The Historic District

as I don't typically paint hardware, I would say a good oil based paint would work...
never been fond of spray paints but I bet one would work...
good luck....
....jade

here's a great article on the evolution of windows...
http://www.james-garvin.com/images/Window_Sashes2.pdf
...jade

nhguy....what a beautiful home you have, stunning really....yes, that was a lot to take
on for a 24 year old...it's obvious that the house is in your heart if you are still caring for it!
...jade

I concur 100% with gothic!

I don't have any suggestions on the paint removal but i'm glad to see you are back and healthy
after your heart attack...stay strong!

paul....traditional preservation philosophy suggests that we keep as much of the original as possible...there is a dollop of interpretation in that...my first big project was the complete restoration of a 1746 cape in provincetown, ma...the windows were plank framed and the house timber framed...som...

it's very possible the nail was installed at a much later date...the reason? who knows...

do a search for 'plank frame windows'...you'll find a good amount of info and photos....
...jade

when you say 'repair' do you mean splicing in new wood or use of epoxy? I would stay away from epoxy on this one...it will be a challenge to fit the pieces perfectly but it can be done...
good luck!
....jade

the difference in dual glaze and type m is that type m has more naptha to encourage a quicker dry time... dual glaze is for applying to sash outdoors...type m is for shop application... oil products set up by oxidation, in other words by air flow...generally you have consistent air flow outdoors so ...