11/11/2025
This is the latest job that we finished. This project has taken a total of just under 2 years because of some major events that delayed the restoration significantly, but despite the odds stacked against us, we saw this job through to the end.
First and foremost, I cannot take full credit for this restoration. We contracted a Wheelwright to make us brand new wheels as well as a Wainwright to help us rebuild the chassis. Much of the metal components were beyond repair and needed to get replaced. Which, along with building traditional wagon wheels, was out of our wheelhouse. Pun intended! 😂
However, we fabricated and repaired many metal components ourselves, built numerous components of the chassis, built the barrel and base, built the steps, foot rests, seat, did the plumbing and painting and finished off the project.
Long story short, this early 1800's water wagon came to our shop in rotted, broken and rusted shambles and now, it will be able to be treasured in its restored, former glory for decades to come.
Once I get the permission from the Wheelwright and Wainwright, I will include them in this post to properly credit them for their roles.
To see this piece of historic beauty in person, visit the Clay Historical Park in Clay, NY.
