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Old Time Charm: Antique Garden Tools
If you’re looking for a way to add a nostalgic touch to your backyard, patio or garden, antique garden tools are something to consider. They add simple, country style to any garden setting, and are an instant conversation piece.
The appeal of antique garden tools stems from the disposable, lower quality tools found on the market today. These are mass-produced and often feature plastics rather than wood; as such, they are considered entirely replaceable. Early colonial Americans or 18th Century Englishmen couldn’t afford the same sort of disposability, and they built their tools to last.
Antique garden tools are also considered valuable collectables. If you’re an antiques hound you’ve likely already run across them at vintage shops and antique dealers. Most common are old English and early American shears, shovels and assorted other small hand tools. If you’re looking for a larger piece, consider an antique plow or roto tiller from the early 1900’s: these are easy to find and can be converted to attractive lawn decoration or even a pot for an assortment of flowers.
Make sure when you’re shopping for antique garden tools, you get what you pay for. Just because something is old doesn’t mean it should be overly expensive or that you should tolerate poor condition. Be choosey, and avoid tools that have been touched up or repaired by modern hands, and make sure you’re careful with any sharp or rusty edges.
Imagine how charming a small little shovel or an ancient pair of garden shears would be beside your garden path. Antique garden tools are a nostalgic touch to any garden setting.
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