A big part of my business is discussing the current antique market with potential consignors. I have to explain what is selling, and what is not selling. (more…)

Another anniversary auction rolling around….Saturday July 28 2018 in Pottageville, will mark our 22^nd year of auctions. (more…)

I am going to write about something I have written about before, but I think it is worth repeating.

Some may question why I do what I sometimes do, but hopefully this will explain it.
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A couple of things to cover. In mid-May I spent 7 days in New York City, and that was an experience!

Saw everything I wanted to see, walked about 75 miles in 7 days, but it was certainly worth it! (more…)

I’ve been in the antique/auction business for 34 years now, and 22 of those years doing strictly auctions. I am just as excited about the business now, as I was when I first started! (more…)

In March of this year, I had the pleasure of attending the Bowmanville Antique show.  The show has been running for 45 years, and this was the first time I attended. (more…)

Our Saturday April 7 2018 antique auction was a record sale for us…and I have to admit, it felt good!

There were a few factors came into play.  First and foremost, we had a nice selection of quality items. Most of the pine Canadiana furniture came from the estate of the late Tony Drew, and living estate of Stella Drew, longtime Newmarket Ont residents. (more…)

Pictured here is a 222k Singer featherlight sewing machine. We often sell the 221 for $175-$200.  A few years ago they were in the $300-$500 range, but they have dropped off in price.

So what’s the difference between the 222k and the 221?  In a nutshell, here it is. (more…)