Stanley Wilbur Shaw must have had a vision to create garden tractors. When conversion tractors were being designed, his ideas produced a smaller unit. His reasoning was a smaller turning radius. Why did he see a need? He was in the wide open spaces of Kansas. Ohio collector Jeff Shaw recently added an interesting artifact … Continue reading Kansas Innovation
I've had insightful conversations about the future of antique tractors over the past year. People that I've conversed with have voiced concern regarding the well-being of tractor collecting. Is there any cause for concern? Maybe the correct answer would be yes and no. Tractor events draw all ages. The concerning age would be the younger … Continue reading The Future of Ag Heritage
The Sangamon County Farm Bureau added a new display in their Hayloft Building during the 2026 County Fair. The Bureau mailed a plea flyer with their early registration for the annual Russell Minor tractor drive. Five area collectors answered their request. The result was a very nice antique agriculture display. The display doesn't only consist … Continue reading Fun at the Fair
A good friend called me late Saturday afternoon. I noted that during our conversation, he sounded a little shook up. He revealed a tragic event occurred during a tractor drive he had taken part in. One driver didn't make it home. It's a harsh reality to consider that celebrating antique agriculture can end in a … Continue reading Invite Safety on Your Tractor
Jacob Brackemeyer, purchase a brand new Farmall Super C, in 1955. Obendorf Implement, located in Prophetstown, IL sold the tractor as a 1955 model, although it actually left the factory in 1953. The Delivery report documenting the transaction still exists. In fact, much of the original paperwork is still in the Brackemeyer family's procession today. … Continue reading Family Bought, Three Times
For the past five years, Argenta,, IL has hosted Farming in the Fifties. The small town, just east of Decatur, rallies together to honor antique agriculture. Tractors line the streets for the event. According to show coordinator Marty Bayless, the first year had an event tally of 40 tractors Marty shared that the normal average … Continue reading Argenta Celebrates Ag Heritage
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
I need to share some back story as to why I'm writing this article. I follow a YouTube channel Farmall Fanatic for obvious reasons. I'm pretty sure the channel host and I would be great friends. One of his more recent videos had him calling out another content creator on YouTube Whistlindiesel. I don't encourage … Continue reading Is This Really What Society Has Come Too?
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