Welcome to Vintage Brass Plates

At Vintage Brass Plates we have developed a unique process which allows us to accurately reproduce metal plates and tags for vintage vehicles and equipment. All our plates are made to a very high standard and will add the perfect finishing touch to any restoration.

Vintage Brass Plates was established by vintage machinery enthusiast Chris Astell with one aim - to produce high quality plates which are just like the originals.

Massey Harris No. 2

Massey Ferguson FE35 Serial Plate (Aluminium)

We produce plates and tags in brass, aluminium, and nickel silver for all types of vehicles and equipment such as tractors, cars, commercial vehicles, farm implements and machinery, barn engines, steam engines, stationary engines, motorbikes, bicycles, military vehicles, and scale models.

Visit the VINTAGE PLATES page for more information.

We can produce any plate either as a one off or in small batches.

Sunbeam Makers Plate (Brass)

Austin 7 Swallow Door Sill Plates (Nickel Silver)

As well as reproducing original plates, we also produce new commissions to meet the exact requirements of individual customers. These new plates can be made in the same style as old plates to look more traditional if required.

We also offer a design service for new plates. Visit the NEW PLATES page for more information

The Process...

At Vintage Brass Plates we use the traditional method of acid etching to produce our plates. Chemicals are used to dissolve away the metal to create the image on the plate. In the case of most old plates, the background is etched into the plate to leave the lettering and the border raised, whereas the more modern approach is to etch the lettering into the plate. Our process allows us to make plates either way

The entire manufacture of each plate is done in house using our own bespoke equipment to ensure quality parts every time

We are able to produce plates with extremely fine detail and crisp edges.

Unusual Shapes - no problem...

The process we have developed also allows us to produce irregular shaped plates and small components with very intricate profiles.

W.E.J. Cycles Headstock Badge

Oil Needle

David Brown Serial Plate

Remember we can accurately produce high quality metal plates and tags for just about anything. Please give us a call or get in touch using the CONTACT US form to discuss your requirements.