The Ford Barn

Joe K · 08-10-2025, 07:45 AM

Epping Antique Auto Flea Market today.

There at 6:45 a.m. to about four rows of cars parked, but an active crowd.

Gentleman entering at the same time I was was smoking my father's cigar - the year about 2000 since I've smelled that. As I said to him "Cigar smoking not too often seen anymore in public - thank you for reminding me of my father."

"My apologies" he said with a smile.

As to the selection, only about four sellers had anything of Model A. Almost more Model T stuff among those.

About half the tables were parts for (what I consider) late model cars (i.e. cars of production during my lifetime) The other half was primarily "ephemera." You know these - the oil cans, 6v, 12v and 120vac "finger cutter" fans. Some grinders, air compressors, drill presses of the Harbor Freight variety. Small Hot-Wheels type cars. Plastic Models.

I didn't see my usual contacts. Honest John Bradley was not there nor the Lexington, MA gentleman (Ken.)

3-1/2 rows of active sales - but a lot of sitting. Not too many parts seen in wagons or two-wheelers. One gentleman and his son had the radiator and cover for a 28-29 car. They were seen asking about other parts from those sellers who had ANY Model A parts.

I ended up buying a plumbers "acetylene tank & torch" for $10. Mostly interested in the tank as a spare for my Oxy-Acetylene setup. The hose and torch are trash. The tank is coded (i.e. no gauge on the bottom) and "modern."

I left about 8 a.m. By this time the parking lot was about half full - perhaps 10 rows - with a lot of gaps close in from the departure of early arrivals (like me.)

I suspect the early and non-standard date for the show is affecting. The Epping show USED to be held always the last Sunday of the month. This year they announced early to "watch their website for upcoming dates." August 10 is the earliest date in a month. Plus summer (heat) tends to cut into the show.

Perhaps September & October will offer better? September 14, October 12, November 9 will be the dates.

I heard Taunton (MA) mentioned as the next "good" show. I'll have to check the Internet.

Joe K
Live Free or Duh

08-10-2025, 07:45 AM	#1
Joe K Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,610	Epping Antique Auto Flea Market Epping Antique Auto Flea Market today. There at 6:45 a.m. to about four rows of cars parked, but an active crowd. Gentleman entering at the same time I was was smoking my father's cigar - the year about 2000 since I've smelled that. As I said to him "Cigar smoking not too often seen anymore in public - thank you for reminding me of my father." "My apologies" he said with a smile. As to the selection, only about four sellers had anything of Model A. Almost more Model T stuff among those. About half the tables were parts for (what I consider) late model cars (i.e. cars of production during my lifetime) The other half was primarily "ephemera." You know these - the oil cans, 6v, 12v and 120vac "finger cutter" fans. Some grinders, air compressors, drill presses of the Harbor Freight variety. Small Hot-Wheels type cars. Plastic Models. I didn't see my usual contacts. Honest John Bradley was not there nor the Lexington, MA gentleman (Ken.) 3-1/2 rows of active sales - but a lot of sitting. Not too many parts seen in wagons or two-wheelers. One gentleman and his son had the radiator and cover for a 28-29 car. They were seen asking about other parts from those sellers who had ANY Model A parts. I ended up buying a plumbers "acetylene tank & torch" for $10. Mostly interested in the tank as a spare for my Oxy-Acetylene setup. The hose and torch are trash. The tank is coded (i.e. no gauge on the bottom) and "modern." I left about 8 a.m. By this time the parking lot was about half full - perhaps 10 rows - with a lot of gaps close in from the departure of early arrivals (like me.) I suspect the early and non-standard date for the show is affecting. The Epping show USED to be held always the last Sunday of the month. This year they announced early to "watch their website for upcoming dates." August 10 is the earliest date in a month. Plus summer (heat) tends to cut into the show. Perhaps September & October will offer better? September 14, October 12, November 9 will be the dates. I heard Taunton (MA) mentioned as the next "good" show. I'll have to check the Internet. Joe K Live Free or Duh __________________ Shudda kept the horse. Last edited by Joe K; 08-10-2025 at 07:59 AM.