The gear showcases a range of rare, early-period elements such as banded pole hounds, a forged pole cap and hammer strap, stepped circle iron, early cast skein, sawn fellows, hand-shaped wooden gear components, and through-bolt stay chains. The banded rear hounds are set atop the reach, with wooden bolster standards supported by stay braces and through-bolted bolsters. Forged double tree irons and a rounded rear shape further emphasize the authenticity of its early design.
The wagon body also displays significant early features indicative of pre-1870 craftsmanship. These include wide flat floorboards, stapled cleat pockets, an ornately forged wheel lock chain on the right side, forged wing nuts on the end gate rods, chamfered wagon box floor cleats, and forged rub irons. Notably, the end gate rods are positioned outside the end gates, and the wagon is topped off with St. Louis-style seat risers. Every aspect of this wagon exudes early-period authenticity.
Many features on the gear bear striking similarities to the Schuttler gear found on the steamship Arabia, which sank in 1856. Adding to its historical significance, this wagon is in mint condition and retains its original paint—a rarity for pieces of this era.
This wagon is a true treasure, reserved for discerning stewards who can fully appreciate and responsibly care for its historical value. We are aware of only a handful of wagons from this period that exist in such impeccable condition.
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Q&A
Question: How do you ship this vehicle to me?
Answer: We coordinate shipments of large freight items - such as our wagons, carriages, and coaches - within a network of private carriers so that your freight is safely transported to your destination without transfer. These are usually coordinated as partial loads in order to save costs, so it can take anywhere between 2 days to 2 weeks to find a ride. They will be transported in enclosed vans that vary from "U-Haul" size box vans to full 53' semi trailers. Contact us for more information and freight quotes.
Question: How do I offload this vehicle at delivery?
Answer: If you have a delivery location with a loading dock available this is your best option. However, we can also deliver to any location that a semi-trailer can access. We then recommend coordination with a towing service to use a tilt-bed wrecker truck. The vehicle can be rolled off the trailer on to the bed of the wrecker truck and it will be tilted/lowered down to the ground from there.
