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Adjustments, The backstory on My Shaw N5

May 14, 2024May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

Recently, I proclaimed to a couple of tractor friends, "I may be too stupid to own antique tractors." There may be truth to that statement, but I'm willing to take measures to be smarter. I'm fortunate to have the right people in my inner circle. If not for them, my venture in owning certain tractors … Continue reading Adjustments, The backstory on My Shaw N5

Stanley Wilbur Shaw 100 Amazing Years

March 26, 2024May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

There is a little town in  southeast KS that was founded in 1871. Oklahoma wasn’t even a state yet. The era of gun toting outlaws and native Americans still were at large. Kansas was mostly roving prairie,maybe a little wheat. Galesburg was a young town on a vast land. Stanley Wilbur Shaw was born on … Continue reading Stanley Wilbur Shaw 100 Amazing Years

How Far Are You Willing to Go?

March 24, 2024May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

I have been approached recently on my insights on tractor values. I won't claim to be an expert on the topic, but I do have some advice. Maybe that and an added two cents probably wouldn't buy anything. None the less, here is my story. I started collecting Shaw Du-alls a few years ago. I … Continue reading How Far Are You Willing to Go?

The R8 “Barn Find” Reveal

February 18, 2024May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

Let just start with a video I filmed in Doug's shop. Looks pretty sharp! I don't claim any credit on how the tractor turned out standing tall. That's on Doug Edwards of Edwards Tractor Restoration. Doug is a very experienced painter. He has been practicing his trade for many years. He painted heavy equipment for … Continue reading The R8 “Barn Find” Reveal

The “Barn Find”

January 25, 2024May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

Pronounce me crazy, I'll own it. If I'm shopping on Facebook Marketplace, you'll never hear me complain "I wish that was closer." I've traveled to, OH, TN. MO, and even MI during the winter.  Enduring lake affect snow should demonstrate my determination. If I want a tractor I WILL go get it! Last spring, I … Continue reading The “Barn Find”

The New Additions

November 26, 2023May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

I haven't been really active this year among the tractor crowd. I only participated in one show. Interest in my  Harley won more attention. That doesn't mean I haven't clandestinely been on the hunt for interesting new tractors for purchase. I've actually acquired four tractors. I've been somewhat secretive, but I have hinted I've been … Continue reading The New Additions

The One and Only Model

November 5, 2023May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

Photography by Jessica Basford Jerry Rawlings is the type of fellow that is quite capable of building a tractor that suits him. He can invision and create just about anything Jerry Rawlings on his head turning Rawlings tractor Proof can be discovered of that fact anywhere around central IL. Jerry has proudly displayed his creation … Continue reading The One and Only Model

Purely Speculation

December 3, 2022May 4, 2026 ~ Rick ~ Leave a comment

Last summer I added a nice Cub to my collection. The sweet little machine didn't stay in my possession long though. A former owner realized his mistake, in letting the tractor get away. He managed to negotiate a deal, to get it back. I'm not going to reveal who owns the Cub, to protect his … Continue reading Purely Speculation

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