Another Time

Christmas is Coming…

will — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:56:44 +0000

I have been very errant in my Another Time postings; part of the reason is that I’ve been traveling so much, and the other part is just plain laziness. Anyway, we have some beautiful items at the shop in time for Christmas; two Hamilton milkshake makers in jadeite green, about 37 different scales, including one beautiful Dayton candy store scale from 1906 (Model 166 for you aficianados. ) It only weighs up to 16 oz., and has been totally refurbished in a deep red. Our linens and table clothes are abundant and we have some beautiful enameled cake pans. Write, tell me what you’re looking for. I’ve been getting about 10 emails a week from all over the world from people who are looking for a specific item. And, yes, we do ship all over the world. Keep those letters coming. Bill

Traveling Man

will — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 15:33:36 +0000

I’ve been a bit tardy with my blogs, but I have been traveling all over the country looking for antiques. Came back with a full 6×12 trailer’s worth, and my pickup absolutely loaded. From Texas to New Mexico, to Oregon, to Montana, to Illinois, to Pennsylvania, and Virginia to home. Have some really neat new items. Please don’t forget that this coming Saturday is the Shrimp Festival and the Blessing of our fleet. Please try to come. It’s McClellanville’s biggest event of the year. Hope to see you here.

For Sale: 2006 Vespa GT 200

will — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 01:29:41 +0000

We currently have a 2006 Vespa GT 200 for sale. It was used once by Paramount Pictures and only has 76 miles on it. In as new condition except for being dusty from the back room in our shop. Color is mint green; includes a custom cover and a European sidestand ($250 from Toronto and insisted upon by Paramount). In as new condition and was just titled in November of 2008. All paperwork is included. 75 mpg, 75 mpg. Transportation is up to buyer. $4000.

Spring is on the Way

will — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:05:44 +0000

I’ve been a bit errant with my notes, but we had a cold spell and Trudy had a pretty serious sciatica operation which is now healing nicely. Anyway, I’ve been in hibernation for a while. It was 72 degrees today in beautiful down town McClellanville, and we smell Spring in the air. The shop is loaded with inventory and the tourists are already back. If you have any needs, comments, or ideas, please write or call and let me know. Stop by if you get a chance. The local oysters are just perfect now and you’ve never tasted real shrimp until you taste McClellanville shrimp. (although out of season now.)

Rustoleum Making Fake Rust??!!!

will — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:32:31 +0000

I got the most incredible item in my Christmas stocking (I was good most of the year). Rustoleum, which we have all respected as a rust inhibitor, has now put out a product that simulates rust on iron or steel. It’s a two part process and everything you need is included in this little kit. Can you believe it? Rustoleum creating simulated rust!!! I’ll never buy their products again. Incidentally, their fake rust can easily be seen as it is a uniform brown color, much the same as some of the “rusted” items coming from the Orient. To avoid problems, deal with someone you trust. I will be glad to look at your items to help identify their validity, free of charge. Incidentally, I have found several J. Chein toys from the thirties and forties. Not cheap, but well worthwhile. Stop by.

Happy 2009 from McClellanville

will — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:23:16 +0000

The Christmas season is finally over. I hope you had as good a time as I did with my family. It was 77 degrees here in McClellanville today and our thoughts are turning to Spring. But, we all know that we first have to get through January and February. The shop was sold out of many items that we usually always have. It’s time for me to hit the road again in the old Chevy pickup.

We do have some outstanding McCoy pottery pieces left, one Hamilton Beach milkshake maker, and, as always, about 10 scales. Baby and kitchen scales are in demand now and we have several of them, along with many candy store scales. Many very neat signs from the past; some lit and with a clock mechanism, and some porcelain signs from various companies. I’ll be glad to ship anything. Drop a note or call me for any specific items you’re interested in. Whatever, try to stop by McClellanville before the developers; as I’ve said before, you’ll never quite be the same after visiting this little village. God bless America.

Christmas is Around the Corner

will — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:52:42 +0000

We have found some really neat stuff for Christmas. I bought 15 vintage scales in the last month, some really neat linens, tablecloths, etc. Of course we have A Hamilton Beach milkshake mixer. I don’t know when or if we’ll find another one. Trudy has retired and is now operating the shop fulltime. Why didn’t it look so neat and clean while I was running it? I have a nice 1953 Chevy pickup I got this weekend. Not sure if I’m going to sell or not – 23,000 original miles. Do we ship? Heck, yes. Shipping (all over the world now) is a large part of our business. Write or call. We have some really neat antique items for Christmas.

Scams, spams, and General Thieves

will — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:45:16 +0000

During my summer travels this summer, I have found (or they found me) about 12 different dishonest ways to separate me from my money. There is the old “Senegal deal,” the incredibly low prices, the chance to make big money in a month, etc., etc. Please, the old saying still remains true as ever: “If it looks tot good to be true, it probably is. I would be glad to help anyone who has a question on this matter. Just received my certificate as a licensed appraise for the Southeastern Appraisers Society. That will keep me busy for a while. It’s September and hurricane season here. I hope they stay away. Come visit us.

Another Time Updates

will — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:20:08 +0000

I would like to welcome a new customer from Zimbabwe; I never thought we’d reach out that far.

For Leon in Ruidoso (NM), and anyone else, if any of your friends are interested, I managed last week to obtain two more Hamilton Beach mixers; they are both as near to mint as is possible for a 50-60 year old appliance, and they’re both jadeite (mint green) in color.

We’re a little low on scales right now as a production company (top secret!) has rented nearly all our scales. However, we’ll get them back in August. We’ve gotten a lot of new stuff in that hasn’t been inventoried yet – if you’re up our way, stop and take a look, or just sit on the front rockers and chew the fat. It’s too hot now; time for a siesta.

Diecast Vehicles and Table Linens

will — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:42:19 +0000

I have never spoken much about it, but we have a large selection of diecast vehicles, from Dale Earnhart’s Indian by Franklin Mint, to some really neat Corgi and First Gear wreckers. If you like to talk full-size vintage American (or foreign) cars, I’ll wear your ear out. Just love them. For the ladies, Trudy has just found some very neat old table cloths and table linens. Come look; you sure don’t have to buy anything, but we’ve got two porches to sit on and shoot the breeze.