What I expected to be a pleasant way to kill an extra hour of travel time was actually an inspiring visit that will come to mind every time I’m in the area. I’m excited for the opportunity to visit again – soon. Read More +
For tool collectors, Black Friday can mean many things, like cast iron! In this photo spread we present a selection of unusual multifunction tools and their recent prices. These would make perfect stocking stuffers for the collector on your list, but be careful – it will be difficult to keep the stocking pinned to the mantle. Read More +
In 2003, the world record for an antique tool at auction was $32,900. That record has been broken several times and today the record is at $114,400. While it is not uncommon for vintage tools to sell for more than $10,000 and sometimes for much more, a lot of changes in the pricing of old tools has occurred in the last few years. Two trends seem to be leading the way among vintage tool collectors and antique tool auctions … Read More +
No artifact of the past symbolizes antiques like the spinning wheel. Once found in virtually every household, these textile tools of the past are now difficult, but not impossible to find. Read More +