Why is it that men have a strange affinity for old things?  Many guys are enamored by arrowheads, rusty wall-hangers, and even old tools.  An anvil from the 1800s, pocket watches from the 1940s, a shoebox Chevy from the 1950s, football cards from the 1970s, a Fender Stratocaster from the 1980s, and bar mirrors from the 1990s.  These are just a few of the items that we have auctioned off in the past.

Much to the chagrin of wives and girlfriends everywhere, this phenomenon doesn’t seem to be coming to an end anytime soon.  Despite the fact that they don’t really need it, men everywhere are still seeking classic cars, vintage American-made tools and knives, signs, and baseball cards of their childhood heroes.

I contend that the reason for this phenomenon is simply nostalgia.  Perhaps it’s a reminder of a simpler time.  A reminder of a father or grandfather.  Perhaps it’s the hope that similar relics will yield a similar life that a respected man enjoyed.  Or maybe the stuff is just cool!

All this talk of men… The same emotions and rationalizations are evident with ladies, too.  Most of the time, with just different items, but many times exactly the same!  I think it’s part of human nature.

What interesting old treasures do you cherish?