There are many ways to build a great collection and in many cases, it takes years of dedication to build them but has many benefits along the way.Those who are experienced will know this and will have built up contacts and friendships along the way to help them, they will also seek out new avenues and explore new territories in their quest.There … [Read more...] about 10 Tips in Building a Good Antique Tool Collection
The David Russell Antique tool Collection
Whilst I never got to meet David Russell personally due to being outside the normal selling channels, it is clear David was passionate about the historical importance and recording it for future collectors to aspire to. I have heard many stories about the auctions he attended and his determination to win 'wanted' antique tools, paying top prices in … [Read more...] about The David Russell Antique tool Collection
Antique Norris No: 28 Gunmetal Chariot Plane – Lot No: 1
The very first lot in our first auction will be a Norris No: 28 Gunmetal chariot plane in fantastic original condition with much of its original lacquer to the wedge, long original iron, and has all parts numbered. Rarely do little gems like this come onto the market, there are so few of these about in any condition let alone like this one. This … [Read more...] about Antique Norris No: 28 Gunmetal Chariot Plane – Lot No: 1
Members Forum Now Active
This is old News and relates to the first stage of development, we have upgraded and added a new and improved bidding system and some old content will have less relevance. We have now installed the member's forum ready for use and have been upgraded with new easier-to-use editors to use when creating responses and new topics.It's all very early … [Read more...] about Members Forum Now Active
What’s the members bit all about?
Hi again, it's been a mind-blowing time bringing together the website over the past few weeks. So many aspects to consider and settings to add and test it's ridiculous but I can confirm it's getting there. Ironically not much of it can be seen from the front end but it's complicated integrating different functions to works seamlessly from the front … [Read more...] about What’s the members bit all about?
Clarifying what we are not.
I'm a member of Taths and can attest this is a very interesting group that its members meet up and discuss many aspects around the subject of antique tools. It has its merits and the people there are very nice people and well worth meeting if you get a chance to do so. I want to make it clear we are not building another version of what is already … [Read more...] about Clarifying what we are not.
Update August 2020
This is old News and relates to the first stage of development, we have upgraded and added a new and improved bidding system and some old content will have less relevance. At this time behind the scenes, we are still adding features to this website. It's great having big ideas but making them work seamlessly together is a much bigger task, however, … [Read more...] about Update August 2020
Watching The Antique Tools Website Develop
Whilst we develop this website it will give new users a chance to watch how the website features grow. There will be tests and changes as we progress so those following it will get a better understanding of what is on offer and how it can help collectors new and old.In our blog, we will highlight important features added and eventually, we will … [Read more...] about Watching The Antique Tools Website Develop
When will we Start our Antique Tool Auctions?
We all know this is not the right time to launch due to the Coronavirus Pandemic but we can plan and start the conversation and look to build new contacts for the future. We will be adding more to the website throughout the year and hope you like what we are trying to do for tool collectors and sellers alike.I guess realistically the auctions will … [Read more...] about When will we Start our Antique Tool Auctions?
Antique Tools Tribute To Tony Murland
Many of Tony's past customers will remember this website for being the focal point of Tony's tool auction business where he held two auctions per year, usually around early March and & September. Tony has been a friend of the family for many years whereby he often met my father to discuss and deal over what I once considered just old tools but … [Read more...] about Antique Tools Tribute To Tony Murland