26 Ate Today? Thank a Farmer. Better Farming | December 2023 Wooden wheelbarrows These precursors to our modern wheelbarrows and other motorized tools are celebrated for their craftsmanship. Made from robust hardwood, wooden wheelbarrows were once integral to farm chores. Why they’re coveted: Collectors enjoy these wheelbarrows as they represent the resiliency of the artisan’s design and call them back to simpler times. Where to find: Estate sales and auctions, antiques stores, and flea markets. Vintage implements Before today’s modern machines arrived, farming implements looked different, and some were powered and pulled by hard-working animals like horses and oxen. Why they’re coveted: Collectors look to these implements of the past and see that farming has always been about innovating. Implements like ploughs are sought-after for display and for competition in local plowing matches. These matches celebrate both animal- drawn and tractor-drawn ploughs. Some collectors still seek out the Massey-Harris No. 2 Reaper. This horse-drawn machine was an innovative precursor to modern harvesters. Made with wooden wheels and a cutting blade, this piece shifted grain harvesting from manual to mechanical. Where to find: Antique or equipment auctions, equipment shows, or classified listings. Hand-cranked grain mills Before the industrial mills of today, we relied on people-power to turn grain into flour. Mostly made from wood and iron, these hand-cranked grain mills were essential in many households. Why they’re coveted: These grain mills are a testament to how much grain production has evolved over the years. Whether it’s a statement piece in your home or an active part of your kitchen, it’s a memory of simpler times. Where to find: Antique kitchenware shops, rural estate sales, or auctions. More on finding collectibles “There are all kinds of ways to find antiques,” Heaslip says. “You can go to nostalgia shows like the ones in Woodstock or Ancaster, or flea markets.” Joining a community of enthusiasts is also highly recommended. “It’s nice to meet people. They’re helpful, friendly, and honest – that’s generally how it goes. “If they know you’re a collector and they’re a collector, you’ve got a common ground.” Auctions are another option for people looking to find collectables. Today, you can visit different auction websites to bid on antiques worldwide. “Someone up the road got a John Deere D out of Alberta,” Heaslip says. “It’s expanding all the time.” BF Farm antiques brandt.ca 1-888-227-2638 EVERY DAY HERO. On the farm, the job list never ends. But, John Deere compact equipment is ready to take on every task you throw at it. More Productive Every farm needs a workhorse, and these machines are built to tackle all your tasks all year long. More Versatile Get more out of your machines with Hard To The Core Brandt attachments like buckets and bale spears. More Uptime Brandt keeps you working when the competition can’t with expert support any time you need us.
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