Hawkshead, Cumbria
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A LIFELONg CLAssIC car collector, mike Thornton has always had a great appreciation for engineering detail. The company he and his son, Alex, now run combines this enthusiasm for the beauty of precision engineering with their love of cars, creating unique products that pay homage to the world of racing.
mike and Alex have managed to source a limited quantity of historic racecar components from iconic gearbox manufacturer Hewland Engineering, and they highlight the beauty of these by transforming the components into highly desirable functional decor for the home and office. The pair believe that function must follow form, so components are never modified for use in their creations.
As mike explains: ‘so much of the enjoyment comes from imagining uses for each part. modifying a component can instantly…
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Octane (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 1, 2015