Vintage Horticultural and Garden Machinery Club | stevewoollas | Activity https://vhgmc.co.uk/members/stevewoollas/activity/ Activity feed for stevewoollas. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:54:25 +0100 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 795d39523fccc84d12d5fef1abaeac50 stevewoollas replied to the topic Whitman & Barnes 'Diamond' Double Wheel Cultivator in the forum Garden implements https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/whitman-barnes-diamond-double-wheel-cultivator/#post-37765 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:55:48 +0100 Pictures of what I believe is my Whitman and Barnes push hoe.
It is very much as I bought it some 15 years ago and requires a really good polish up in order to look like yours.
Do you have any knowledge of age Clive?

]]> 6d2cbfa65a7815b4b8ed6afcfa1db9dc stevewoollas replied to the topic Whitman & Barnes 'Diamond' Double Wheel Cultivator in the forum Garden implements https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/whitman-barnes-diamond-double-wheel-cultivator/#post-37765 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:55:48 +0100 Pictures of what I believe is my Whitman and Barnes push hoe.
Do you have any knowledge of age Clive?

]]> 1bb43401d5281dfef0f5f4767bdeec9b stevewoollas replied to the topic Whitman & Barnes 'Diamond' Double Wheel Cultivator in the forum Garden implements https://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/whitman-barnes-diamond-double-wheel-cultivator/#post-37725 Sat, 21 Aug 2021 21:59:14 +0100 Hello Clive, I am really interested to see this post as I am pretty certain it is the same as one in my shed. When I bought it I was told it was French, (although the person said that about several items in his collection), but obviously not as your research has come up with Whitman Barnes. Will take photo and post on here to compare. Regards–Steve

]]> 591ce7746a1593dd7501a2a3e2beb825 stevewoollas replied to the topic Fairlawn Spreader in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/fairlawn-spreader/#post-32180 Tue, 08 Oct 2019 22:20:23 +0100 We have one of these in our collection and although I was unable to find any info on it I had worked out it should fit on a wheelbarrow.
It had to fit the wheelbarrow as I proved it would not fit onto the bike !!
I have only seen one other so this one makes three now.
Charlies extra information makes interesting reading–thanks.

]]> 78330f110a06491ca790a71a2da29127 stevewoollas replied to the topic Identify in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/identify/#post-30698 Sat, 16 Mar 2019 20:45:22 +0000 As Alan states it is a Pulvo. They were also produced with a flat roller instead of the serrated tine wheel.

]]> 0948fed1f6a46353b18cbd9a03adba72 stevewoollas replied to the topic Malvern 2019 Vintage Show Photos in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/malvern-2019-vintage-show-photos/#post-30615 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 19:55:20 +0000 It’s very difficult to visualise what happened to the little brown book; Bookknapping is a good theory but I think possibly the Bookworm got it. Bookworm is cousin to Woodworm. You know, the little worm that eats Planet handles when you are not looking. There was a lot of munching going on at the Club stand and it wasn’t all pork pie, although…[Read more]

]]> 7b254b4ab644c139a4190dd03af04af4 stevewoollas replied to the topic Ransome MG ITW or not in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/ransome-mg-itw-or-not/#post-27120 Tue, 14 Nov 2017 07:37:53 +0000 I believe I have seen a picture of this crawler before, possibly on an internet sale site. The rear, smaller, wheels appear to be BMC Mini and I know of another “ITW” that is converted using Mini wheels. I presume the larger front wheels would reduce the tendancy for the front of the tractor to lift when pushing into a pile when loading. Never the…[Read more]

]]> cb05d1b2efff88fd946f74aca93666f2 stevewoollas replied to the topic What is it? in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/what-is-it-3/#post-26441 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 18:14:40 +0100 This would appear to be a daisy grubber and I remember seeing one once before at an event somewhere. If I remember correctly the spring mechanism allows greater, (to a degree), purchase when levering.
I like the idea of shooting weeds into the neighbours garden, no doubt in the dead of night, — a brand new way of annoying the neighbours without…[Read more]

]]> ba3cb9bfe042b56224cbeab4b508558e stevewoollas replied to the topic Atco Tractor in the forum Pedestrian operated machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/atco-tractor/#post-26378 Tue, 29 Aug 2017 14:18:23 +0100 Hopefully this tractor will be saved by its new owner.
Until recently only one of these was known to the club, then a second one appeared and know a third, still rare though. It was a pleasure to see two together at Newby Hall this year.
We have a number of items in our collection where I have never seen or heard of another but eventually a second…[Read more]

]]> f7ac51d5e6b8e91f97a922ec363413bf stevewoollas replied to the topic My Best Birthday Present (ever!) in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/my-best-birthday-present-ever/#post-26373 Tue, 29 Aug 2017 06:52:37 +0100 Congratulations Geoff. Very kind of the good Lady Ravenhall to treat you so kindly.
By comparison all I got for my birthday was a bottle of Tizer and an electric bill to pay!
I would go with the oily rag resto and safety check and then you can use the roller whilst a full assessment into a factory finish restoration is considered, however,…[Read more]

]]> 3afe17a4c8aaa0e0bc727310e1e7f10c stevewoollas replied to the topic Robert Boby, Rowtrac drawings. in the forum Pedestrian operated machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/robert-boby-rowtrac-drawings/#post-26140 Thu, 03 Aug 2017 06:32:22 +0100 Hello Charlie,
I presume this is the same Robert Boby company who produced the little single wheeled drill that I know a number of members have in their collections. If so, they were based at Bury St Edmumds. Their drill is very similar to a model produced by Gower, Market Drayton. Boby’s produced quite a range of agricultural related equipment…[Read more]

]]> 84b240de10e95e543cdb244362484ebe stevewoollas replied to the topic Weeley in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/weeley/#post-26085 Sat, 29 Jul 2017 22:16:15 +0100 Charlie, We don’t think you can get out of it now. All visitors to Weeley will have to see that rare as hens teeth, abundant as rocking horse droppings, secure as the Bank of England leather folding sleeve generally purporting to be your wallet. Rare?, Yes, many believed this to be as extinct as the Dodo but I am assured it is known to manifest…[Read more]

]]> defec4b7b59416e9d997e0abb00c7e5a stevewoollas replied to the topic Engine identification please in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/engine-identification-please/#post-26013 Mon, 24 Jul 2017 08:43:06 +0100 Hello Charlie,
I understand The Emery was produced in Halesowen, West Midlands and I worked for many years for a company based there. Despite numerous attempts I could not discover anything about this company or find anyone who knew of them.
Regards–Steve

]]> d8baea84b1246938a74c4f0c061f7373 stevewoollas replied to the topic Vintage Hoe. Identification required. in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/vintage-hoe-identification-required/#post-26012 Mon, 24 Jul 2017 08:34:58 +0100 Hello, This is an early version of a Horace Fuller made at the Feedex Works, Horsham, Sussex. For this to be Granmothers Grandads, that may be pushing it a bit (no pun) but it is earlier than the popular one from the 1950s. I suspect this could be early post second world war ie mid to late 1940s but I am not sure when Fullers started production.…[Read more]

]]> adcd7668a870248a005f62d0b9013f93 stevewoollas replied to the topic Farmers Boy in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/farmers-boy-2/#post-25702 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 12:56:19 +0100 From machines I have seen on the rally field I think the only thing missing is the belt. The vee belt fits in a twisted foremat rather like a 90 degree figure of eight (if that makes sense)–Steve

]]> f5fcb0d8d45d02dd465f5ecc732c3f2a stevewoollas replied to the topic Compulsory motor vehicle insurance, proposed changes. in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/compulsory-motor-vehicle-insurance-proposed-changes/#post-24989 Thu, 20 Apr 2017 17:49:50 +0100 This is potentially an interesting development which may or may not impact upon insurance regulations in the UK. The case is question appears to be (as Geoff points out) based around a situation where there appears to be a lack of suitable employer liability insurance, RTA cover for the vehicle involved or a level of public third party liability.…[Read more]

]]> cadc92355677761dacc185afa2d627d9 stevewoollas replied to the topic Mystery SIMAR in the forum Pedestrian operated machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mystery-simar/#post-24425 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 10:25:41 +0000 I think a machine as old and as rare as this even in its dilapidated condition with a light clean up would make a display piece in its own right, particularly at a Simar themed event. Its good that you are going to try and recover it.–Steve.

]]> 515dbfc50da4fa363145b4727b59956d stevewoollas replied to the topic Tractor World, Malvern in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/tractor-world-malvern/#post-24413 Wed, 15 Feb 2017 17:47:57 +0000 Charlie, So he’s playing that old trick again!
I’ve witnessed Chair buying members breakfast at Tractor World and thought to myself “What a benevolent Chair. He really appreciates his fellow members.”
Then I noticed each breakfast came complete with electorial propaganda; a ‘Vote Geoff for Chair’ leaflet which had to be signed very quickly by the…[Read more]

]]> b64590b8be413422f0525407da3f7781 stevewoollas replied to the topic Tractor World, Malvern in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/tractor-world-malvern/#post-24398 Tue, 14 Feb 2017 17:18:13 +0000 Hello All,
I will be there all being well with, not only some painted rust which is coming out for its first time, but also the club shop which is rather well stocked so come and choose your desired items.
Also looking forward to seeing the proof of Chairs Trusty book.
Its going to be a very full weekend– set up on arrival, breakfast, view…[Read more]

]]> eb3f765a5c947659d9c84ca5ef52b025 stevewoollas replied to the topic new buys for my collection in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-buys-for-my-collection/#post-23229 Sat, 26 Nov 2016 18:25:20 +0000 Ivan–Some nice items. The power edge trimmer looks very original. Only last night you were telling me the garage and sheds were too full!!! Just goes to show, always room for another.–Steve

]]> bac9297b0cfea64da7d3a8802175ed91 stevewoollas replied to the topic biddenden tractorfest 2016 in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/biddenden-tractorfest-2016/page/2/#post-22084 Tue, 23 Aug 2016 10:41:05 +0100 Hello, Looks as if you all had a really great time. I particularly like the display with the push hoes, wooden wheelbarrow and boxes of produce etc, that really adds another dimension to the line up.
Thanks Geoff for the pic of the Rover P6 Estate, a rare version of this model as historically Rover did not produce estates or allow chassis/bodies…[Read more]

]]> b2201d0b6b612c56bb1332b14e3117e8 stevewoollas replied to the topic Anyone know what this is a hoe of sorts in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/anyone-know-what-this-is-a-hoe-of-sorts/#post-21192 Wed, 15 Jun 2016 11:45:50 +0100 Hello Sam,
It may be the usual usage for this hoe is not hoeing but being shuffled backwards and forwards to create a fine seed bed prior to sowing. The serated bar could be an addition an appears to rotate to a degree. With the teeth turned downwards into the soil the hoe could be drawn along to create the drill in the seed bed.–Steve

]]> 044ea93bff9a48e1ca03e4586ffb5ac4 stevewoollas replied to the topic True temper Kelly Perfect weed cutter in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/true-temper-kelly-perfect-weed-cutter/#post-20563 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 17:45:31 +0100 Sam, Thats a slightly different form of slasher. Good to see the makers name intact. Mind your shins–Steve

]]> 6952b4b20280292a79b39d36ec7e931e stevewoollas replied to the topic WESTO? in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/westo/#post-18971 Wed, 10 Feb 2016 16:46:40 +0000 An interesting development in the Jalo story.
I notice the Westo is available from Westbourne Garden Centre and that although the address is in the Bournemouth area quite different to the advertised addresses for the Jalo company.
I suspect this is a form of platform manufacturing or OEM branding, a practice which still occurs today. This is where…[Read more]

]]> bf069bf0da3d5b14d2b55d5fe6ca2472 stevewoollas replied to the topic New Mystery Object for Christmas in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-mystery-object-for-christmas/#post-15695 Fri, 08 Jan 2016 13:46:55 +0000 Although it is a little difficult to gauge the size from an item from a photograph this item appears very similar to something I have just seen in the depths of the shed which is the mounting bracket for a Trusty belt pulley wheel.
“Vote Geoff for Chair”`

]]> 7d6d01a275b526d49277413a12f0a1fe stevewoollas replied to the topic New Mystery Object for Christmas in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-mystery-object-for-christmas/#post-15671 Mon, 04 Jan 2016 12:55:40 +0000 Don’t you worry about Fenland Dawn, Eve, Gail or any of the Chairmans other favourite members of the Fenland Ladies Guild. They are all well and hibernating until spring although very disappointed none of them received a return Christmas card from Chair, but then again, did you? No, he seems very mean on the Christmas front.
It’s good in his post…[Read more]

]]> c62f0fb2d7b3b19ed77a2598c4c32cd7 stevewoollas replied to the topic Countdown to Newark in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/countdown-to-newark/#post-14994 Sat, 24 Oct 2015 18:20:27 +0100 We are busy sorting out tools for the VHGMC display area. This year will involve a specific theme involving mainly tools which have not been displayed at Tractor Newark before, in fact most of them have not seen daylight in the last six years so much time is currently being spent dusting them off. Hope the themed idea works.
Also Newark will be…[Read more]

]]> 8fb9b58c8d838ff9d9eb903882fcf6c4 stevewoollas replied to the topic New Mystery Object in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-mystery-object/#post-14444 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 19:41:33 +0100 I’ve got it.
I’ve seen these when visiting Ravenhall. They belong to a suit of armour which stands in the Great Hall in the baronial mansion. These sections make up the shin protectors and fit over the elbow joints and knee joints to provide total protection when running away waving ones arms in despair.
It all comes back to me now, our Chair dons…[Read more]

]]> e13cf1ca8616b8b91b0bb01124d2d1ae stevewoollas replied to the topic Insurance in the forum Ride-on machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/insurance-2/#post-14236 Fri, 28 Aug 2015 16:36:33 +0100 The VHGMC policy is provided by the NFU who will also provide RTA insurance for your Ransomes. Try contacting David Shove on 01695 51177 for a quotation.

]]> 1d18cc604fb674aca539d984aebcaa2c stevewoollas replied to the topic Throttle lever for Allen Scythe in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/throttle-lever-for-allen-scythe/#post-14100 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 19:43:44 +0100 Hello Bob,
If you try the Villiers Parts or Villiers Spares or Meetens websites you should find one.
Good luck–Steve

]]> 5e7b3ea0ba1fdccc29106afaf1ceb2ec stevewoollas replied to the topic colwood power barrow in the forum Pedestrian operated machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/colwood-power-barrow/#post-14096 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 19:39:07 +0100 Hello Pete,
It was me who spoke with you just after you bought the Colwood Powerbarrow on Saturday and i’m glad you found the VHGMC website and Forum. Hope fully it will prove useful to you.
My grandson, Drewboy, took three pictures of the Colwood so hopefully you don’t mind me adding them on here.
Good luck with your restoration–Steve

]]> d0f6da94ae4cd88872a1b723e21c601d stevewoollas replied to the topic colwood power barrow in the forum Pedestrian operated machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/colwood-power-barrow/#post-14084 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 07:43:58 +0100 I have some pictures of this machine which I will upload tonight

]]> 93ef1a47ec16fce40d4d0b38e2d9a100 stevewoollas replied to the topic My New Transport in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/my-new-transport/#post-13842 Mon, 20 Jul 2015 20:59:25 +0100 Hello Pete, What a super truck to carry vintage horticultural tractors on. Commer PB pick ups are rare now and I couldn’t tell you the last time I saw one in the flesh. Most PB pick ups had fixed pressed steel half sides which held water quite well until the truck floor rotted away. Your dropsider is the builders body specifically designed for…[Read more]

]]> 87ff957c7530cf405ad61225f7b78795 stevewoollas replied to the topic Jalo collection display in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/jalo-collection-display/#post-13430 Sat, 13 Jun 2015 15:54:19 +0100 Ivan, You will have to sign up quite a few agency drivers to bring all these Jalos around the ring at Holbeach–Steve

]]> 91baa7d547209503ea67cb94545b528c stevewoollas replied to the topic Lost Merry Tillers in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/lost-merry-tillers/#post-13418 Fri, 12 Jun 2015 15:12:06 +0100 Good news Alan. I’m very pleased to learn of your result.
Keep on Cultivating--Steve.

]]> 3e71d9b87de8915f7d33b115700ca5e2 stevewoollas replied to the topic Jalo collection display in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/jalo-collection-display/#post-12845 Sat, 02 May 2015 19:02:15 +0100 Looks great Ivan. See you on Monday–Steve

]]> eea94f62a9896176774eea58f0cd160a stevewoollas replied to the topic Newly acquired Trusty with digger(?) plough in the forum Pedestrian operated machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/newly-acquired-trusty-with-digger-ploung/#post-12721 Fri, 24 Apr 2015 11:23:49 +0100 The point for the Greyhound plough, which yours appears to be looking at the photo, is identical to that of the Ferguson plough, (not MF). You may be able to obtain one from Westlake Plough Spares at Peterborough or Old Twenty Parts, Derbys..

]]> 679444ffc7c492a55c2b7d39a2692a6e stevewoollas replied to the topic New Club Shop in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-club-shop/#post-12603 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 20:24:47 +0100 Listen Members, Chair is at it again posting all these pictures of the Three Wise Men is just a ruse to deflect attention away from his real activities.
I’ve only just recovered from Sunday when he had me and Old Hercules pulling the old cart around the posh area of Redditch where he promised rich pickings. Riding on the cart alongside me shouting…[Read more]

]]> e428c1e511681e51f03e8bf4a35a5408 stevewoollas replied to the topic unknown push hoe in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/unknown-push-hoe/#post-12567 Sun, 12 Apr 2015 17:12:42 +0100 Sorry Steve but I cannot help with a date on this other than the majority of British Companies producing push hoes did so in the post war years when following the end of the war a lot of factories had little work and were very inventive in terms of simple fabrication.
The American Planet Jnr is the big exception dating back to the late 1800’s…[Read more]

]]> ed55536def7f38be749fd3de7a69c9ad stevewoollas replied to the topic New Club Shop in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-club-shop/#post-12566 Sun, 12 Apr 2015 17:01:50 +0100 These photos make it look like the Robbin’ One has some brothers

]]> 0a6c1c37386b165f75f68b1c61ce9559 stevewoollas replied to the topic New Club Shop in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/new-club-shop/#post-12521 Fri, 10 Apr 2015 15:39:35 +0100 You’re right Chair, it’s all there!
The club shop on the website, its what everyone’s been asking for so lets see those enquiries rolling in. All that green clothing, we could parade our machines round the ring like the horticultural versions of Robin Hood and Maid Marion.

]]> f30238614e7cd6a30493233dab6941da stevewoollas replied to the topic Newly acquired Trusty with digger(?) plough in the forum Pedestrian operated machines http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/newly-acquired-trusty-with-digger-ploung/#post-12428 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 19:09:19 +0100 Your engine should slightly over-rev when ticking over with revs lifting slightly as the governor moves. When engaging drive turn throttle inwards, anticlockwise, to its stop which should produce a slow tickover, reducing revs and ensuring the centrifugal clutch disengages and the transmission cross shaft stops rotating. Drive will then engage…[Read more]

]]> 954bb396ae3feb1f3aeb8a07b68044cd stevewoollas replied to the topic unknown push hoe in the forum Help and information http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/unknown-push-hoe/#post-12396 Sat, 04 Apr 2015 10:01:03 +0100 Hello Steve,
It is possible your push hoe was manufactured by Burlinghams of Evesham, Worcestershire.
I have seen these occasionally over the years on ebay usually as hoes but sometimes in cultivator format with a Burlingham plate attached. This is not a foregone conclusion that they were the manufacturer as they were also dealers/agents for a…[Read more]

]]> a00caa842c5fe7529599a9d92cc525f9 stevewoollas replied to the topic When is a Land Rover not a Land Rover? in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/when-is-a-land-rover-not-a-land-rover/#post-11897 Sat, 28 Feb 2015 19:47:07 +0000 This must be seventh heaven for Charlie.
“Moore Landrover Charlie?”

]]> e362c5e128141c05c512a1c914551052 stevewoollas replied to the topic Smith's Aero Seed Fiddle in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/smiths-aero-seed-fiddle/#post-11723 Tue, 17 Feb 2015 14:38:04 +0000 Hello Geoff,
Here to try and assist are some pictures of our bow for the Aero Fiddle Drill.
Handle is very similar to that of a good quality file handle and is 7″ long.
The bobbin at the extant end is c2″ long.
The bow itself is dowel c30″ long x 3/8″ diameter.
The cord is basically a square cut boot lace.

Now, with regard to fiddles, we are all…[Read more]

]]> acc8a3dddd805b304316e7ac5679e608 stevewoollas replied to the topic MYSTERY FORK in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mystery-fork/#post-11722 Tue, 17 Feb 2015 14:15:20 +0000 Thanks for the responses all.
I don’t think it is designed as a potato fork as the tines are too close together and soil would not readily fall between them.
The flat tops to the “O” rings definately lend themselves to have a foot pressed upon them. They are also suitable for prying or levering.
The tines are very close together as those of an eel…[Read more]

]]> 1d3501205d2a7c66eedd1f38643a08c3 stevewoollas started the topic MYSTERY FORK in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/mystery-fork/ Wed, 04 Feb 2015 20:32:53 +0000 We saw this fork recently and had not seen one like it before so temptation got the upper hand and we bought it. The handle has been shortened and presumably the original was a long straight shaft or a shaft with a D or T shaped end. The tines are perfectly flat, 9″ long and 9″ wide overall. Each tine is machined to a point. The two oval rings are…[Read more]

]]> ac80897b57fd62cac40c9f66c255d20b stevewoollas replied to the topic Anyone heard of HORTAG Bulldog? in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/anyone-heard-of-hortag-bulldog/#post-11315 Sun, 04 Jan 2015 15:07:03 +0000 Hello Charlie,
Not heard of the Hortag Bulldog but interesting to see particularly with the difficulties Howard had with Lanz over the name Bulldog.
We have a Hortag mechanical spade which is very similar to the Terex mechanical spade in our collection. As with Terex, Hortag also produced a fork version.–Steve

]]> 235f6742a42379419cde4f5f96e69a6d stevewoollas replied to the topic old sprinkler in the forum Garden implements http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/old-sprinkler/#post-11139 Sun, 21 Dec 2014 16:39:40 +0000 We have one of these in our collection. On ours the writing on the red section reads:
BRITISH OVERHEAD IRRIGATION CO. MADE IN ENGLAND.
On the circular end of the blue/green section wording as follows:
RAINFAN. BRITISH OVERHEAD IRRIGATION LTD. SHEPPERTON, MIDDLESEX.
APPOINTMENT TO QUEEN ELIZABETH II. MANUFACTURERS OF IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT

Other…[Read more]

]]> 5bacb785b0b57caa6e7c5ed10e329231 stevewoollas replied to the topic latest item home to add to my collection in the forum General talk and discussion http://vhgmc.co.uk/forums/topic/latest-item-home-to-add-to-my-collection/#post-11062 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 15:04:22 +0000 WOW!….You really know how to find them. A Ransome Flea Beetle Duster and a Planet seeder. Well done Ivan.

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