Nov 7, 20231 min read
1912 Lancia
To say this wheel presented some unique challenges is a bit of an understatement. But its inherent beauty and craftsmanship was still...
Apr 25, 20231 min read
Thank you John and Mary Campbell!
A big thank you to John and Mary Campbell (and co-author Mike Taylor) for giving me (and my son-in-law Chip, who is an expert fabricator)...
Feb 3, 20181 min read
Howard Hughes' Personal Aircraft
VERY pleased with the results. These control wheels came from a WWII B-25 bomber that Hughes converted into his personal executive plane....
Jun 5, 20171 min read
'33 Custom Ford Phaeton
The August '17 issue of Street Rodder magazine features a magnificent custom 1933 Ford Phaeton. The steering wheel was a collaboration...
Sep 16, 20161 min read
Unique wooden 'spinner' for a 30' Fitzgerald & Lee boat
This wooden 'spinner' wheel is for an early thirties custom built "town-car" type Fitzgerald & Lee boat. This was a joint venture with...
Aug 14, 20151 min read
Pebble Beach Arnolt Bristol - WOW!
I was honored to be asked to restore the wheel for this very rare and beautiful 1954 Arnolt Bristol. The results of this restoration are...
Feb 18, 20151 min read
1930 Chevrolet (wooden wheel)
To say this wheel needed help was an understatement...the hub and spokes were servicable, but the wheel itself was beyond repair. After...
Feb 15, 20151 min read
1941 Pontiac Steering Wheel
Some before & after shots: #pontiac #banjo
Jan 25, 20151 min read
Late 30's Chevy Banjo
A gorgeous wheel to begin with, and I loved the owner's choice of color... You can see there's a missing horn bezel in the 'before'...
Dec 4, 20141 min read
Never a dull moment!
Interesting business! I recently received a 1930's banjo wheel to restore. Upon inspection, I discovered that that the bezel that once...
