/2015
1.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
$80
Response from Brass Buff Antiques
The job was to reattach the spout, remove multiple black spots and polish a teapot that had been left on the stove too long. The price was agreed to before work was done with no problem. She did not like the solder job but there was no complaint about the polishing. A solder bead was built up around the spout so it would not come off if left on the stove too long. Customer complained about the bead. I removed the spout at her request and at no additional charge.
Shlossman S.
06/2015
5.0
buffing & polishing
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I find Mel to be very pleasant and honest. I trust his judgment, expertise, and knowledge regarding brass and copper. I have been a repeat customer, and will be returning again with some more brass items that need cleaning. His shop is full of {mostly} brass and copper items from all over the world. He takes pleasure in sharing his wares with curious customers. Mel's turn-around is nothing short of amazing! If he says the work will be done is 2 to 3 days, it will be done in 2-3 days. If you need to schedule an appointment, call him, he is very accommodating to your schedule, since his shop does not have 'regular' 9-5 business hours. Call him; you will not regret having him polish your metals. You may even find a special treasure to buy in his floor-to-ceiling filled shop.
Description of Work: I brought several items for cleaning and polishing, including old brass andirons, old brass fireplace tools, a large copper basket/log holder, small brass brackets, a large copper scale purchased in Greece. Mel cleaned all these large and smaller items very well. This was my 3rd or 4th visit to the Brass Buff to have copper and brass items polished and cleaned. I have been a customer for nearly 4 decades!.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Ellen D. B.
10/2014
5.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
Mel polished my pretty brass coffee table with its' intricate bamboo-style legs. Because I had neglected it for too many years the table looked awful when I dropped it off at his shop and brand new when I picked it up three days later. Mel is a good man and his shop is fascinating. I recommend him without reservation
Description of Work: Polished tarnished coffee table.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Maryanne W.
09/2014
5.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
They were beautifully cleaned and polished. I barely recognized them!
Description of Work: Cleaned and polished two large brass serving trays that belong to my mother. Her father had brought them back from when he was in the Korean conflict.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
John A B.
04/2014
1.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
The owner of this establishment is a con artist and a thief ! He claims he polished a piece I gave him to polish, It looked horrible when I went to pick it up, it looked as though no effort was put into the piece at all @ $ 350.00 you would think some effort would of been nice. I didn't want to pay him at all, I was not going to give him $ 350.00 of my hard earned money. He ended calling the local police, I suppose that's what a real reputable business man does when a customer isn't happy...what a joke, The police officer advised me to pay him the $ 350.00 and take the owner to small claims court. Giving him the money bothered me, because it just wasn't right. Giving him my lunch money bothered me, but in return I plan on getting Dinner. I certainly hope the owner of this establishment sleeps well at night knowing he's a thief. I will be contacting Angie's List in regards to this matter, this business should not be in your listings.
Description of Work: The owner of this establishment did nothing. that's the problem.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$350
Response from Brass Buff Antiques
After a half hour consultation regarding restoration of heavily tarnished, stained Foo Dog, the service was provided and the item was returned on time at agreed upon price with results delivered as described during consultation. Photographs available upon request.
Patricia S.
03/2014
5.0
buffing & polishing, mailbox repair
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He quickly made an appointment for a personalized visit and was very courteous and professional in his assessment and manner. We were pleasantly surprised at the affordability of the price quote and the quality of the work was outstanding!!! We highly recommend his services.
Description of Work: He restored extremely old brass mailboxes and restored them to their original brilliant finish.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
John G.
03/2014
5.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
The owner is a very nice guy with a very interesting shop. I would highly reccomend Brass Buff Antiques.
Description of Work: I had two chrome lampshades and two chrome bases polished. The work was preformed quickly and two my satisfaction.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
John F.
10/2013
5.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
Fine, just as I expected.
Description of Work: Buffed up a pair of fire tongs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
STANLEY W.
06/2013
4.0
buffing & polishing
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Capped he service provider, made an appointment, dropped the articles off, picked them up at the agreed time, packed 'em up for a trip to Vermont --- successful end of story.
Description of Work: Polished silver service & a punch bowl setup .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Hilary W.
03/2013
5.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
The shop is full of amazing brass and it is an adventure to go there. Mel knows everything there is to know about brass.
Description of Work: I couldn't have been more pleased. Mel returned my call within minutes and finished the work within hours. It was perfect.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Drew B.
12/2012
5.0
buffing & polishing
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My front door was being repainted and the brass hardware was so old and tarnished I wondered if I shoud get it professionally polished. I found this place and was thrilled with the resuts. Fast - easy - not too expensive - and the door looks great now. The painter removed the hardware and I made an appointment with the Brass Buff and he did it it one day.
Description of Work: brass polished for front door hardware - knocker, door handle, letter slot. So happy I brought brass candlesticks the next day to be buffed - gorgeous!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$145
Susan W.
09/2012
5.0
buffing & polishing
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Mr. Rosenburg works by appointment, and was very responsive to my request to meet asap. Because the hardware was from my front door, I was anxious to have the parts polished and replaced quickly in order that I might be able to lock it overnight. Mr. Rosenburg polished a couple of the pieces while I waited so that I might achieve this. He turned around the rest of the parts promptly and I was able to pick them up within a few days. I would highly recommend Brass Buff Antiques for brass or copper polishing.
Description of Work: Polishing of brass hardware from front door, including knocker, doorknobs, locks, doorbell and address plate.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130
REBECCA P.
08/2012
5.0
buffing & polishing, antiques
 + 0 more
I would definitely use Mel again and recommend his services to others.
Description of Work: Mel did a terrific job polishing my grandmother's antique silver. He also helpfully recommended a product we could use at home to keep our silver in better shape.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
FRANK K.
01/2012
5.0
buffing & polishing
 + -1 more
I called Brass Buff at 617 964 9388 and left my number for a return call back. it is necessary to do this. Mr. Rosenburg, the very knowledgable and experienced owner of the business, called me within a few hours and we agreed on a mutually acceptable time for me to come in. He viewed the items and gave me a reasonable price for cleaning and polishing. He added that if I was not satisfied for any reason, he would adjust the price. He performed the work as described with a very fast turnaround. After I reinstalled them on the door, my wife and I were delighted with the results. He does not recommend lacquering your brass.
Description of Work: The front door to my house looked great after it had just been painted. However, the heavy duty brass knocker and mail slot hardware on both sides of the door hadn't been cleaned in years and it looked terrible. Mr Rosenburg cleaned and polished all the pieces including the screws bringing them to almost new appearance.
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Service Categories
Buffing and Polishing,
Antiques,
Mailbox Repair,
Metal Fabrication & Restoration
FAQ
Brass Buff Antiques is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Brass Buff Antiques accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Brass Buff Antiques does not offer free project estimates.
No, Brass Buff Antiques does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Brass Buff Antiques does not offer a senior discount.
No, Brass Buff Antiques does not offer emergency services.
No, Brass Buff Antiques does not offer warranties.
Brass Buff Antiques offers the following services: Polishing, fixing and refurbishing of brass, copper and metal items. Sales and service of brass, copper and metal antiques. Limited pickup and delivery available.