crank awning window replacements

Im not sure if there is another name for these windows, but they are sort of like sideways casement windows. My wife likes to call them "camp windows" but I dont know if there is a correct term for them.
Anyway, we are looking at windows and have gotten a few prices for Harvey vinyl double hung. All but one place quoted me a price for a replacement window, where as the last one says that because of the way these type of windows are made, a replacement window can not be user and new construction is necessary. He did say I could use replacement windows on the 2 old double hung windows in the room.
Anyone know if this is true?

 

I don't think there is enough information to give you a real solid answer. Sometimes companies have a minimum size for their windows, and it's hard to say if maybe that is the reason why your salesman said he'd need to go with a new construction window rather than a replacement. It also could be that your existing awning window isn't very "replacement window friendly". Double hungs are usually easy to pop a replacement window into because of their design. But some casement and awning windows are another story. They often have no removable stops, and if you DID stick a replacement window into one of them, you'd need additional trim around the interior and exterior that wouldn't really match the rest of the decor. Sometimes that looks really tacky, which is one reason why they might suggest a total replacement, with new interior and exterior trim.

Not sure if that answers your question or not, but it might give you some insight into their reasoning.

 

Well, on the exterior anyway. On the interior we are gutting the walls anyway so we would need new trim no matter what. Thanks so much for the reply. Anyone else have experience with using replacements on a casement style window?