Thanks for sharing, I agree that it likely was a stretch of the family budget to give such a gift to a young man in that era. It must have meant a lot to the brother as well. Makes me think what gift have I ever given my boys that might be still around a century from now ?
Thanks, my mental imagery of NY in the 1920's is from the first Godfather movie. It would have been a deluxe Christmas present for the young lad. I can imagine the family on Xmas morning as he opened up his present and steamed it for the first time. I'm amazed that 100 years later I know some of the story behind this engine.
That's amazing Jim. I reckon it's a Weeden 339. Always interesting to know the history of an engine, even if it's a little sad like this one. Thanks for sharing the story. Cheers, Alan.
What an incredible video. I have always wondered what stories some of these engines could tell us. It is remarkable that this one showed you. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Thank you for this video. A sad story. But the story of this engine has been told. That is a good thing. We usually buy these machines from sellers who have them themselves from somewhere and just resell them. Everything remains anonymous. Here we have a story, albeit a sad one.
Thanks Juergen, it does truly amaze me to think of this engine being unwrapped on a Christmas morning around a Century ago. All our old engines must have stories that unfortunately we will never know. I'm honored to know some of this ones.
The upside-down stamping on the base has been found on another example that I found on the internet. The person that posted it didn't know the model number. Thanks for sharing this nice video!
I inherited a Weeden #10 from my father in-law who recently passed away at 90 years old. Unfortunately it's missing the part with the little black handle, the pressure release valve. Can't find another one anywhere on-line. I was able to get it working using an air compressor.
Thanks for sharing this story, it's very interesting. Apart from the census information have you found any more information about Albert and his family?
Hello Mr blue! I recently was amazed to find a Weeden steam roller on eBay, but before I buy it, since I am only 13, I need to know how the burner works, could you explain? Thanks!
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Thanks for sharing, I agree that it likely was a stretch of the family budget to give such a gift to a young man in that era. It must have meant a lot to the brother as well. Makes me think what gift have I ever given my boys that might be still around a century from now ?
Thanks, my mental imagery of NY in the 1920's is from the first Godfather movie. It would have been a deluxe Christmas present for the young lad. I can imagine the family on Xmas morning as he opened up his present and steamed it for the first time. I'm amazed that 100 years later I know some of the story behind this engine.
That's amazing Jim. I reckon it's a Weeden 339. Always interesting to know the history of an engine, even if it's a little sad like this one. Thanks for sharing the story. Cheers, Alan.
Pretty sure your right Alan looking at Franks Weeden history. The date and the burner matches. I'm amazed to know the history of this Weeden.
What an incredible video. I have always wondered what stories some of these engines could tell us. It is remarkable that this one showed you. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Thanks, they must all hold some secrets. I am amazed and privileged to know this ones.
A superb video Jim, thank you. A sad tale indeed.
Thanks John
Great Video & Story Jim. Excellent tracking work from Moose too.
Thanks Mike appreciate the comment. Amazes me every time I look at this engine.
Hello Jim,
A very interesting video... I love to know the history of things...
Take care.
Paul,,
Thanks very much Paul.....appreciated mate.
Thank you for this video. A sad story. But the story of this engine has been told. That is a good thing. We usually buy these machines from sellers who have them themselves from somewhere and just resell them. Everything remains anonymous. Here we have a story, albeit a sad one.
Thanks Juergen, it does truly amaze me to think of this engine being unwrapped on a Christmas morning around a Century ago. All our old engines must have stories that unfortunately we will never know. I'm honored to know some of this ones.
The upside-down stamping on the base has been found on another example that I found on the internet. The person that posted it didn't know the model number. Thanks for sharing this nice video!
Thanks Criag appreciated.
I inherited a Weeden #10 from my father in-law who recently passed away at 90 years old. Unfortunately it's missing the part with the little black handle, the pressure release valve. Can't find another one anywhere on-line. I was able to get it working using an air compressor.
Be careful using air that you don't use to high a psi as these Weeden boilers are very thin. A machinist will be able to make you this missing part.
Thanks for sharing this story, it's very interesting. Apart from the census information have you found any more information about Albert and his family?
Thanks for the reply, I have tried but all leads panned out. I was hoping someone with genealogy expertise would maybe able to advance my quest.
I’ve sent you a message via the Unofficial Mamod forum.
Hello Mr blue! I recently was amazed to find a Weeden steam roller on eBay, but before I buy it, since I am only 13, I need to know how the burner works, could you explain? Thanks!